Best Ian Scheffler Podcasts (2024)

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The 2024 Open Commute - Round 3 recap LIVE from Royal Troon 37:26

1h ago37:26

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Fasten your seatbelts, ladies and gentlemen – it's time for Open Sunday. Michael, live from Royal Troon, and Bryce, live from his man cave, are here to set the stage for the final round of the 152nd edition of the championship. Will leader Billy Horschel seal the deal to win his first major? Who from the chasing pack is most likely to snatch the Cl…

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The 2024 Open Commute - Round 2 recap LIVE from Royal Troon 28:35

6d ago28:35

28:35

Shane Lowry is the man to beat heading into the weekend at The 152nd Open – but, for many of the game’s top players, the fight for the Claret Jug is over for another year. On today’s Open Commute, recorded live in the media centre at Royal Troon, Michael McEwan and Alex Perry reflect on a dramatic, incident-packed Friday. Can Lowry finish the job a…

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The Open Commute: Round 1 recap 31:29

1d ago31:29

31:29

Well... who saw all that coming?! A quite remarkable first round of The 152nd Open is in the books and Michael and Alex are here to look back on it all. Can Shane Lowry ride his early momentum to win a second Claret Jug? Where did it all go wrong for Rory? Why does Bryson not have answers to the questions posed by links golf?! And Tiger... sigh! Tu…

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The 2024 Open Commute - Day 3 LIVE from Royal Troon 30:27

7h ago30:27

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Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! It’s time for The 152nd Open to get under way! Before it does, Michael and Alex have your latest Open Commute live from Royal Troon, featuring reaction to R&A chief Martin Slumbers’ comments about Muirfield, some thoughts on Bob Mac, an interesting meeting with a legend’s family, and loads more. Particularl…

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The 2024 Open Commute - Day 2 LIVE from Royal Troon 28:37

3h ago28:37

28:37

We’re another day closer to The 152nd Open getting under way – and there is a LOT to talk about on today’s episode of the Open Commute. Michael, Bryce and Alex react as Tiger Woods claps back at Colin Montgomerie’s retirement remarks, as well as thoughts on Rory McIlroy’s presser, Bryson DeChambeau’s new-found star power, the pick of the tee times,…

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The 2024 Open Commute - Day 1 LIVE from Royal Troon 32:58

6h ago32:58

32:58

Here we go again: the Open Commutes are back! Michael McEwan and Alex Perry reflect on a busy first day at Royal Troon for The 152nd Open. Michael details what he saw – and liked – about Tiger Woods after following the three-time major champ for his first practice round, there’s praise for Robert MacIntyre after his remarkable Scottish Open win, an…

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The complete Open Championship preview 2:00:06

23h ago2:00:06

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And just like that, the final men’s major of the season is upon us – and what an epic it’s shaping up to be. Join Michael, Bryce and Alex as they preview The 152nd Open at Royal Troon. Where will the championship be won and lost? Can Rory bounce back from his US Open heartbreak? Does Bryson have the game to make it two major wins in a row? Does Tig…

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The US Ryder Cup captain drama! 1:25:18

8d ago1:25:18

1:25:18

So, Tiger Woods has decided he doesn’t want to be the US Ryder Cup next year after all. The 15-time major champion has turned down the chance to lead his country at Bethpage – but why?! Michael and Bryce react on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. Elsewhere, there’s praise for Ewen Ferguson and Bernhard Langer, whilst six-time DP World To…

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Is Scottie Scheffler profiting from LIV? 1:39:07

19d ago1:39:07

1:39:07

The best players in the world can’t stop him. The police couldn’t stop him. Even Extinction Rebellion protestors couldn’t stop him. So, just who can stop Scottie Scheffler? The world No.1 stretched his lead at the top of the OWGR with a sixth victory of 2024 at the Travelers Championship as he continues his dominant streak this year. However, is he…

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The 40-minute US Open hangover 43:23

23d ago43:23

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We’ve only gone and made you a very special episode of The bunkered Podcast, haven’t we? With Alex on holiday, Michael (fresh from Germany) and Bryce look back on an incredible US Open, specifically Rory’s choke and Bryson’s win. How does McIlroy bounce back from this major disappointment? Does he need a new caddie? Is he really this generation’s G…

