Joel Beall

Joel Beall, a Senior Writer at Golf Digest and author of "Playing Dirty," dives into the contentious saga between the PGA Tour and Saudi Arabia’s LIV Golf. He discusses the failed negotiations and geopolitical implications of Saudi investment in sports. The conversation also touches on March Madness, focusing on the dominance of No. 1 seeds, and highlights Alex Ovechkin's quest to eclipse Wayne Gretzky's NHL goal record. The discussion captures the evolving landscape of competitive sports and the ethical dilemmas that arise.

Joel Beall, senior writer at Golf Digest and author of *Playing Dirty*, joins to discuss the ongoing stalemate between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, shedding light on failed negotiations and the impact of Saudi influence on professional golf. The conversation also highlights the dominance of No. 1 seeds in March Madness and Alex Ovechkin's pursuit of Wayne Gretzky’s goal record. The panel dives into the striking contrast in player dynamics and explores the Yankees' recent home run success linked to their innovative torpedo bats.