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Gary Williams opens with a Gordon Gekko line and a warning for the PGA Tour: greed may pay off now, but losing historic venues like Colonial Country Club will cost the game long term. On the Tour, the venue is the market. Gary also explains why Dustin Johnson, the honest one on the way out, will likely be welcomed back, probably in 2028 rather than 2027.

Doug Ghim joins from Austin, Texas, where he played his college golf. He went from 101st in the FedExCup in late July to 58th, now in line for Signature Series starts in 2027. He talks about controlling the controllables, why “consistency” is overrated, how he reads strokes gained, and what he learned from Scottie Scheffler and his Texas teammates.

Roberto Castro, now Vice President of the Omni Golf Collection, describes the stress of chasing your card in the fall compared with contending on a Sunday. He shares his early read on Jackson Koivun, Ben James and Blades Brown, explains his new role with Omni, looks ahead to PGA Frisco hosting a men’s major, and says what the fall schedule needs to be compelling.

Plus Dogs of the Week and a salute to the veterans of the Simpson Cup.

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CBS’s Johnson Wagner and Brendon de Jonge join Gary Williams in studio on 5 Clubs to break down a big week for golf’s young guns and look ahead to 2027.

The guys react to Ben James’ clutch eagle on the 72nd hole and his playoff win, and explain why a wedge game is often the last piece young players develop. They also discuss what makes Blades Brown, Jackson Koivun and Ben James special. Then they rank five Americans by how likely each is to make the 2027 U.S. Ryder Cup team in Ireland: Blades Brown, Ben James, Jackson Koivun, Michael Brennan and Chris Gotterup.

The conversation also covers:

- Which European newcomers could crack Luke Donald’s team

- Why both guests picked Jon Rahm to chip away at Scottie Scheffler

- Whether a Rory McIlroy Masters three-peat would top a Scheffler career Grand Slam at Pebble Beach

- Patrick Reed and Casey Jarvis heading to the PGA TOUR

- The best shots they saw in person in 2026

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Gary Williams is live on a Monday with the weekly winners, and 19-year-old Blades Brown headlines after outlasting Ben James in a playoff to win the World Wide Technology Championship. Gary breaks down why Brown’s 22 top-25s in 31 pro starts this year show he was built for this moment, and how that run compares to Tiger Woods’ first 32 starts on Tour.

Brendan Porath of Fried Egg Golf joins to discuss whether Brown, Ben James, Jackson Koivun, Chris Gotterup and Michael Brennan could reshape the U.S. Ryder Cup roster for Adare Manor. He also weighs in on Jon Rahm’s dominant win in Abu Dhabi, his sixth Rolex Series title, and what it signals for 2027, plus Bryson DeChambeau’s open letter after the wind-down of LIV Golf and why venues like Colonial still matter.

Also on today’s show: LPGA and DP World Tour winners, highlights from the opening match of WTGL featuring Michelle Wie West, Rose Zhang and Lin Grant, and a spotlight on 14-year-old Autumn Soulsby, whose event Autumn’s Eagles is raising money for the Children’s Home Society of North Carolina.

Tomorrow: Johnson Wagner and Brendan de Jonge of Wagyu Filet join Gary for the full show.

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Could Jon Rahm return to the PGA Tour in 2027? Who are the five most bankable players in golf? And does Team USA need a new generation of stars to win the Ryder Cup?

Gary Williams welcomes SiriusXM's Taylor Zarzour to 5 Clubs for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of professional golf.

Topics include:

- Jon Rahm's Future: Could Rahm return to the PGA Tour in 2027, or should he rebuild his path through the DP World Tour?

- Rory McIlroy's Sustained Greatness: Nearly two decades among golf's elite and a historic 2027 season on the horizon.

- Five Most Bankable Players: Taylor makes some surprising selections, including Michael Brennan and Patrick Reed.

- 2027 Ryder Cup: Why Team USA might benefit from a wave of young players without past Ryder Cup scars.

- Jordan Spieth's Future: Why Spieth remains one of golf's most valuable stars despite his struggles.

- PGA Tour Changes: The future of the fall schedule, national opens, and the Tour's new competitive structure.

- World Golf Hall of Fame: Why Butch Harmon and Jim Nantz deserve induction.

Plus, Gary celebrates another edition of Dogs of the Week and looks at the battle for PGA Tour status.