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The ultimate US Open preview! 1:42:55

1M ago1:42:55

1:42:55

And just like that, the third men’s major of 2024 is upon us. Michael, Bryce and Alex look ahead to the 124th US Open, taking place this week at Pinehurst. Will the USGA get it right or (very badly) wrong with the course set-up? Can anybody – other than the police – stop Scottie Scheffler? Does Tiger have a hope of even making the cut? Is this the …

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Oh, Canada! Bob MacIntyre is a PGA Tour winner! 1:28:52

1M ago1:28:52

1:28:52

Robert MacIntyre is a PGA Tour winner. The 27-year-old Scot – and three-time guest on The bunkered Podcast – stormed to victory in the RBC Canadian Open and the weekend and, well, we’re all feeling rather emotional about it. On this week’s episode, Michael, Bryce and Alex reflect on a huge week for the young Obanite, ponder what’s next for him and …

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A tribute to Grayson Murray 1:24:58

2M ago1:24:58

1:24:58

On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael and Bryce reflect on the tragic news about Grayson Murray. They discuss the two-time PGA Tour winner’s career, his successes, his challenges and what lessons can be learned from his heartbreaking decision to take his own life at only 30 years of age. Elsewhere, there’s a full US Women’s Open p…

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The big fat PGA Championship debrief! 1:35:26

2M ago1:35:26

1:35:26

Xander Schauffele is a major champion at long, long last. So often the bridesmaid in the game’s biggest events, the Californian stepped up to win the PGA Championship at Valhalla. On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, Bryce and Alex reflect on Schauffele’s major breakthrough and wonder where it all went right. There’s chat about …

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The ultimate PGA Championship preview: Part 2 1:38:11

2M ago1:38:11

1:38:11

It’s PGA Championship week which means it’s time for part two of our preview. Michael, Bryce and Alex run the rule over some of the contenders for the Wanamaker, including a resurgent Rory McIlroy, new-dad Scottie Scheffler, the near-faultless Ludvig Aberg and the polarising Patrick Cantlay. Plus, have we already seen the best of the career grand s…

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The ultimate PGA Championship preview: Part 1 1:38:05

3M ago1:38:05

1:38:05

Michael, Bryce and Alex set the scene for the second men’s major of the season: the PGA Championship. Is any player under more pressure to perform at Valhalla than Talor Gooch? Does the six invites for LIV players expose a serious flaw in the world rankings? Does the PGA really have the strongest field in golf? And is Brooks Koepka the man to beat?…

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Money for nothing? The 'disgraceful’ PGA Tour Player Equity deal... 1:36:42

3M ago1:36:42

1:36:42

So, there we have it. PGA Tour players who ‘stayed loyal’ to the PGA Tour in the aftermath of LIV’s emergence now know how much they’re going to be rewarded with. Tiger Woods is set to receive $100m. There’s $50m for Rory McIlroy. Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas will each pocket $30m. And on and on it goes. But is this a good look for the game? Is …

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The complete Masters debrief 1:46:08

3M ago1:46:08

1:46:08

Michael, Bryce and Alex sit down to pick at the bones of the 2024 Masters Tournament. Is Scottie Scheffler boring? Why Amen Corner is the greatest stretch in golf. How many majors is Ludvig going to win? Does Rory need a new caddie? Plus so much more. Elsewhere, there’s chat about Rory’s rumoured move to LIV (what a load of nonsense) and golf’s TV …

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The 2024 Masters Commute – Final Round Recap LIVE from Augusta 34:13

3M ago34:13

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And just like that, it’s over! Scottie Scheffler is the 2024 Masters champion. In their final commute from Augusta National, Michael and Alex reflect on the world No.1’s dominant final round performance, Ludvig Aberg’s spectacular major debut, Collin Morikawa’s final round hiccup, and much more besides. Consider this the Sun Day Pod, if you will. T…

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The 2024 Masters Commute – Round 3 Recap LIVE from Augusta 29:36

4M ago29:36

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The stage is set for a truly thrilling Masters Sunday... and what better way to start it than by tuning in to the penultimate episode of the Masters Commute from The bunkered Podcast. Michael and Alex break down a spectacular Saturday at Augusta National and set the scene for a potentially epic final round. Can anybody stop Scottie Scheffler? Will …

