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Woods Not Behind Fowler’s Absence - Weekly LITE
Nov 02, 2025 | Edition #97
👋 Hey Golf Fans,
Rickie Fowler’s absence from the Hero World Challenge raised a few eyebrows. And earned Tiger Woods some flak. Turns out, there was little Tiger could do for Rickie, and that reason also highlights a problematic trend in Fowler’s career. We’ll explain that, talk about Gary Player’s strange demand, Charley Hull’s Halloween outfit, and more in today’s edition.
Let's dive in...
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