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LIV Golf filed for bankruptcy protection in a New Jersey court after losing financial backing from the Saudi Public Investment FundCourt documents reveal up to $1 billion USD in estimated liabilities and at least 1,000 creditors including major star playersThe organization plans to restructure as a 2.0 version next season while the PGA Tour denies a pathway back for its stars

LIV Golf officially filed for bankruptcy protection in a New Jersey court after losing its sovereign wealth lifeline. The breakaway organization originally disrupted the global golf ecosystem by utilizing billions in backing from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund to lure talent away from traditional circuits. That expansion ended abruptly when Saudi investors ceased financial backing earlier this year and capped total expenditure at an estimated $5 billion USD. Operational fallout followed with LIV Golf laying off the vast majority of its staff in September 2026. Official court documents reveal the financial crater left behind with estimated liabilities between $500 million USD and $1 billion USD. The organization currently lists an extensive roster of at least 1,000 different creditors waiting for compensation.

Athletes who gave the breakaway league its disruptive power are the heaviest casualties of this collapse. Star players Bryson DeChambeau, Jon Rahm and Cam Smith are directly named in the bankruptcy filings as primary creditors currently owed money by the tour. These high-profile defections originally triggered bitter divisions within the sport and now those choices carry massive career consequences. The PGA Tour stated that it has no plans to offer players a pathway back to its series. This refusal from the establishment combined with the sudden bankruptcy leaves the professional future of several stars in limbo. They remain stranded between a bankrupt startup and an establishment that refuses to take them back.

The bankruptcy filing outlines a blueprint for survival despite the staggering debt and indicates that LIV Golf intends to restructure. Chief executive Scott O'Neil stated that the bankruptcy process provides the necessary structure to pursue a landmark transaction. The overarching goal is for the tour to return next year built entirely around an innovative player-first ownership model. To protect its global footprint while this reorganization occurs, the company is seeking recognition of the United States bankruptcy filing in England and Wales. This legal maneuver covers various international assets and overseas operations.

League officials pledged that a revised 2.0 version of the tour will re-emerge under new investors next season with a noticeably different product. The proposed future format features a shorter event schedule and reduced prize money for competitors. A public statement released on Tuesday detailed that the company remains in advanced discussions with its players regarding the creation of a new ownership structure. This strategy attempts to align the financial interests of the players directly with the long-term success of the league. The exact timeline for this comeback remains unclear as the statement added that no definitive decisions regarding the 2027 schedule or individual events are being announced yet.

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Nicole McLaughlin has revealed her latest upcycling project transforming vintage Oakley golf bags into custom outerwearThe design process deconstructs original straps pockets oversized logos and technical panels into a pair of one-off jacketsProfessional golfer Paris Hilinski was recently spotted wearing one of the completed custom creations on the course

Designer Nicole McLaughlin has officially revealed her latest upcycling project, crafting custom Oakley Golf Bag Jackets from vintage equipment. Known for her functional transformations of sports gear, McLaughlin’s newest experiment turns archival golf bags into a pair of one-off wearable jackets.

McLaughlin takes to Instagram to show the process of transforming the bags into leather motocross-inspired leather jackets. Starting with a collection of vintage Oakley golf bags, McLaughlin dismantled the original builds while still taking into account the branding, to repurpose their core functional elements. The resulting outerwear pieces integrate the bags' oversized brand logos, utility pockets, carrying straps, and durable technical panels directly into the jacket silhouettes. By retaining these structural details, the custom designs preserve the distinct visual language and hardware of the original golf gear.

Bringing the experiment back onto the green, one of the finished custom jackets was recently worn by professional golfer Paris Hilinski, highlighting the practical utility of the upcycled technical concept.

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Golf courses, pro shops and institutions are often defined by who already feels comfortable inside of them. The latest edition of Hypegolf Clubhouse took a different approach, bringing together experienced players, newcomers and golf communities from across New York under one roof in SoHo.

Throughout its three-week run, the Clubhouse hosted events with groups including Dual Sport, Swang and Long Island Golf Junkies. Each brought its own perspective and relationship with the game, reflecting the increasingly varied makeup of modern golf culture. But while community remained at the center of the Clubhouse, this year’s space also placed a greater emphasis on something more tangible: helping people get better.

That was most apparent in the simulator bay at the back of the space, powered by an Uneekor EYE MINI SIMKIT. Rather than functioning simply as another attraction, the bay gave visitors access to a legitimate practice and performance environment that golfers could use to understand their swing, dial in their equipment or continue playing throughout the year.

The SIMKIT is a complete simulator setup built around an Uneekor launch monitor, with this event featuring the portable EYE MINI alongside a premium enclosure and impact screen, hitting turf, projector and the software needed to bring everything together. At the Clubhouse, that turnkey setup helped transform a relatively compact downtown space into something resembling a fully equipped indoor golf studio.