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The 2024 Masters Commute – Round 2 Recap LIVE from Augusta 34:58

4M ago34:58

34:58

Well, then... that was a WILD day. Strap in as Michael and Alex recap one of the most extraordinary second rounds in Masters history. Michael’s eats humble pie on Tiger but mounts a stirring defence of Rory McIlroy’s caddie Harry Diamond. There’s talk, too, about the (many) big names who won’t be around for the weekend and the guys answer your ques…

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The 2024 Masters Commute – Round 1 Recap LIVE from Augusta 34:03

4M ago34:03

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Day 1 of the 2024 Masters is in the books and, with some players still to complete their first rounds, Bryson DeChambeau leads the way by one from 2022 champion Scottie Scheffler. Our men in Augusta, Michael and Alex, reflect on a compelling start to the tournament. Should be surprised by Bryson’s start? What to make of Rory McIlroy’s one-under sta…

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The 2024 Masters Commute - Day 3 LIVE from Augusta 36:50

4M ago36:50

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The waiting is almost over... it’s time for the 2024 Masters to begin! Well, whenever the rain allows it to, that is! Michael and Alex have a rather grim weather update to start today’s Masters Commute. The bad news? It’s going to be wet on Thursday. The good news? The rest of the week looks a whole lot better. Elsewhere, there’s chat about Greg No…

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The 2024 Masters Commute - Day 2 LIVE from Augusta 30:09

4M ago30:09

30:09

Michael and Alex are back with the second Masters Commute of the week – although it very nearly didn’t happen after they had a run-in with local cops en route to Augusta National this morning. Find out what happened (it’s very funny) and, in the same ep, get the chaps’ thoughts on Tiger Woods, Jon Rahm and all of the other big talking points as the…

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The 2024 Masters Commute - Day 1 LIVE from Augusta 31:14

4M ago31:14

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It’s officially Masters week and you know what that means: daily ‘commutes’ from The bunkered Podcast. Michael and Alex are kicking things off this week from their (very fancy) Airbnb close to Augusta National. Michael details his travel nightmare, Alex gives his account of a solar eclipse unlike any other, and there’s chat about Ludvig Aberg's jac…

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The 2024 Masters preview episode! 1:57:44

4M ago1:57:44

1:57:44

Hello, friends! Prepare for an audio experience unlike any other – the 2024 Masters preview from The bunkered Podcast. On this bumper episode, Michael, Bryce and Alex look ahead to the 88th edition of the first men’s major of the year. Is this finally going to be Rory’s year? Can anybody stop Scottie Scheffler? How will Tiger get on? Who are the da…

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What it’s like to play the Old Course BACKWARDS! 47:57

4M ago47:57

47:57

It’s a bonus episode of The bunkered Podcast! Michael is joined by bunkered gear editor James Tait and associate editor Alex Perry to reflect on a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience... playing the Old Course in St Andrews in reverse. Michael and James spent Easter Monday playing the historic links the way it was originally designed and, in this sp…

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Chris DiMarco and golf’s insufferable greed 1:18:13

4M ago1:18:13

1:18:13

Chris DiMarco thinks LIV should buy the Champions Tour because the prize funds on the over-50s tour are “a joke”. They’re playing for a total prize purse of $66million this year. Does he have a point or is he wildly out of touch? Michael and Bryce debate that on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. Elsewhere, Michael’s taking credit for Hap…

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Can anybody stop Scottie Scheffler? 1:34:27

4M ago1:34:27

1:34:27

With his come-from-behind win at The PLAYERS Championship, world No.1 Scottie Scheffler consolidated his position as the game’s most dominant player, which begs the question: can anybody stop him? Michael, Bryce and Alex reflect on Scheffler’s Sawgrass success (try saying that ten times really fast) and discuss what he has to do to get to the next …

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The PLAYERS Championship preview 1:31:50

5M ago1:31:50

1:31:50

It’s the biggest week in the PGA Tour’s calendar – but is it the fifth major? Michael, Bryce and Alex debate this point, and loads more like it, on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. The guys discuss Tiger Woods’ absence, Scottie Scheffler’s shot at history and Rory McIlroy’s form ahead of the 50th anniversary edition of the event at TPC …

