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More Ryder Cup Controversy! Justin Thomas vs. Grounds Crew

Dec 4, 2025
Explore the latest Ryder Cup drama as Justin Thomas stirs the pot with his comments on green speeds. Delve into the turf crew's passionate response and the cultural clash between U.S. and European player reactions. Tune in to hear about Tiger Woods’ uplifting press conference and his potential return to competitive golf. Plus, Rory McIlroy shares his favorite Australian courses, and there's celebration for Colt Knost's promotion to the broadcast booth. The intersection of golf, culture, and camaraderie is on full display!
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INSIGHT

US Players Air Grievances Publicly

  • Hosts argue U.S. player reactions to Ryder Cup losses often include public airing of setup gripes.
  • They contrast this with European restraint and team messaging after losses.
INSIGHT

Ryder Cup Greenspeed controversy

  • Justin Thomas publicly questioned Ryder Cup green-speed communication and it sparked controversy.
  • Trent Ryan and Riggs argue context shows JT meant communication breakdown, not blaming greenskeepers.
ADVICE

Clarify Remarks In Public Forums

  • When discussing event issues, provide full context to avoid being misconstrued in clips.
  • JT clarified on SiriusXM that he meant communication failures, so clarify remarks when possible.
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