The premium setup was anchored by the technology golfers can rely on to better understand their game. Uneekor’s EYE MINI uses two high-speed cameras and Dimple Optix® technology to capture the golf ball at impact, producing 19 ball and club data points without requiring specially marked balls. Club Optix® adds real-time club tracking and visual impact replay, allowing golfers to see what happened at the moment of impact rather than relying solely on numbers or simulated ball flight.

That balance between accessibility and serious feedback made the setup particularly suited to the Clubhouse. A visitor could step into the bay for a casual closest-to-the-pin challenge, while a more experienced player could use the same technology to examine impact conditions and understand why the ball moved the way it did.

On opening night, that overlap between community, competition and game improvement came together particularly clearly. Guests competed in closest-to-the-pin and long-drive challenges on Uneekor’s 4K golf simulation software, GAMEDAY, with one winner taking home an Uneekor EYE MINI. The prize matched the experience, offering more than a symbolic takeaway from the event. The winner left with the same portable launch-monitor technology featured in the Clubhouse simulator and the foundation to recreate a similar practice environment at home.

That prize captured what made this year’s Clubhouse distinct. It remained a gathering place where different corners of golf culture could cross paths, but it also treated improvement as part of that culture. The social side of golf brought people through the door, while the Uneekor setup gave them another reason to stay and play.

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For the second consecutive year, the Hypegolf Clubhouse Classic returned to the New York metropolitan area, bringing together the many different corners of the city's golf community for a day on the course.

The tournament arrived less than two weeks after the Hypegolf Clubhouse Powered by the 2026 Toyota RAV4 opened its doors at 430 West Broadway. Conceptualized as a golf "tune-up shop," the Clubhouse is a place to discover new brands and gear, get clubs re-gripped, dial in distances and, just as importantly, meet other golfers. The Classic took that same spirit out onto the course.

This year, we headed north to New York Country Club in Spring Valley, New York. Perched above the surrounding landscape with views stretching toward the Manhattan skyline, the course provided an appropriately laid-back setting for a field composed of athletes, musicians, artists, photographers, creators, competitive golfers and those newer to the game. Ja Rule and Daniel Arsham were among those joining us for the day.

Players began arriving at 10AM, warming up alongside a 2026 Toyota RAV4 GR SPORT positioned on the driving range and outfitted with pieces from the Hypegolf x 2026 RAV4 collection. At noon, the field headed out for a shotgun start and the return of the Classic's 6-6-6 format: six holes of two-man best ball, six of two-man scramble and a final six-hole four-man scramble. That format did its job, and by the end of 18 holes three groups were deadlocked at 60. But there was another matter to settle first.

 

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The men's long-drive competition had produced its own tie, with one player's longer drive finishing through the fairway while another found the short grass. So the crowd gathered around an elevated tee overlooking the 18th, where the two finalists would hit back over the green and downhill into the fairway beyond.

What followed felt closer to a prize fight than a golf tournament. Phones came out, the crowd closed in around the tee and the players emerged through a corridor of spectators. After trading blows, Headband Golfer ultimately claimed the long-drive title in dramatic fashion. From there, attention shifted to the 18th green, where the three groups tied at 60 contested the tournament playoff. When it was over, Ja Rule, Headband Golfer, Dr. Stephanie Chu and Artie Green emerged as the 2026 Hypegolf Clubhouse Classic champions.

It was a fitting ending to a day built around the idea that golf doesn't have to look one particular way. Different backgrounds, different relationships with the game and different levels of experience all converged on the same course, with everyone suddenly very invested in who could hit one drive the furthest or hole one more putt.

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The PGA TOUR and the LeBron James Family Foundation have partnered to host a new youth-focused golf initiativeThe inaugural LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational will take place at Akron’s Firestone Country Club from July 6–7 2027The event pairs off-course mentorship for I PROMISE students with competition for Pathway to Progression athletes

The PGA TOUR and the LeBron James Family Foundation have officially partnered to launch a new multi-year initiative aimed at expanding youth access to golf. The collaboration introduces the inaugural LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational, scheduled to take place at Firestone Country Club in Akron, Ohio, from July 6–7, 2027.

The two-day event combines off-course educational programming with competitive play on Firestone’s South Course. Mentorship initiatives will connect Akron-area students from James' I PROMISE program directly with professional golfers emerging from the PGA TOUR’s Pathway to Progression Pro-Bound Five program—an initiative launched in 2023 to support athletes from historically underrepresented backgrounds.

The partnership aligns with the PGA TOUR’s evolving philanthropic strategy focused on youth development, community access, and inclusion. Alongside James’ recently launched golf-focused media efforts, the event marks a sustained commitment to creating opportunities for inner-city youth while preserving professional golf's historic presence at Firestone Country Club.

The inaugural LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational takes place July 6–7, 2027, at Firestone Country Club, with further participant announcements expected in the lead-up to the event.

