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September 9, 2026 | Edition #439

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Things got heated between a 26-year-old pro and his ex-caddie at a professional event. The lengthy argument required security officials to step in, and the parties involved were expected to be reminded about the Tour's code of conduct. Meanwhile, in another instance of etiquette breach, a member lashed out at a club pro. But the bigger story is that it reached Justin Thomas, who was forthright in tackling misbehaving members.

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Justin Thomas is very open about his thoughts on disrespectful club members. But you tell us…

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  • 1985: Rod Funseth passed away due to terminal cancer. Rod was one of the longest hitters of his time and went on to win nine professional titles.

  • 2019: Brian Barnes was another notable golfer we lost to cancer. He passed away in England at the age of 74. A six-time Ryder Cupper, Brian won 26 pro titles in his career.


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