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Anyone who has three-putted before contemplating throwing their clubs away entirely knows that golf is a frustrating game. Frustrating, but fair. So fair, in fact, that the game “handicaps” amateurs to ensure a more level playing field across skill levels. But the Ladies Professional Golf Association rules essentially allow for the equivalent of faking your handicap — the rules allow men to compete as women. And we’re not okay with that.
Although still very limited in numbers, biological males are finding their way into women's golf -- the latest sport to have to contend with issues around transgender players. Getty Images Anyone who has three-putted before contemplating throwing their clubs away entirely knows that golf is a frustrating game. Frustrating, but fair. So fair, in fact, that the game “handicaps” amateurs to ensure a more level playing field across skill levels.
The 40th playing Twin Bridges Championship has officially started, and Pinehaven Country Club lived up to its treacherous reputation in round one. Only 12 players were able to stay in red numbers during the first 18 holes of play, with some familiar names sitting around the top of the leaderboard. The top 3 have combined for 11 top-10 finishes this season, but they are all still searching for their first win of the 2024 season.
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