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GDC and Malbon Golf drop a four-piece golf capsule crafted entirely from 100% Japanese cotton denim chambray.Features the Collegiate Long Sleeve, Pine Windshirt, Magnolia Pants and Clubhouse Pants in Light Blue and Navy.Launches August 27 via Malbon and August 29 via GDC Daikanyama and online.

Takashi Kumagai’s Japanese streetwear label GDC has partnered with Los Angeles-based lifestyle golf brand Malbon Golf for an exclusive four-piece apparel capsule, all crafted from 100% Japanese cotton denim chambray. Bridging classic sportswear with Japanese denim craftsmanship, the collaboration presents a refined, lightweight take on traditional golf attire designed for seamless wear both on and off the green.

Leading the upper-body offerings are the Collegiate Long Sleeve - a quarter-zip pullover featuring a raised collar, zippered welt pockets and a side-zip slit for easy layering - and the short-sleeved Pine Windshirt, engineered with a rear ventilation panel and drawcord waist for maximum breathability and adjustability.

Completing the capsule are two complementary pant styles that prioritize relaxed comfort and performance utility. The Magnolia Pants offer a classic, relaxed-straight fit with a zip fly, while the Clubhouse Pants feature an elasticated waistband with an adjustable knotted drawstring and elasticized cuffs. Both bottoms, along with the tops, are doused in Light Blue and Navy hues and feature dual-branded embroidered "MALBON x GDC" logos paired with Malbon's signature script typography.

Priced between ¥39,600 - ¥44,000 JPY (approx. $249 - $276 USD), the collection launches on August 29, 2026 at the GDC Daikanyama flagship store and the GDC online store, with early availability beginning August 27, 2026 via Malbon.

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Gap and Malbon have announced their second collaborative apparel collection bridging golf and tennis lifestyleThe 35-piece capsule expands into women’s and men’s offerings featuring rugby polos prep knits relaxed outerwear and accessoriesThe collection officially drops on August 21 with prices ranging from $28 to $250 USD

Gap and Malbon have officially announced their second collaborative capsule, the Gap x Malbon Fall 2026 Collection. Building upon their inaugural 2025 release, the latest partnership reimagines classic American sportswear through a joint design lens bridging the worlds of golf, tennis, and everyday lifestyle wear.

The 35-piece assortment expands across both men's and women's offerings, combining archive-inspired Gap silhouettes with Malbon’s signature aesthetic. The collection introduces heritage sportswear staples including classic rugby polos, pleated skirts, prep-inspired knits, relaxed outerwear, and limited-edition golf accessories that pair Gap’s signature icons with Malbon's playful branding cues.

Shot by director Duncan Wolfe, the accompanying campaign celebrates community and self-expression across sports and streetwear culture. The visual presentation features a cast of brand friends and creators displaying the versatility of the apparel, designed to transition seamlessly from the court to the course and beyond.

The Gap x Malbon collection officially drops on Friday, August 21, 2026, at 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT online and across 18 Gap stores.

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LeBron James has officially launched a new YouTube channel dedicated to his growing passion for golfThe channel's 90-minute inaugural video documents a 10-year reunion match in Scotland with his 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers teammatesThe release expands on the basketball star's recent entry into the golf space alongside home simulators and brand partnerships

LeBron James has officially launched a new YouTube channel, debuting his digital platform with a feature-length video starring his former championship teammates. The NBA icon dropped a 90-minute inaugural episode documenting a 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers reunion on the golf course.

Shot at Cabot Highlands Resort’s Castle Stuart Links in Scotland, the premiere video follows James alongside Kevin Love, Tristan Thompson, Richard Jefferson, Channing Frye, and J.R. Smith celebrating a 10-year reunion. The group competes in a 3-on-3 match pairing James, Love, and Jefferson against Thompson, Frye, and Smith on the course ranked No. 55 on Golfweek's Top 100 International Courses.

The media platform marks the latest expansion of James' public foray into golf. The four-time NBA champion has previously installed a home simulator, highlighted his algorithm's transition to golf content, and recently starred in a joint Nike x Beats golf commercial alongside PGA Tour pro Tom Kim.

The debut episode is currently available to watch on LeBron James' official YouTube channel above.

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On July 30th, Hypegolf officially opened the doors to its 2026 Clubhouse, welcoming guests to 430 West Broadway for an opening celebration presented in partnership with Toyota RAV4.

For the next few weeks, the SoHo space will serve as a place where visitors can tune up every part of their game, discover emerging brands, connect with the community and experience golf beyond the course.

The experience begins before guests even step inside. Parked along West Broadway, a Toyota RAV4 transformed the storefront into one of the neighborhood's most distinctive arrivals, setting the tone for a space inspired by the idea of a modern tune-up shop.

Rather than functioning as a traditional retail pop-up, Clubhouse has been designed around participation. Visitors can test clubs on simulator bays, sharpen their stroke on the custom putting green, refresh their equipment at the re-grip station, explore a curated retail selection and settle into the viewing lounge complete with oversized seating.

