Inside the Ropes at the PGA Championship with Mark Hubbard. Plus, Final Betting Cards!

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Mark Hubbard says this PGA Championship is the first major where he doesn't feel like he's just here for the swag.

The episode opens with Joe House and Nathan Hubbard introducing their PGA Championship preview show, Fairway Rollin'. They are joined by PGA Tour professional Mark Hubbard, who is on-site at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, preparing for his fourth major. Hubbard explains he arrived early to prepare, having never played Valhalla before, and immediately declares it his favorite major venue due to its grand layout and unique holes. He details a practice round with Cam Young, highlighting the advantage of extreme length but noting the course is still playable for shorter hitters. Hubbard discusses the change to zoysia grass around the greens, which makes chipping easier but still features severe penalty areas. He describes the tournament atmosphere, noting large crowds and excellent hospitality from the PGA of America. Hubbard shares his mental approach, stating this is the first major where he feels he can truly compete, not just participate. The conversation shifts to his recent putter change and practice routine adjustments for a major week. Hubbard then analyzes playing with Rory McIlroy at the Zurich Classic, observing Rory's exceptional ball-striking. After Hubbard's segment, House and Hubbard discuss other contenders, including Xander Schauffele's sharp form, Jon Rahm's potential distractions, and LIV golfers like Bryson DeChambeau and Cameron Smith. They debate Rory McIlroy's current form and personal life developments, referencing his past performance after a breakup. The hosts review weather forecasts and tee time draws, noting potential advantages. They analyze Scottie Scheffler's situation, including his new baby and caddie's schedule. The episode concludes with final betting recommendations, including top-10 and top-20 plays on players like Tommy Fleetwood, Cameron Young, and Dustin Johnson, alongside a superstition-laden support for Mark Hubbard.

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Mark Hubbard gives Fairway Road a grounded PGA Championship preview built around conditions, green surfaces, and his recent putter change.

Fairway Road builds its PGA Championship final preview around Mark Hubbard's view from the ground, which gives the episode a practical feel. His perspective turns the usual talk about setup, weather, green quality, and surface preference into something more specific, especially…

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You get Joe House's PGA Championship final preview with Mark Hubbard bringing a player's boots-on-the-ground view of tournament week.

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