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Gary Williams hosts a special two-hour edition of 5 Clubs featuring seven-time Cy Young Award winner Roger Clemens, The Athletic's Gabby Herzig, LPGA star Linn Grant, Korn Ferry Tour No. 1 Ross Steelman, and Diamante founder Ken Jowdy.

From Jon Rahm's potential PGA TOUR return and the future of LIV Golf to major changes coming to the PGA TOUR in 2028, today's show covers the biggest stories shaping professional golf.

On today's show:

Gabby Herzig – LIV Golf, Jay Monahan & the PGA TOUR's Future

The Athletic's golf writer discusses which LIV Golf players have the most to gain or lose from returning to the PGA TOUR, Dustin Johnson's reported pursuit of severance payments, Patrick Reed's path back and Jon Rahm's future. She also previews Jay Monahan's upcoming Golf Channel interview, examines the PGA TOUR's new match-play finale and Last Chance Series, and reflects on her television reporting debut in Bermuda.

Roger Clemens & Ken Jowdy – Baseball, Golf & Tiger Woods

The seven-time Cy Young Award winner shares his passion for golf, lessons learned from PGA TOUR professionals, his competitive rounds at Diamante, and his thoughts on modern baseball. Jowdy discusses hosting the World Wide Technology Championship, working with Tiger Woods, and the future of PGA TOUR golf in Cabo.

Linn Grant – WTGL, Lydia Ko & the Solheim Cup

The LPGA star previews WTGL's debut with New York Golf Club, discusses teaming up with Lydia Ko, reflects on competing alongside Maja Stark at the Solheim Cup, and looks ahead to defending her title at The ANNIKA.

Ross Steelman – From 105th to No. 1

The Korn Ferry Tour's top-ranked graduate explains the mental transformation that turned his season around, why he believes momentum doesn't exist in golf, and how he earned his PGA TOUR card.

Plus, Gary Williams discusses:

• Jon Rahm's comments about returning to the PGA TOUR
• Sergio Garcia, Patrick Reed, and the changing landscape of LIV Golf
• Andrew Novak's victory and its implications for the 2028 Championship Series
• Rory McIlroy, Patrick Reed, and Eugenio Chacarra at the DP World Tour's Abu Dhabi event
• The future of PGA TOUR exemptions, relegation, and the fall schedule

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Gary Williams is joined by Ron Green Jr. of Global Golf Post and Sean Zak of GOLF.com to break down the biggest stories in golf, from LIV Golf's bankruptcy and Bryson DeChambeau's future to Jon Rahm's next chapter and the road to the 2027 Ryder Cup.

On today's 5 Clubs:

- Andrew Novak's dominant Mexico Open victory and what it means for his PGA TOUR future.

- LIV Golf's bankruptcy, Bryson DeChambeau's next move, and the uncertainty surrounding the league.

- Jon Rahm's return to the global golf spotlight and his potential for another major championship.

- Patrick Reed's PGA TOUR comeback and possible Ryder Cup implications.

- Rising stars Michael Brennan, Chris Gotterup, Jackson Koivun, and Cameron Young heading into 2027.

- Potential new Masters exemptions and Augusta National's expanding global reach.

- Tiger Woods' future at THE PLAYERS Championship.

- A first look at Pinehurst No. 11 and the future PGA TOUR schedule.

- The newly announced Golf Channel Games rosters featuring Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler.

Gary also closes the show with a personal tribute to legendary Seminole Golf Club professional Jerry Pittman, reflecting on his lasting influence on the game and those who worked alongside him.

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Austin Smotherman is on a roll! After winning the Bank of Utah Championship and Butterfield Bermuda Championship in consecutive starts, the two-time PGA TOUR winner joins Gary Williams to discuss his remarkable run, the wild conditions in Bermuda and what these victories mean for his future.

Sports Business Journal's Josh Carpenter also joins the show to break down the business of professional golf and the PGA TOUR's major changes coming in 2028.

On Today's 5 Clubs:

Austin Smotherman: Back-to-back PGA TOUR victories, surviving extreme winds during the Bermuda playoff, lessons from his professional journey and the security that comes with winning.

Josh Carpenter: PGA TOUR sponsorship deals reaching $30 million annually, the future of the Championship and Challenger Series, FedEx's uncertain future and the potential for new Tour Championship venues.