Opening night reflected that vision, bringing together an eclectic mix of golfers, athletes, media, creatives, designers and fashion personalities whose interests continue to shape golf's evolving cultural landscape. Throughout the evening, guests moved between the simulator competitions, putting green and retail space, while conversations carried from one corner of the Clubhouse to the next.

 

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One of the evening's highlights came when the closest-to-the-pin and longest-drive challenges gave guests the chance to put their swings to the test. The night's top performer walked away with a portable launch monitor, making for one of the most memorable prizes of the evening.

Guests also received a first look at the upcoming Hypegolf x Toyota RAV4 capsule collection, featuring two polos, a lightweight jacket and a bucket hat inspired by the spirit of the open road and long days spent chasing the next round. The collection introduces playful "Toyota RAV4 Golf Division" graphics that extend the collaboration's automotive-meets-golf narrative.

Throughout the evening, drinks were flowing including signature highballs, margaritas and non-alcoholic Phony Negronis, while guests enjoyed a rotating selection of small bites from the kitchen as they explored the space.

Clubhouse will remain open through August 19, inviting golfers of every level to stop in, work on their game, discover new products, attend community programming or simply spend time immersed in modern golf culture.

Whether you're looking to build your bag, refine your swing or spend an afternoon with the community, Hypegolf Clubhouse is open daily at 430 West Broadway in SoHo.

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Dates: Jul 30 – Aug 19, 2026
Monday–Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: 430 W Broadway, New York, NY 10012

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LIV Golf reaches a board-approved agreement with an unnamed lead investor to anchor the league's next eraProfessional golfers will become majority equity holders in the league under a new corporate restructuringThe future schedule will transition to 10 annual events including five global Team Majors across different continents

LIV Golf has officially secured a new lead investor to anchor the breakaway league beyond 2026. Chief Executive Officer Scott O'Neil announced the board-approved term sheet on Wednesday morning. The incoming backer will replace Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund after the sovereign wealth entity revealed in April that it would cease funding at the conclusion of the current season. Executives anticipate finalizing the transaction in September. The unnamed investor steps in to sustain a circuit that completely disrupted professional golf over the last few years.

The forthcoming corporate restructuring will completely shift the financial power dynamic of the controversial sports property. Professional golfers will transition into majority equity holders under the revised framework. O'Neil emphasized that this ownership model marks a global first for a major sports league. Management is also fielding interest from more than a dozen other parties seeking minority stakes. This widespread interest validates the shift toward a multi-partner model designed to ensure long-term stability without relying solely on the estimated $6 billion previously provided by the PIF.

Sweeping changes are hitting the competitive schedule as the organization prepares for its next evolution. The updated calendar will feature a streamlined slate of 10 annual tournaments. Half of these competitions will take place in the United States while the remaining five will serve as global Team Majors hosted across different continents. The new blueprint also demands a financial recalibration. Purses are expected to drop from the staggering $20 million payouts of the initial era to roughly $10 million per event as the league tightens its operational belt.

Tensions and anticipation collided as the news broke ahead of the LIV Golf New York tournament. O'Neil addressed players and staff directly at Trump National Bedminster to outline the term sheet. The presentation followed a private players-only meeting led by Bryson DeChambeau. While leadership remained tight-lipped regarding the exact identity of the financial savior, executives noted that the locker room responded with genuine excitement to the survival plan.

Securing fresh capital provides crucial clarity for the biggest names on the roster. Questions had been mounting regarding the long-term commitments of heavyweights like DeChambeau and Jon Rahm amid the recent funding crisis. DeChambeau is reportedly seeking a massive new contract when his current deal expires at the end of 2026. O'Neil expressed serious optimism about retaining the marquee talent while pushing LIV Golf toward an era of free agency. The CEO envisions a future where the renegade tour works collaboratively with other golf organizations instead of fighting them.

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The best rounds begin long before anyone pulls a club out of the bag. From deciding the day's format to debating handicaps and playlists on the drive over, the moments leading up to a round have become just as much a part of the experience as the golf itself. Created in partnership with the All-New 2026 Toyota RAV4, Hypegolf's latest campaign explores that idea through The Game Before the Game, celebrating the rituals, conversations and camaraderie that define a day on the course. At the heart of the story is the drive itself, where the All-New 2026 Toyota RAV4 becomes the starting point for a day built around golf, friendship and time spent outdoors.

At the center of the story is professional skateboarder, podcast host and Golf With Flavor founder Justin Eldridge, who assembled his ideal foursome for a day of golf in Los Angeles. Joined by his wife Ali Eldridge, skateboarding legend Jose Rojo and snowboarding pioneer Russell Winfield, the group heads to the course together in the Toyota RAV4 before settling into a day built around friendship as much as competition. Alongside the campaign film and accompanying lookbook, Eldridge reflects on the connection between skateboarding and golf, the value of community and why the drive to the course is often where the day really begins.

Hypegolf: For people who know you from skateboarding, how did golf become part of your life?




