In this episode of the Golf Channel Podcast, hosts Rex Hoggard and Ryan Lavner discuss a variety of topics surrounding health issues affecting top golfers like Jordan Spieth and Tiger Woods. They touch on Jason Day’s recovery and Will Zalatoris’ need for rest, and explore the long-term implications of Spieth’s wrist injury.
The hosts also dive into the defending Nelson champ Day’s amazing career comeback, speculating about the possibility of Zalatoris taking a break to recover from any potential injuries. The conversation then turns to Tiger Woods, with speculation on whether he will be able to play in the next three majors and be competitive.
Rex shares his own medical update on his knee, adding a personal touch to the discussion. The hosts also touch on their experiences at the U.S. Open media day, Dallas BBQ, and even 5-year-old tee-ball games. The episode offers a mix of insights into the golfing world and personal anecdotes from the hosts’ lives.
As they discussed Spieth’s wrist injury, Rex shared some insights about how common such injuries are among professional golfers. He explained that while most golfers can work through minor injuries with rest and rehab, more severe cases can have lasting effects on their game.
The hosts also talked about how much they admired Day’s comeback from serious injuries earlier in his career. They marveled at how he had been able to return to the game at such a high level, especially after missing several major championships due to injury.
As they turned their attention to Woods, Rex shared some interesting data about how many majors he had won since returning from his near-fatal car accident in 2009. It was fascinating to hear him break it down by tournament type – Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open and British Open.
In addition to discussing golf news, Rex also shared some fun stories from his own life – like watching 5-year-old tee balls during a recent visit to Dallas BBQ.
Overall, this episode was filled with interesting insights into golf news as well as fun anecdotes from both hosts’ lives.