Five Clubs

The Wednesday edition of 5 Clubs gets you ready for a loaded week of golf across the globe. Gary Williams previews the Genesis Scottish Open, a star-studded field at Renaissance Club, and the final tune-up before The Open Championship. Mel Reid joins the show to break down the Amundi Evian Championship, why the course has been a difficult fit for Nelly Korda, the evolution of women’s majors, and w...

The road to links golf is here. On today’s episode of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams gets set for a huge stretch in the golf calendar with the Genesis Scottish Open, The Open Championship on the horizon, and another major week in the women’s game at the Amundi Evian Championship. Gary is joined in studio by Ron Green Jr. of Global Golf Post to discuss the magic of golf in Scotland, the future of PGA TOUR...

Chris Gotterup continues his incredible run with another PGA TOUR victory at the John Deere Classic — and Gary Williams breaks down why his ability to close on Sundays has him among golf’s elite winners. On today’s episode of 5 Clubs, Gary is joined by Golf Digest’s Shane Ryan for a wide-ranging conversation on Rory McIlroy’s relationship with the PGA TOUR, Brian Rolapp’s vision for the future, si...

The John Deere Classic takes center stage on this episode of 5 Clubs as Gary Williams welcomes Jay Bilas and rising amateur star Ryder Cowan. Fresh off earning co-low amateur honors at the U.S. Open, Ryder Cowan joins us from Ireland ahead of the Arnold Palmer Cup to discuss his breakthrough at Shinnecock Hills, competing against the world's best, watching Rory McIlroy practice, and what he's lear...

Viktor Hovland is back in the winner's circle after an emotional playoff victory over Scottie Scheffler, and Gary Williams explains why Hovland's relentless pursuit of improvement makes him one of golf's most compelling players. Also on today's show: - Gary's thoughts on Hovland's comeback victory and the pursuit of perfection - Scottie Scheffler's incredible 2026 consistency despite another runne...

A rare Monday morning playoff headlines today's episode of 5 Clubs as Scottie Scheffler and Viktor Hovland battle for the Travelers Championship in sudden death. Gary Williams breaks down how both players reached the playoff, why Hovland's resurgence could be one of the biggest stories of the season, and what another close finish means for Scheffler as he continues one of the most remarkable stret...

The PGA TOUR has taken its most significant step toward restructuring in years. On today's episode of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams breaks down the two-series model officially unveiled by CEO Brian Rolapp at TPC River Highlands, what it means for players, sponsors, and the future of professional golf, and what critical details are still missing from the picture. Joining Gary: Ryan Lavner (GolfChannel.com...

The PGA TOUR appears poised for its most significant transformation in decades. On today’s episode of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams breaks down the anticipated changes being announced by new PGA TOUR CEO Brian Rolapp and what they could mean for the future of professional golf. From meritocracy, cuts, field sizes, sponsor exemptions, promotion and relegation, and the possibility of match play in the post...

Wyndham Clark is a two-time U.S. Open champion. On today's episode of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams breaks down Clark's wire-to-wire victory at Shinnecock Hills, the challenging environment he faced throughout the final round, and how he managed to outlast the field to claim his second U.S. Open title. Joining Gary is Brendan Porath of Fried Egg Golf to discuss: - Wyndham Clark's championship performance...

The 126th U.S. Open Championship is here, and 5 Clubs is kicking off one of the biggest weeks in golf. Gary Williams previews the challenge awaiting the world's best players at legendary Shinnecock Hills, a venue that has hosted U.S. Opens across three different centuries. Hear analysis on Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Jon Rahm, Patrick Reed, Brooks Koepka, and other contenders heading into cha...

On this episode of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams is joined by Mel Reid to break down Nelly Korda’s victory at the U.S. Women’s Open at Riviera Country Club. Reid shares her perspective from Golf Channel’s Live From coverage, discusses the key moments that defined Korda’s week, and explains why this version of Nelly may be the most dangerous yet. They also discuss Charlie Hull’s charge, Allison Lee’s impr...

Gary Williams recaps one of the most compelling days in golf as U.S. Open Final Qualifying—better known as "Golf's Longest Day"—comes to a close with players from around the world punching their tickets to next week's U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills. From established PGA TOUR veterans to rising amateur stars, Gary breaks down the stories, performances and emotions that make qualifying one of the mos...