Justin Eldridge: I actually got hurt and wasn't able to skate for a few months. A friend and I decided to go to the driving range, and the place had a par-3 course that stayed lit up until 10PM. It was the perfect combination, and I was hooked from the start.




You've built communities in both skateboarding and golf. What similarities do you see between those two worlds?




There are so many similarities, it's crazy. From the camaraderie and friendships that are built to the style and the way everybody just wants each other to win and have fun, the overlap is huge. To me, golf courses are just big skate parks.

For this project, you brought together your own foursome. What made this the right group of people to spend the day with?




I think that being able to spend the day with people you have fun with and respect is a huge part of the game. Jose was a professional skateboarder, and we were on the same team, so I've known him forever. He's just one of the best humans out there. Russell was a legendary professional snowboarder and is one of my favorite people. Then my wife, who I obviously love spending time with on and off the course, rounded out the perfect group for me.




The drive to the course is almost part of the experience. What's usually happening on the way there? Music? Conversation? Friendly trash talk?




Literally all of the above. I never used to be a huge trash talker, but golf has kind of brought that playful side of me out, and I love getting in my friends' heads. Music is everything, so there's always plenty of that, and I think everyone being excited on the way to the course is the best part.

When the round's over and everyone's driving home, what do you hope people take away from a day like this?




I think the bond grows deeper every time you play golf with friends. There are so many ups and downs, good shots and bad shots. You go through so much together, and if everyone can have a good time through all of that, it's the perfect day.

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Hypegolf and All-New 2026 Toyota RAV4 have officially unveiled their collaborative RAV4 capsule collection, a range that brings together golf, outdoor exploration and automotive culture through a shared focus on movement, versatility and contemporary sportswear.

Designed to transition seamlessly between the course and everyday life, the collection pairs relaxed silhouettes with understated technical details and a neutral palette inspired by the RAV4. Oversized rugby shirts, lightweight outerwear and considered accessories form the foundation of the capsule, balancing on-course functionality with an editorial approach to modern golf style. The palette draws directly from the All-New 2026 Toyota RAV4, pairing earthy greens, stone, charcoal and crisp white with subtle red accents that echo details found throughout the vehicle.

The accompanying lookbook places the collection across a series of environments that reflect the modern golfer's lifestyle. Styled with wide-leg trousers, layered separates, classic golf accessories and everyday footwear, each look embraces the idea that golf no longer exists in isolation, but as one part of a day spent moving between the course, the city and beyond.

The Hypegolf x All-New 2026 Toyota RAV4 capsule will be showcased throughout tournament week at the Hypegolf Clubhouse, with exclusive opportunities to experience the collaboration in person.

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From July 30 through August 19, Hypegolf Clubhouse returns to 430 West Broadway in SoHo, transforming the space into a home for modern golf. Presented in partnership with Toyota RAV4, this year's Clubhouse is designed as a place to practice, explore new equipment, discover emerging brands and connect with the golf community.

Inspired by the atmosphere of a modern workshop, Clubhouse invites visitors to tune up every part of their game. Step into the Uneekor simulator bay to dial in your distances, sharpen your stroke on the putting green, or stop by the re-grip station to refresh your clubs before your next round. Throughout the flight, the space will also host fittings, product demonstrations, founder conversations and community events, while a projector lounge provides a place to relax, watch golf and connect with fellow players.

Alongside the programming, Clubhouse features a curated retail selection spanning men's and women's apparel, footwear, outerwear, hats and accessories from brands including Sun Day Red, Cobra Golf, Students Golf, Aberdeen West, lululemon, Oakley, Sugarloaf Social Club, Imperial, Foray Golf, Dual Sport, SWANG, RIPIT Grips and more, plus exclusive Hypegolf product available only at Clubhouse.

Whether you're looking to build your bag, improve your game or simply spend time around modern golf culture, Hypegolf Clubhouse offers a space to do it all.

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Dates: Jul 30 – Aug 19, 2026
Monday–Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: 430 W Broadway, New York, NY 10012

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Presidio Golf Course sits within a national park called Golden Gate National Recreation Area. It's also the former site of a military base. Originally, play was restricted to military officers and private club members. But after the base was closed, the course opened to the general public.

The course is tucked beneath towering cypress and eucalyptus trees within the Presidio, making it hard to believe you're only minutes from downtown San Francisco.

With the sculpted fairways and cool air rolling through the forest, the course has a completely different rhythm from most municipal layouts. It feels more like a walk through Golden Gate Park where you happen to play golf too.

What makes Presidio memorable isn't just the setting; it's the people who choose to spend their time there. The early morning walkers, after-work foursomes, tourists and locals getting reps in at the range give the place a sort of melting pot atmosphere. It's a place where the game feels accessible and yet unquestionably timeless.

At the end of the day, there's something special about finishing a round and realizing you've spent the last few hours surrounded by nature, yet you're still in one of the country's most recognizable cities.

