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The Smylie Show

Viktor Hovland & Justin Thomas Duel In the Snake Pit + Sprinkler Busts & Putter Punts

Mar 24, 2025
01:10:52

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the week in golf, ranging from Viktor Hovland’s first trip back to the winner’s circle since the 2023 Tour Championship to another win for a rising star who could be the future face of the PGA TOUR.

 

Highlights include:

- The keys to Viktor Hovland’s win despite his own frustrations with his golf swing 🏆  

- Justin Thomas notches another runner-up finish, and how his game is shaping up ahead of the Masters 🔥  

- Funny and chaotic moments on the course, like Adam Hadwin’s sprinkler mishap and Patton Kizzire’s unforgettable putter punt 🤣  

- Masters prep insights, allergy struggles, and even Wendy’s Baconator runs during tournament weeks 🍔  

- Discussion on young talents like Miles Russell and what the future holds for them in golf 🏌️  

 

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CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Intro

07:09 - Valspar Championship Recap

08:59 - Why the Valspar Championship is Underrated

12:05 - Ranking the Florida Swing

15:49 - Viktor Hovland wins the Valspar

21:25 - Is Hovland a “perfectionist?”

31:50 - Discussing Justin Thomas’ week

42:46 - Billy Horschel’s Left-Handed Escape Shot

44:54 - Golf Rage Medal Podium

46:10 - What types of fines does the PGA TOUR issue?

58:02 - Miles Russell Wins Sage Valley Junior Invitational

1:00:15 - NIL Impact on College Golf

1:11:38 - Closing Thoughts

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