Power Outage at Zurich, PGA-LIV Ratings No-Contest, and CJ Cup Byron Nelson Preview

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A power outage at TPC Louisiana couldn't stop the PGA Tour from outdrawing LIV Golf 15 to 1.

The episode opens with a promo for The Ringer's NBA Draft show before transitioning to the golf podcast Fairway Rollin'. Hosts Joe House and Nathan Hubbard start by recapping the Zurich Classic, noting a power outage at TPC Louisiana that delayed play but didn't impact viewership. They contrast this with LIV Golf's low ratings, despite having stars like Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm in contention. The hosts then shift to analyzing top golfers' mental games, pointing out Bryson's tendency to falter in final rounds and Rory McIlroy's recent resurgence. They discuss the spotlight moving to other players like Scottie Scheffler, who has shown frustration, and Colin Morikawa, who just changed caddies. The conversation turns to the Ryder Cup, with debates over European team strength and the potential impact of the Bethpage crowd on Rory McIlroy. After a sponsor break for Fandle, the hosts preview the CJ Cup Byron Nelson at TPC Craig Ranch. They focus on Jordan Spieth, noting his performance correlates directly with his putting stats. The field is analyzed, with Scottie Scheffler as the favorite but deemed poor value. Betting recommendations include Jake Knapp, Alejandro Tosti, and Thor Bjornsson for their driving distance. Gary Woodland is highlighted as a comeback story from brain surgery, with improving shot data. The Højgaard brothers are discussed as Ryder Cup hopefuls after their performance in New Orleans. Tom Kim's slump is examined, with speculation about distractions from TGL. The episode concludes with a look ahead to the Philadelphia Cricket Club event and a weather hope.

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House and Hubbard turn a TPC Louisiana power failure into a lively CJ Cup Byron Nelson preview led by Jordan Spieth and betting angles.

A power failure at TPC Louisiana gives Joe House and Nathan Hubbard a loose, useful way into the practical oddities of staging a golf event. House calls Fairway Rollin' a two-ball, a fitting description for the easy back-and-forth that follows as they turn to the CJ Cup Byron…

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You get a power interruption at TPC Louisiana, then a betting-focused look at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson.

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