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Stephen Curry officially debuted his first signature golf shoe under Curry Brand's new partnership with Li-NingThe clean white leather silhouette features a unique traditional design element with a removable tasselled tongue coverThe athlete also previewed his upcoming Curry Brand golf apparel line during his appearance at Lake Tahoe

Following his historic brand transition, Stephen Curry hit the green at Lake Tahoe to officially debut the brand-new Curry Brand Signature Golf Shoe in collaboration with Li-Ning. The on-course reveal signals a major category expansion for the newly restructured partnership.

The newly revealed signature silhouette leans into a timeless golf aesthetic, constructed with a sleek, premium white leather upper. To deliver a sophisticated and traditional spin on the performance model, the shoe introduces a distinctive removable tasselled tongue cover that sits over the lacing system.

In addition to the footwear debut, Curry also showcased pieces from his upcoming Curry Brand golf apparel line on the course. The combined reveal highlights an expansive lifestyle and performance direction for his signature line under the Li-Ning umbrella.

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Lewis Hamilton and Min Woo Lee both occupy very different corners of the sporting world, but the two lululemon ambassadors share more than a competitive drive. Both have built careers that extend beyond their respective sports. Hamilton through fashion, music and film; Lee through a growing presence at the intersection of golf, style and social media. Just as importantly, they're both defined by a curiosity that pushes them beyond their comfort zones.

That idea sits at the center of Rest Day with Lewis Hamilton, lululemon's new content series pairing the seven-time Formula 1 World Champion with elite athletes from different disciplines. Rather than asking them to perform in familiar environments, the series flips the script, putting Hamilton in the role of student as he learns directly from his peers. The debut episode brings him onto the golf course alongside Lee, who offers swing tips while the two trade perspectives on competition, handling pressure and what it takes to keep improving long after reaching the highest level.

Ahead of the series premiere, Hypegolf caught up with Lee to discuss what surprised him most about teaching Hamilton, why golf continues to resonate with elite athletes and the advice that immediately started changing the seven-time world champion's swing.

Hypegolf: Had you met Lewis Hamilton before filming Rest Day together?

Min Woo Lee: No, I'd met up with the team at Silverstone last year, but I'd never really spoken to Lewis before that.

He's a very cool guy. One of the most famous athletes and celebrities out there, but also really genuine. It was cool meeting someone who's so great at his craft but also so down to earth. I think you can see in the video that everything was pretty free-flowing.

You were helping Lewis with his golf game throughout the episode. Do you think his athletic background made him an easier student than most?

Yeah, for sure. He's obviously spent his whole career learning from coaches, so I think that made it very easy for me to teach him.

He's very aware of his body, so he has a lot of feel for what you're asking him to do. It was rewarding because I think he caught the golf bug a little bit after seeing the potential of how well he could actually hit it. It was cool to give him a few pointers and then see the results pretty quickly.

Was there one piece of advice that seemed to click straight away?

When we were hitting driver, he was cutting across the ball a little bit and slicing it. I told him to bring the club more from the inside and try to hit more of a draw.

It took a little while, but after five or ten shots it definitely started showing results. I think he was pretty happy with it. If he keeps doing that, he'll be a good golfer in no time.

"I think [Lewis] caught the golf bug a little bit after seeing the potential of how well he could actually hit it."

Lewis mentions in the episode that he once lost 22 golf balls in a single round. Does that remind you just how difficult golf can be for someone learning the game?

It obviously depends on the course. It must have been somewhere with a lot of trees, out of bounds and water.

Golf is a very tough game. I think it's one where you shouldn't have too many expectations, especially because it's not his main sport. You just go out, have fun, have a laugh with your mates and gradually get better. I know he's competitive, so hopefully he picked up a few nuggets and a few tips from our day together that he can take into his next round.

Why do you think so many elite athletes gravitate toward golf?

I think it's pretty easy on the body. It gets you outside, and you can make it as peaceful or as stressful as you want. You can ride in a cart or go for a walk.

I also think it's one of the few sports where you can genuinely play with anyone. It doesn't matter how good you are because there's always a handicap. I can give Lewis a few shots a hole and suddenly it becomes competitive.

Unlike something like tennis, where one person has to hold back, in golf everyone can still play their best. That's why it's such a great sport, and it's great seeing so many athletes and celebrities getting into it.

Does teaching someone else ever make you think differently about your own game?

Not really. We've got our own things to work on, but we've also been through most of the things we tell amateurs, so it's pretty easy to explain the feels behind those movements.

Sometimes it's a reminder that we used to do those things, or maybe we're still doing them, and we can improve on them ourselves. Not always, but sometimes.

Being a great golfer doesn't necessarily make someone a great teacher. How do you approach explaining the game to someone else?

I feel like I can talk to most people and get the message across. I think it's more about communicating the feeling than just verbally explaining it.

I've been through those stages myself, so I know it often has to be an exaggerated feel rather than exactly what you're physically doing. That definitely helps.

