Five Clubs

The road to links golf is here. On today’s episode of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams gets set for a huge stretch in the golf calendar with the Genesis Scottish Open, The Open Championship on the horizon, and another major week in the women’s game at the Amundi Evian Championship.

Gary is joined in studio by Ron Green Jr. of Global Golf Post to discuss the magic of golf in Scotland, the future of PGA TOUR and DP World Tour co-sanctioned events, the global schedule, and the upcoming Open Championship.

Former NHL star and defending American Century Championship winner Joe Pavelski joins the show ahead of his title defense at Lake Tahoe. Pavelski talks tournament pressure, competing after an 18-year NHL career, his love of golf, equipment changes, and the celebrities who can really play.

Johnson Wagner of CBS Sports stops by before heading overseas to break down the Scottish Open field, Chris Gotterup’s rise, Wyndham Clark’s form, Player of the Year conversations, Scottie Scheffler’s consistency, Rory McIlroy’s schedule, and his ultimate Scotland golf trip.

Plus, defending Amundi Evian Championship winner Grace Kim reflects on her unforgettable major victory, handling pressure, preparing to defend, and what it takes to contend on golf’s biggest stages.

Also in this episode:
- Why more PGA TOUR & DP World Tour crossover events could be coming
- Scottish Open history and what makes links golf special
- Club 5 Power Rankings heading into the final men’s major stretch
- American Century Championship preview
- Women’s major championship storylines from France

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

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Chris Gotterup continues his incredible run with another PGA TOUR victory at the John Deere Classic — and Gary Williams breaks down why his ability to close on Sundays has him among golf’s elite winners.

On today’s episode of 5 Clubs, Gary is joined by Golf Digest’s Shane Ryan for a wide-ranging conversation on Rory McIlroy’s relationship with the PGA TOUR, Brian Rolapp’s vision for the future, signature events, the upcoming changes to the TOUR schedule, and where professional golf is headed.

Gary also dives into:
- Chris Gotterup’s John Deere Classic victory and Ryder Cup/President’s Cup potential
- Padraig Harrington winning another U.S. Senior Open
- The future of PGA TOUR player pathways and the Challenger Series
- Player of the Year debate
- The importance of major markets for the PGA TOUR
- Why golf participation continues to grow beyond the professional game
- Rory McIlroy at Wimbledon and greatness recognizing greatness
- Arnold Palmer Cup recap and the next generation of stars

Plus, a look ahead to the Scottish Open, Evian Championship, and American Century Championship.

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The John Deere Classic takes center stage on this episode of 5 Clubs as Gary Williams welcomes Jay Bilas and rising amateur star Ryder Cowan.

Fresh off earning co-low amateur honors at the U.S. Open, Ryder Cowan joins us from Ireland ahead of the Arnold Palmer Cup to discuss his breakthrough at Shinnecock Hills, competing against the world's best, watching Rory McIlroy practice, and what he's learned from one of the biggest weeks of his career.

Then Jay Bilas stops by the studio before heading to the American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe. Jay shares lessons from his book Toughness and explains how concepts like persistence, acceptance, confidence, body language, and positive self-talk can help every golfer improve their mental game.

Plus:
- John Deere Classic picks
- American Century Championship preview
- U.S. Senior Open storylines
- Golf Dogs of the Week
- Ryder Cowan's U.S. Open experience
- Golf practice and mental performance tips

If you love golf instruction, PGA TOUR & LPGA analysis, player interviews, and conversations that go beyond the leaderboard, subscribe to 5 Clubs for new episodes every week.

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Viktor Hovland is back in the winner's circle after an emotional playoff victory over Scottie Scheffler, and Gary Williams explains why Hovland's relentless pursuit of improvement makes him one of golf's most compelling players.

Also on today's show:
- Gary's thoughts on Hovland's comeback victory and the pursuit of perfection
- Scottie Scheffler's incredible 2026 consistency despite another runner-up finish
- Josh Carpenter (Sports Business Journal) joins Gary in studio to discuss the PGA TOUR's proposed Championship Series, media rights, sponsorship demand, TV ratings, LIV Golf, and what comes next for professional golf.
- Farah O'Keefe, the NCAA Individual Champion and Annika Award winner, joins live from Ireland ahead of the Arnold Palmer Cup to discuss her incredible season, representing Team USA, team competition, and what she's learned from Arnold Palmer's legacy.
- A look ahead to the Arnold Palmer Cup, U.S. Senior Open, and Underrated Golf.
- Gary closes the show with a heartfelt tribute to longtime 5 Clubs team members James McCoy and Carrigan Santa Ana as they begin new chapters.

5 Clubs airs Monday-Wednesday on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

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A rare Monday morning playoff headlines today's episode of 5 Clubs as Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland battle for the Travelers Championship in sudden death.

Gary Williams breaks down how both players reached the playoff, why Hovland's resurgence could be one of the biggest stories of the season, and what another close finish means for Scheffler as he continues one of the most remarkable stretches of consistency in modern golf.

Joining the show:
Ryan Lavner (Golf Channel)
Bob Harig (The Daily Drive)

Today's Topics:
- Scottie Scheffler vs. Viktor Hovland playoff preview
- Travelers Championship recap
- PGA TOUR Championship Series discussion
- Promotion & relegation analysis
- KPMG Women's PGA Championship
- Weekly winners from around the world

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5 Clubs airs Monday-Wednesday on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

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