No Laying Up - Golf Podcast

1094: Tour finales, a new top 100 list + The Park

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Nov 24, 2025
Discover Sami Valimaki's breakthrough win at Sea Island and Jeeno Thitikul's impressive performance at the LPGA CME Tour Championship. The conversation heats up with hints of a major reshuffle in the tour schedule for 2027 and a look at the latest Golf.com top 100 list, filled with surprising movers. The hosts share their love for The Park in West Palm and reflect on LIV roster changes. Dive into the latest trends and playful debates that keep golf fans on their toes!
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INSIGHT

DP World Grad Breaks Through

  • Sami Valimaki's Sea Island win shows DP World Tour graduates can rapidly succeed on the PGA Tour.
  • The victory grants a two-year exemption and entry into signature events, changing his career trajectory.
ANECDOTE

Playing Sea Island With Bridgeman

  • The hosts played Sea Island and praised Seaside's back nine and overall conditions during a calm week.
  • They enjoyed playing with Tour pro Jacob Bridgeman and noted how easy he made long iron birdies look.
ADVICE

Contextualize The Top-100 Cut

  • Don't overblow the top-100 vs 101 narrative; the practical access difference is smaller than headlines suggest.
  • Remember players just outside 100 still get starts and pathways to retain status via medical or performance opportunities.
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