One of the themes in the episode is learning how to move on from mistakes. How have you developed that mindset over the course of your career?

It's an ongoing cycle. Golf is such an emotional battle, so we're always trying to get better at accepting a bad shot or a swing we didn't like.

There have definitely been moments in my career that have helped me get to this level, but I'm still learning at the bigger tournaments. Every tournament is important, but majors obviously mean a lot more to us, so it's something I'm still trying to improve. It's a tough one.

If you had to give Lewis a scouting report at the end of the day, where do you think he's strongest and what still needs work?

Honestly, just playing more golf.

He hasn't really played that much, especially compared to some of the other Formula One drivers who seem to play nearly every week. If he can just get back out on the course whenever he has time off. I know he's a busy man, that'll make the biggest difference.

He definitely has strengths, but also weaknesses. He knows what he has to do to improve, and he's really not that far off.

At the end of the episode you joke about having a rematch on the track. If you swapped sports, which would be more intimidating: driving a Formula One car or playing a tournament round under pressure?

It's got to be driving the car. That's pretty scary. They drive at ridiculous speeds, and I don't think I'd last a few seconds in one of those cars.

When we're in contention in golf we do get nervous, but we're also confident because we've earned the right to be in that position. Driving the car would definitely be a lot scarier. I mean, golf has overuse injuries and things like that, but driving a Formula One car carries a lot more danger.

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Sunday Golf has partnered with the Marley family on a limited-edition lineup of licensed golf bags spanning three silhouettes: the Par 3 Loma, the full-size Ryder, and the Big Rig cart bagAll three designs feature a shared green, yellow, red, and black colorway accented with lion logos and Bob Marley's signature, adapted to the specific proportions and construction of each bag format

Sunday Golf has teamed up with the Bob Marley family on a limited-edition collection of licensed golf bags that maps a Rastafari-coded color palette and Marley iconography across the company's three core carry formats. The Par 3 Loma, full-size Ryder, and Big Rig cart bag are each dressed in a shared green, yellow, red, and black colorway and outfitted with lion logos and Bob Marley's classic signature.

The three silhouettes represent distinct positions in Sunday Golf's bag architecture, each designed for a different style of play and carry preference. The Par 3 Loma is the brand's founding design and its most compact format, originally released in 2020 as a lightweight option built for casual rounds and executive courses. The Ryder is a full-size stand bag scaled for 14-club capacity, offering the organizational depth and support that a complete round demands. The Big Rig sits at the top of the range as a cart bag, built for riders rather than walkers and engineered around maximum storage and stability when mounted to a golf cart.

All three bags in the Marley collection share a unified design language. The green, yellow, red, and black color blocking runs across the exterior panels of each format, while lion logos appear as graphic accents and Bob Marley's signature is rendered directly on the bag. The result is a visual identity that reads consistently across the range regardless of which format a buyer selects, adapting the same iconography to each bag's distinct proportions and panel layout. The designs are produced under a licensing agreement with Marley Merchandising LLC, the family-owned entity that manages the Marley consumer brand portfolio, which includes House of Marley, Marley Natural, Marley Coffee, and Bob Marley.

"Bob Marley's music and legacy really speaks to the core identity of Sunday Golf - that enjoying the human experience and having fun is what life's all about," said Ronan Galvin, CEO and co-founder of Sunday Golf. "This is truly a dream collaboration for us, and like Bob's legendary songs, these bags are meant to be enjoyed by everyone!"

"Music and golf are all about good vibes and feel, and this collaboration celebrates the spirit of both in one timeless collection," said Rohan Marley. "The Sunday Golf team has created golf
bags that don't just carry your clubs, but carry a mindset of individuality and freedom that my
father celebrated in his music. There's no better way to experience the game than when you
pair it with good music and friends!"

The $139 USD to $389 USD price range maps directly to the lineup's tiered bag formats, with the Par 3 Loma occupying the entry point and the Big Rig cart bag sitting at the upper end. That spread keeps the collection accessible across different levels of commitment to the game, from the casual player looking for a carry bag that holds a half-set to the dedicated golfer outfitting a full cart setup. The collaboration's appeal rests on the overlap between Sunday Golf's fun-first, accessibility-driven identity and the Marley brand's position as a cultural signifier that carries well beyond music. Both brands trade on approachability, and the shared sensibility gives the collection a coherence that extends past the surface-level pairing of reggae graphics and golf equipment.

The collection is available now online while supplies last.

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Monarch Bay was my first home course, and it's a place that will always be special to me. I've been coming around this course for 3 years.

For someone just getting into golf, it has everything you could ask for: a two-tier driving range, dedicated short-game practice areas, a Scottish links-style 18-hole course and an executive Marina 9-hole course. All of it sits along the bayfront, offering expansive views of the San Francisco skyline and bay.

Some of my favorite golf memories were made here, including my first hole-in-one on the Marina 9 within my first year of playing the game.