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The Kim-back to end all comebacks! 1:28:55

5M ago1:28:55

1:28:55

Anthony Kim is back! After almost 12 years in the wilderness, the one-time world No.6 has joined LIV Golf and will feature in the league’s remaining 11 events of the season – but how will he fare? With Bryce on holiday, Michael and Alex dig discuss Kim’s return. Can he be competitive? Could he win? Why does he seem to think he has ‘haters’? And muc…

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What now for Tiger Woods (and Sun Day Red)? 1:45:12

5M ago1:45:12

1:45:12

As launch events go, Tiger Woods’ having to withdraw from the Genesis Invitational after only 24 holes was probably not what the 15-time major champ had in mind for his new apparel brand Sun Day Red. On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, Bryce and Alex discuss another hectic week in the life of Tiger Woods and ask: just who, exac…

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The good, the bad and the LIV 1:23:26

6M ago1:23:26

1:23:26

The first event of the new LIV season is in the books – but how did it go? Did Jon Rahm make any difference? Is the broadcast any good? What do they still need to fix? Michael, Bryce and Alex get into it all on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. Elsewhere, there’s chat about the Pebble wash-out, Wyndham Clark’s ‘legacy’ remarks, the PGA T…

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The Anthony Kim comeback! 1:34:14

6M ago1:34:14

1:34:14

After 12 years in the wilderness, it appears as though Anthony Kim is finally ready to make his return to golf – but where will he play? How will he play? Can he still compete? And was he ever really that good to begin with? Michael, Bryce and Alex discuss the American’s rumoured comeback on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. Elsewhere, t…

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Are golf club memberships too expensive? 1:23:29

6M ago1:23:29

1:23:29

A new study has found that almost half of all golf club members in the UK are paying more than £1,000 a year for that privilege, up from roughly one in five in 2018 – but amidst a cost of living crisis, just how sustainable is that? Michael, Bryce and Alex discuss that very topic on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, brought to you in ass…

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Tiger and Nike split... now what? 1:27:29

7M ago1:27:29

1:27:29

After a hugely successful 2023 and an extended break over the festive period, The bunkered Podcast is back with its first episode of 2024 – and it’s a humdinger! Michael, Bryce and Alex react to the news that Tiger Woods and Nike are going their separate ways after 27 years. Is it that big a deal? Why has Nike never really cracked the golf industry…

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The big fat review of golf in 2023 1:54:41

8M ago1:54:41

1:54:41

It's the final episode of The bunkered Podcast this year and Michael, Bryce and Alex are turning the page on 2023 in trademark fashion: by sarcastically reflecting on its biggest moments and talking points. Bryce steps into the hosting hot-seat as the trio react to Jon Rahm’s megabucks move to LIV Golf and hand out a string of awards celebrating th…

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EMERGENCY POD: The golf ball rollback reaction! 40:13

8M ago40:13

40:13

Sound the klaxon and light the beacons - it’s time for another Emergency Podcast! The much-anticipated golf ball rollback has been announced by the R&A and USGA. These changes will see distance controlled not just for the game’s elite – starting in 2028 – but also, from 2030, for all of us mere mortals. Michael, Bryce and Alex sat down and hit reco…

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Luke who’s talking! 1:24:13

8M ago1:24:13

1:24:13

Fresh from being announced as the European captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage, Luke Donald joins us on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. The mastermind of this year’s ‘Italian Job’, Donald discusses his decision to take the job for a second time, putting his legacy on the line, the prospect of going up against Tiger Woods, and a …

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Is Jon Rahm joining LIV? 1:27:35

8M ago1:27:35

1:27:35

It’s the rumour that just won’t go away – is Masters champion Jon Rahm about to become the latest big-name signing for LIV Golf? Michael McEwan, Bryce Ritchie and Alex Perry discuss that very prospect on this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. Elsewhere, is Ludvig Aberg really a ‘generational talent’? Is the Player Impact Program one of the mo…

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Rory McIlroy’s resignation and making sense of the WHS 1:24:12