DP World Tour & LIV Golf: Could former LIV players help strengthen the DP World Tour? Plus, the financial challenges facing international professional golf.

TGL: Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka and expectations heading into the league's third season.

Mexico Open Preview: The FedExCup top-100 bubble, players fighting for 2027 status and the next generation challenging established PGA TOUR stars.

Golf Dogs of the Week: Meet Ripley, Gunter, Smidge and Harvey!

Gary also shares his thoughts on the highly anticipated Pinehurst No. 11 and the growing collection of new golf destinations.

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Cameron Young joins Gary Williams on 5 Clubs to discuss his standout 2026 season, his memorable Ryder Cup experience at Bethpage Black, and his partnership with Justin Thomas to create a Ryder Cup-style junior golf competition with Geoff Lofstead benefiting the South Florida PGA Foundation.

Young reflects on his success at THE PLAYERS Championship, his chemistry with Chris Gotterup in team competition, the influence of his father on his career, and what makes Scottie Scheffler's approach to the game so impressive. He also shares advice for Korn Ferry Tour graduates preparing to compete against the world's best.

Later, Sandy Scott joins the show following a remarkable season that included two Korn Ferry Tour victories and a second-place finish in the points standings. Scott discusses overcoming a career-threatening wrist injury, handling pressure in contention, his time alongside Ludvig Åberg at Texas Tech, and his journey to the PGA TOUR.

Plus, Gary examines the challenges and financial opportunities facing Korn Ferry Tour graduates under the PGA TOUR's upcoming Championship Series format, highlights the East Lake Cup, and explores the incredible courses available through the AJGA Foundation's online auction.

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Austin Smotherman wins the Butterfield Bermuda Championship in a Monday playoff, and Golf Channel's Ryan Lavner joins Gary Williams on 5 Clubs to break down the finish and some of the biggest stories shaping professional golf.

Lavner shares his thoughts on LIV Golf's uncertain future, the DP World Tour's opportunity to capitalize on a changing golf landscape, and whether World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler has an obligation to play more events around the world.

Plus, who has the best chance of making the 2027 U.S. Ryder Cup team? Lavner ranks Patrick Reed, Jordan Spieth, Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, and Keegan Bradley.

Also on today's show:

- Austin Smotherman's dramatic playoff victory over Seamus Power in Bermuda.

- The PGA Tour's decision to shorten the event to 54 holes.

- LIV Golf's bankruptcy proceedings, executive bonuses, and player departures.

- Why 2027 could be a huge year for the DP World Tour.

- The future of the PGA Tour's fall schedule and proposed last-chance qualifying series.

- FedExCup Fall standings and the battle to secure playing privileges for 2027.

- Weekly winners from the PGA Tour, LPGA, PGA Tour Champions, and DP World Tour.

- A preview of Tuesday's show featuring Cameron Young and Sandy Scott.

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Game Chasers Week wraps up on 5 Clubs as Gary Williams welcomes Hally Leadbetter and Golf Digest senior writer Joel Beall for conversations about storytelling, creativity, golf's history, and the people who make the game special.

Hally Leadbetter joins Gary to discuss growing up as the daughter of legendary instructor David Leadbetter, transitioning from competitive golf into media, and building a career through comedy and creative storytelling. She shares the inspiration behind Better Co., her experiences covering the Masters, the growth of women's golf, and her recent 100-hole challenge at Pebble Beach benefiting Youth on Course.

Joel Beall of Golf Digest reflects on the power of sports journalism, his deeply personal reporting on Grayson Murray, and his book Playing Dirty, which examines professional golf's turbulent era and the enduring soul of the game. He also discusses Scottie Scheffler's historic dominance, his personal autism diagnosis, and an unforgettable round at Augusta National.

Plus, Gary breaks down TGL's newest additions, shares some of his favorite books documenting golf's rich history, and closes out the week with another edition of Dogs of the Week.

In today's show:

- TGL adds 12 new faces and looks toward golf's next generation

- Gary's favorite golf history books and legendary storytellers

- Hally Leadbetter on comedy, creativity, women's golf, and the Masters

- Joel Beall on Grayson Murray, LIV Golf, Scottie Scheffler, and Augusta National

- Dogs of the Week

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