Oh boy, the Titleist T-Series Black Vapor Irons are available for presale. Why are matte black Irons so sexy? They just feel like they’d increase your club speed by 15%.

Now you might be asking yourself what is the difference between these and the regular T-series Irons? The answer is that these ones are black. Which is perfectly okay because the T-series Irons are perfect and making them black makes them sleek, exotic, and perfect.

You’re probably also asking yourself, do I, a 25 handicap need these clubs? Are they gonna make me better? and the answer to both of those questions is yes without a doubt. As a fellow high handicap it’s important to have clubs you like looking at because that’s about all that they’re good for. I have a swing like Daniel Day Lewis in My Left Foot.  And They will make you better. They’ll make you “look” better. Only hard work and dedication will make you play better, unfortunately.

The Vapor Irons will be available in pro shops across America on July 23rd, But you can pre order them now on the Titleist site.

You’ve probably never heard of Marcus Plunkett, but his journey to The Open is worth noting. Plunkett graduated from West Point in 2016 where he played golf. After Graduating he would go on to serve his country stationed in far away lands and ultimately doing a six month tour of Afghanistan.

As his military career started to wind down in 2021, he did what all men with more time on their hands do, become an alcoholic. Just Kidding. He got back into golf and decided he wanted to make a go of it and become a pro.

After excelling on the Dakotas Tour, he gained status on the Korn Ferry Tour. However he failed to make 12 of 20 cuts and all of his 7 world ranked starts have come in Asia where he has tied for 6th twice.

At the 36 hole final Qualifier at Dundonald Links course in Scotland, Plunkett put a 69, and a 72 on the score card putting him at 3 under par and tied for fourth. It also got him a spot in his first major. We’ll be rooting for him to qualify and stamp his name firmly in the history of Golf.

Earlier today Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland squared off in a sudden death playoff to see who is the Travelers Champion. With Hovland and Scheffler both looking at makable birdie putts there was air that this could go some distance. Unfortunately, Hovland drained his and Scottie two putted, how dare he? I love a playoff and was hoping it would go on forever. It didn’t so I decided to search the greatest playoffs in the history of golf. Here they are:

1. 1913 U.S. Open (The Country Club, Brookline) Francis Ouimet def. Harry Vardon and Ted Ray

If you love golf movies or golf history you know this story. Widely considered the greatest match ever played. The 20 year old amateur Francis Ouimet took down Two British legends who had both won the U.S. Open in the past. After 72 holes the three were even ,and at the time the Playoff was a full 18 the next day. Through rainy conditions, the heavy underdog and his 10 year-old caddy finished one under with a firm 5 stroke lead. The match was an amazing story that catapulted golfs popularity in America. Amateurs everywhere owe Ouimet a debt of Gratitude.

2. 2000 PGA Championship (Valhalla) Tiger Woods def. Bob May

3. 2008 U.S. Open (Torrey Pines)  Tiger Woods def. Rocco Mediate

Woods played on a torn ACL and stress fractures, forcing an 18-hole playoff with a dramatic birdie on the 72nd hole, then winning on the first sudden-death hole. It epitomizes resilience and is often called one of the most compelling major finishes ever, blending physical drama with elite competition.

4. 1987 Masters  Larry Mize def. Greg Norman (and Seve Ballesteros)

Final Thoughts:

Now there’s a lot we missed that maybe could of made it. But we chose these five based on the history, who was involved and what the event was. Obviously majors take precedent. We would love to hear what your favorite playoffs are, sound off in the insta comments

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