9M ago1:24:12

1:24:12

Rory McIlroy has dropped a (huge?) bombshell by resigning from the PGA Tour’s Policy Board – but why? Why now? What does this mean for Jay Monahan? And is this a good thing for Rory fans? Michael, Bryce and Alex debate all of this on the latest episode of The bunkered Podcast. Also, the DP World Tour – how should we assess its 2023 season? Plus, th…

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TGL: Golf game-changer or gimmick? 1:25:28

9M ago1:25:28

1:25:28

Details are starting to emerge about Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s new TGL venture, which is set to debut in January. But what’s it all about? Who’s taking part? And should you care? On this week’s episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, Bryce and Alex take a deep dive into the made-for-TV competition. Elsewhere, are we getting closer to a Tiger…

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What it’s like to hit a 452-yard drive (and what now for LIV?) 1:35:19

9M ago1:35:19

1:35:19

Michael, Bryce and Alex are joined on this week’s episode by bunkered’s gear editor James Tait, who’s fresh from his third-place finish at last week’s World Long Drive Championship. James went toe-to-toe with some of the biggest-hitters in the game – including Kyle Berkshire and defending champ Martin Borgmeier – and gave them all a run for their m…

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The LIV Golf / OWGR fiasco 1:44:59

10M ago1:44:59

1:44:59

So that’s that, then. The OWGR has decided that it’s not going to give world ranking points to LIV Golf... but is that the right call or a monumental blunder? Michael McEwan and Alex Perry discuss that on today’s episode of The bunkered Podcast. On the subject of LIV, golf writer Alan Shipnuck joins us for a chat about his new book “LIV and Let Die…

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The Ryder Cup Commute - Saturday Debrief (plus Rory’s car park kerfuffle!) 46:18

10M ago46:18

46:18

Well, well, well. The stage is set for a rip-snorter of a final day in the 2023 Ryder Cup at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club. Europe maintains a five-point lead going into Sunday’s decisive singles session but the momentum might be with the United States following their 3-1 Saturday afternoon fourballs. HOWEVER! The whole thing has been overshadow…

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The Ryder Cup Commute - Friday Debrief 43:37

10M ago43:37

43:37

Well… that was quite something, wasn’t it? Europe has taken a massive step towards regaining the Ryder Cup after inflicting a record-equalling beating on the United States on Day 1 at Marco Simone Golf & Country Club. On today’s episode of the Ryder Cup Commute, Michael and Alex assess where it went right for Europe, where it went wrong for the US,…

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The Ryder Cup Commute – Day 3 – LIVE from Rome 31:30

10M ago31:30

31:30

It’s time for the talking to stop... well, nearly! With just hours to go until the opening shots of the 2023 Ryder Cup, Michael and Alex are back with another Ryder Cup Commute. The guys react to the pairings for Fridays opening foursomes session, look back on a surprisingly good opening ceremony, and – somehow – find a place to namecheck Noel Edmo…

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The Ryder Cup Commute – Day 2 – LIVE from Rome 30:12

10M ago30:12

30:12

Michael and Alex are back with another bonus episode of The bunkered Podcast live from Marco Simone Golf & Country Club. There’s a weather update – spoiler alert: it’s still scorchio – as well as reaction to Rory McIlroy’s interesting remarks on LIV golfers and Wyndham Clark’s even more interesting remarks on the European team. Also, ties... how do…

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The Ryder Cup Commute – Day 1 – LIVE from Rome 32:28

10M ago32:28

32:28

Buongiorno! Welcome to the first bunkered Podcast Ryder Cup commute, coming to you live from Marco Simone Golf & Country Club in Rome. On today’s episode, Michael McEwan and Alex Perry give their immediate reactions to the set-up for this week’s match, including first-hand accounts of the spectacular first tee experience. The guys also discuss Luke…

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The 2023 Ryder Cup preview episode 1:57:49

10M ago1:57:49

1:57:49

So, here it is – the definitive Ryder Cup preview podcast. On this extended episode of The bunkered Podcast, Michael, Bryce and Alex discuss all the big talking points ahead of the upcoming match in Rome Has the build-up been a bit low-key? Who are the danger men on each side? Which players have got the most to prove? The guys are also joined by fo…

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