Gary Williams dedicates this special edition of 5 Clubs to one of the most unique and compelling days in golf: U.S. Open Final Qualifying. With more than 700 players competing across North America for a place in the field at Shinnecock Hills, Gary recaps weekend winners including J.T. Poston and Nelly Korda before diving into the stories, pressure and opportunity that define "Golf's Longest Day."...

Gary Williams opens the show by previewing a massive week in golf, with the U.S. Women's Open making its Riviera debut and the Memorial Tournament celebrating its 50th edition. Gary discusses Nelly Korda's pursuit of another major championship, the significance of Riviera hosting the game's biggest women's event, and shares thoughts from Jack Nicklaus on the PGA TOUR schedule, course setup challen...

Gary Williams opens the show with a passionate reflection on the importance of storytelling in golf following the end of Sports Illustrated’s dedicated golf coverage. He discusses the role legendary writers have played in shaping the game’s biggest moments, from Amen Corner to major championship history, and why the human element remains at the heart of great sports journalism. Gary also previews...

Gary Williams opens the week by recapping Russell Henley’s victory at Colonial, where the six-time PGA TOUR winner delivered a clutch finish to earn another trophy and continue one of the steadiest careers in professional golf. Gary also looks ahead to a busy stretch on the golf calendar, including the Memorial Tournament, the U.S. Women’s Open at Riviera Country Club, and a dramatic final day at...

Gary Williams opens the show by diving into the current PGA TOUR landscape as the FedEx Cup standings begin to take shape, highlighting who looks locked into East Lake, who still has work to do, and what the future structure of professional golf could look like. Gary also reacts to the latest Sports Emmy results, discusses the growing conversation around “track one” and “track two” PGA TOUR events...

Gary Williams opens this edition of 5 Clubs by reflecting on Colonial Country Club’s historic place on the PGA TOUR as the tournament celebrates its 80th consecutive year at the same venue. Gary discusses the importance of tradition, the value of iconic venues on the PGA TOUR schedule, and why players — not markets — ultimately drive the success of events. He also previews the NCAA Women’s Golf Ch...

Gary Williams opens this Memorial Day edition of 5 Clubs by reflecting on the meaning of the holiday and honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice. He then dives into Wyndham Clark’s remarkable final-round 60 at THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson, the mental reset that helped fuel his comeback victory, and why the win could mark a major turning point after a difficult stretch in Clark’s career. Gary als...

On this edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams dives into a chaotic week in professional golf, breaking down the massive financial and business reporting surrounding the future of LIV Golf. Williams addresses a provocative Bloomberg News report regarding a potential end-of-year bankruptcy filing for the league, discussing what that could mean for high-profile player contracts and the ongoing conversati...

Gary Williams opens this episode of 5 Clubs by breaking down the value and intrigue surrounding Jordan Spieth as he continues searching for a return to contention on the PGA TOUR. Gary reflects on Spieth’s evolution from major champion to one of golf’s most compelling week-to-week storylines, while also examining the significance of Aaron Rai winning the PGA Championship and what it says about dep...

Gary Williams breaks down Aaron Rai’s breakthrough win at the PGA Championship, a performance that showcased elite ball striking, composure under pressure, and one of the best closing stretches of the season. Gary also examines Rory McIlroy’s missed opportunity after winning The Masters, Jon Rahm’s continued resurgence in major championships, Scottie Scheffler’s short-putting concerns, and why the...

Gary Williams opens this PGA Championship week edition of 5 Clubs by breaking down the biggest storylines heading into the 108th PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club outside Philadelphia. Gary discusses the rise of Kristoffer Reitan after his breakthrough win at the Truist Championship, the growing depth of talent across professional golf, and why this PGA Championship may once again feature th...

Gary Williams opens this edition of 5 Clubs from Quail Hollow Club with a deep look at the Truist Championship, highlighting firm and fast course conditions, the strategic challenge facing players, and the broader significance of the event’s return to Charlotte. He also reflects on the unveiling of Charlie Sifford’s statue and what it represents for the game’s history, while diving into the evolvi...

Gary Williams sets the stage from Quail Hollow Club ahead of the Truist Championship, highlighting the evolution of this PGA TOUR stop into a premier Signature Series event. He reflects on the course’s history, Rory McIlroy’s dominance at the venue, and the broader storylines shaping the current PGA TOUR season—from competitive parity to the importance of elite fields and championship venues. The...