During the long summer days, my friends and I would often stay until nearly 9PM, squeezing every last minute of daylight out of the evening. When we didn’t have enough time to finish a full 18 holes after work, we'd head to the nearest open hole and create our own competition. A quick closest-to-the-pin challenge or a chip-off from just off the green would keep us out there until we could barely see the flagstick. Those spontaneous games became some of my favorite memories at Monarch.

What truly makes Monarch special, though, is its community. There's a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere that captures the charm of a municipal golf course on a warm twilight evening. You'll find regulars who spend hours working on their game at the range without ever stepping onto the course, while others gather on the patio with their choice of beverage, catching up with friends as they overlook the 1st and 10th tees.

Monarch Bay isn't just where I learned to play golf, but how to enjoy the simple things that make the game so special.

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PGA Tour announces a two-tier competitive structure starting in 2028 with an elite Championship Series and a developmental Challenger SeriesThe fan-first model introduces promotion and relegation pathways to the professional circuit alongside high-stakes match playPlayers like Scottie Scheffler and Maverick McNealy endorse the sweeping overhaul as a vital push for the future of the sport

The PGA Tour is completely dismantling its traditional competitive framework to usher in a radical new era. A sweeping overhaul of the tournament format establishes a tiered hierarchy set to debut in 2028. The premier Championship Series serves as the top flight for the biggest names on the circuit. A developmental Challenger Series will run concurrently and provide a direct pathway for emerging talent to secure spots among the elite. This aggressive shift aims to deliver compelling golf with heightened consequence for audiences worldwide.

Promotion and relegation finally arrive on the professional golf calendar. The restructured system replaces legacy qualification methods with a rigid performance-based ladder. Athletes competing in the lower tier will battle for annual promotion into the newly announced top bracket. Organizers also plan to integrate match play formats into the schedule to break up standard stroke play. The adjustments strip away complacency and force competitors to constantly prove their worth on the greens.

The locker room response leans heavily positive as professionals recognize the need to modernize the viewing experience. Scottie Scheffler sits on the Player Advisory Council and recently highlighted the structural changes as a necessary push in the right direction. Future Competition Committee member Maverick McNealy spent significant time grinding on lower levels before earning his card. McNealy remains publicly committed to ensuring the ladder system rewards relentless consistency for rising stars. Tommy Fleetwood also voiced support for the sweeping competition updates.

This massive announcement drops right as the tour hits TPC River Highlands for the Travelers Championship. While veterans like Keegan Bradley defend their titles under the current configuration, the looming transition casts a long shadow over the future of all flagship events. Spectators now anticipate a landscape where every single stroke carries heavier stakes. The organization clearly understands that maintaining global dominance requires bold evolution rather than relying on historical prestige alone.

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• Sunday Golf has released the Ryder 250, a limited-edition stand bag built to commemorate the United States' 250th anniversary
• The bag is constructed in cream-colored premium PU leather and features the same full spec suite as the standard Ryder, including an insulated frosty pocket, velour-lined valuables pocket, smell-proof pocket, and a 5-way top with full-length dividers
• At 5.5 lbs and backed by a lifetime warranty, the Ryder 250 is currently available for pre-sale exclusively through Sunday Golf's website

Sunday Golf has officially pulled back the curtain on the Ryder 250, a limited-edition stand bag designed to commemorate America's semiquincentennial. Built on the same chassis as the brand's proven Ryder platform, the 250 edition wraps that familiar architecture in cream-colored premium PU leather, with bold red and blue accents, star graphics, and classic stripe detailing woven throughout.

The construction spec here is where the Ryder 250 earns its keep beyond the patriotic colorway. Sunday Golf has retained the full suite of carry features that made the original Ryder a walking-round staple: a 5-way top with full-length dividers keeps clubs organized and protected, while the insulated frosty pocket handles cold storage for drinks on the course. A velour-lined valuables pocket protects phones and accessories from scratches, and a dedicated smell-proof pocket rounds out a storage system that covers most of what a walking golfer needs over 18 holes. Total carry weight lands at 5.5 lbs, keeping the bag firmly in the lightweight category the brand has built its reputation around.

The material choice is also worth noting. Sunday Golf has gone with premium PU leather rather than the nylon or ripstop constructions typical in the stand bag segment, giving the Ryder 250 a texture and visual weight more commonly associated with tour bags or high-end carry options. The cream base is offset by the red and blue detailing, with star graphics and stripe accents adding a graphic dimension that reads as considered rather than costume. Every bag also ships with a lifetime warranty, which remains one of the stronger coverage commitments in the category.

Ronan Galvin, CEO and co-founder of Sunday Golf, framed the release around what the milestone year represents beyond the calendar: "Golf has always had strong roots in our country's history and we wanted to come out with our best looking golf bag to date to honor this landmark event. The Ryder 250 bag is a celebration of the qualities that make our country and golf so special: tireless effort, spirited individuality, and timeless moments shared with family and friends."

The Ryder 250 is currently available for pre-sale online for a limited time.

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