The final major of the year is here, and we’re heading back to Royal Portrush for the 153rd Open Championship. In this episode, we break down everything you need to know ahead of golf’s oldest major: the course layout, notable holes like Calamity Corner, how Portrush sets up for different player styles, and the storylines that could define the week - including Rory’s return, Scheffler’s dominance, and links conditions that test every part of a golfer’s game.

We also give our top picks to win, dark horse contenders, and dive into what makes The Open truly unique and the moments we’ll never forget from Open history. Plus, a new segment - The Caddie’s Corner

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Let’s get into it - The Open is here.

Caffeine Corner:
In this week’s Caffeine Corner, we want to hear from you on how you would celebrate being the Champion Golfer of the Year

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This week on The Drop, we’re turning the spotlight on our own golf games. We break down our current handicaps, what’s trending (both good and bad), and dig into the details of how the USGA handicap system actually works. Whether you’re chasing scratch or just trying to break 90, understanding how your handicap reflects your game is key and we’ve got some thoughts.

We also get into what parts of our games are heating up, what’s holding us back, and why one of us might be sandbagging (just kidding… or are we?). It’s personal, it’s insightful, and it might just help your own game too.

Caffeine Corner:
In this week’s Caffeine Corner, we want to hear from you on your goals in the game of golf

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Tiger Woods didn’t just change golf — he redefined greatness.

This week on The Drop, we dive into the legendary career of Tiger Woods and break down exactly why he’s the greatest golfer of all time. From his record-shattering amateur days to the most dominant stretches the sport has ever seen, we’re covering it all:

• The Tiger Slam - holding all four majors at once
• His most jaw-dropping stats and records
• The greatest moments and impossible shots
• The impact of the Tiger Effect on golf
• Comebacks, cultural influence, and why nobody compares

Whether you’re a die-hard Tiger fan or a casual golf watcher, this is the episode that defines The Standard.

Caffeine Corner:
In this week’s Caffeine Corner, we want to hear from you on some of your favorite GOAT moments.

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This week on The Drop, we’re recapping all the drama from the Travelers Championship, including Tommy Fleetwood’s latest heartbreak and Keegan Bradley’s fiery win at TPC River Highlands. We break down the final round, the clutch shots, and why Keegan plays golf like a baseball closer.

Then, inspired by Tommy’s near-miss, we dive into golf’s most frustrating club — the best players still searching for that elusive PGA Tour victory or major championship. From Fleetwood and Rickie Fowler to Colin Montgomerie and Max Homa, who’s the most overdue? And who’s next to finally break through?

We also stir in some Ryder Cup debate, Keegan’s captaincy chances, and of course - a little caffeine talk to round things out.

Caffeine Corner:
In this week’s Caffeine Corner, we kick around a hypothetical every golfer’s dreamed about for their own game

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Oakmont delivered exactly what we expected—chaos, carnage, and a champion who truly survived Oakmont Country Club.

This week on The Drop, Harrison and Zach break down one of the wildest U.S. Opens in recent memory. J.J. Spaun’s comeback from a front-nine 40 to drain a 64-foot birdie on 18 and win his first major. We’re covering every twist, collapse, and club slam from golf’s most punishing test.

In this episode:

• How Oakmont chewed up and spit out the field (74.63 scoring average)
• The three-putt epidemic and controversial course setup
• Emotional meltdowns from Rory, Shane Lowry, and Wyndham Clark
• Spaun’s mixed gear setup - and why brand-free bags are the new wave
• Notable missed cuts: Bryson, Phil, JT, Åberg, DJ, and more

Caffeine Corner:
This week’s question might ruin your putting stats or your morning routine...

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Zach and Harrison are back with another Major Championship episode!

Oakmont returns for the 125th U.S. Open—and it’s more brutal than ever. In Episode 7 of The Drop, we break down everything you need to know heading into golf’s toughest test: lightning-fast greens, five-inch rough, and the infamous Church Pew bunkers. We cover the biggest storylines (Scheffler’s Slam Watch, Rory’s revenge, Bryson’s title defense), reveal our bold picks to win, and relive legendary U.S. Open moments. Plus, a caffeine-fueled debate: are long or short par 3s better?

Survive Oakmont with us—one cup and one swing at a time.

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In Episode 6 of The Drop, we tackle the biggest transformations shaping the future of golf. From Pinehurst’s precision makeover to Oakmont’s brutal setup for the 2025 U.S. Open, we break down the major course updates that will define the next five years.

We also dive deep into the distance debate: Is modern power ruining golf—or just evolving it? Plus, we explain the golf ball rollback in simple terms: who it affects, why it’s happening, and what it means for your weekend rounds.

To top it off, we're officially launching The Drop Digest! Get extended show notes, coffee picks, gear tips, exclusive merch drops, and more—all in one sleek, weekly email.

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This week on The Drop, we break down everything you need to know about The Memorial Tournament — from Jack Nicklaus’s Augusta-inspired design to the infamous “Gauntlet” stretch and why firm, fast greens at Muirfield separate contenders from pretenders.

Then we dive deep into the evolution of the modern putter. Blades vs mallets is old news — what’s the deal with zero torque technology? We explore the brands, the science, and whether it’s a game-changer or just a premium placebo.

Plus: this week’s Caffeine Corner gets personal — are you team Starbucks or Dunkin?

☕ Grab your coffee, tee it up, and let’s talk golf.
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