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John Middlekauff previews the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale by breaking down the biggest storylines heading into the final major of the golf season. John discusses why the unpredictable nature of links golf makes The Open so unique, whether Rory McIlroy or Scottie Scheffler can reclaim major championship glory, and why Tommy Fleetwood faces one of the biggest weeks of his career. John then shares his favorite bets for the tournament, including why he loves Matt Fitzpatrick, Chris Gotterup, and Viktor Hovland. Later, John explains why new PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp faces a difficult challenge growing the Tour after the majors, why he believes LIV Golf’s run is coming to an end, and wraps up with a GoLow Mailbag to answer your golf questions.

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John Middlekauff previews the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale by breaking down the biggest storylines heading into the final major of the golf season. John discusses why the unpredictable nature of links golf makes The Open so unique, whether Rory McIlroy or Scottie Scheffler can reclaim major championship glory, and why Tommy Fleetwood faces one of the biggest weeks of his career. John then shares his favorite bets for the tournament, including why he loves Matt Fitzpatrick, Chris Gotterup, and Viktor Hovland. Later, John explains why new PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp faces a difficult challenge growing the Tour after the majors, why he believes LIV Golf&rsquo;s run is coming to an end, and wraps up with a GoLow Mailbag to answer your golf questions.
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The Open Championship 2026 predictions & best bets: Fitzpatrick to WIN? LIV Golf is DONE

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What to be expected at the US Open

Can we see Scottie vs. Rory?

John Rahm

Tommy Fleetwood

Who is going to win?

Mailbag

On this episode of Go Low, John previews one of golf’s biggest weekends as the U.S. Open takes center stage. He breaks down key storylines, and which players are best positioned to contend for one of the toughest tests in golf.

Could we finally get the Sunday showdown everyone wants—Scottie Scheffler vs. Rory McIlroy battling down the stretch for a major championship? John talks about what it would take for golf’s two biggest stars to meet in a must-watch final round and why that matchup would be massive for the sport.

Plus, it’s time to talk betting. he shares their top bets, favorite value plays, and sleepers to watch heading into the tournament. Whether you’re looking for outright winners, top-10 picks, or longshot value, John has you covered.

To wrap things up, it’s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with listener questions covering everything from major championship pressure to the current state of professional golf.

From major storylines and betting insight to fan questions, it’s all covered on this episode of Go Low.

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On this episode of Go Low, John previews one of golf&rsquo;s biggest weekends as the U.S. Open takes center stage. He breaks down key storylines, and which players are best positioned to contend for one of the toughest tests in golf.
Could we finally get the Sunday showdown everyone wants&mdash;Scottie Scheffler vs. Rory McIlroy battling down the stretch for a major championship? John talks about what it would take for golf&rsquo;s two biggest stars to meet in a must-watch final round and why that matchup would be massive for the sport.
Plus, it&rsquo;s time to talk betting. he shares their top bets, favorite value plays, and sleepers to watch heading into the tournament. Whether you&rsquo;re looking for outright winners, top-10 picks, or longshot value, John has you covered.
To wrap things up, it&rsquo;s the Middlekauff Mailbag, with listener questions covering everything from major championship pressure to the current state of professional golf.
From major storylines and betting insight to fan questions, it&rsquo;s all covered on this episode of Go Low.
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U.S. Open Preview, Scottie vs. Rory Showdown?, Best Bets & Mailbag

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Biggest storylines for this weekend

Scottie Scheffler & Rory McIlroy

PGA Championship Winner Pick

Bryson DeChambeau & Jon Rahm

PGA Pairings

John Middlekauff previews the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink and dives into his favorite bets heading into major championship weekend. John breaks down why Cameron Young is his pick to win the PGA Championship, and what a potential Scottie vs Rory Sunday showdown could mean for golf. John also discusses the pressure surrounding Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm after disappointing Masters performances and the ongoing LIV Golf uncertainty hanging over both stars heading into the second major of the year. John reacts to the PGA Championship pairings, gives his favorite best bets for the weekend, and answers mailbag questions about the best PGA Tour courses to watch on TV, driver struggles for amateur golfers, Jon Rahm’s future, and the PGA Tour leaving Hawaii.

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John Middlekauff previews the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink and dives into his favorite bets heading into major championship weekend. John breaks down why Cameron Young is his pick to win the PGA Championship, and what a potential Scottie vs Rory Sunday showdown could mean for golf. John also discusses the pressure surrounding Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm after disappointing Masters performances and the ongoing LIV Golf uncertainty hanging over both stars heading into the second major of the year. John reacts to the PGA Championship pairings, gives his favorite best bets for the weekend, and answers mailbag questions about the best PGA Tour courses to watch on TV, driver struggles for amateur golfers, Jon Rahm&rsquo;s future, and the PGA Tour leaving Hawaii.
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PGA Championship 2026 Predictions & Best Bets: Cameron Young to WIN, Scottie vs Rory

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LIV Goolf

Zurich recap

Miami Championship Best Bets

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John Middlekauff tees off by reacting to the news reports that LIV Golf may be shut down by the end of the year and what is next for the startup league. John then recaps the Zurich Classic, in which Matt Fitzpatrick and his brother, Alex Fitzpatrick, won in riveting fashion plus secured Alex a spot on the PGA Tour. John then dives into his best bets for the Cadillac Championship in Miami, Florida. John wraps up with the GoLow Mailbag where he answers all of your golf questions.

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John Middlekauff tees off by reacting to the news reports that LIV Golf may be shut down by the end of the year and what is next for the startup league. John then recaps the Zurich Classic, in which Matt Fitzpatrick and his brother, Alex Fitzpatrick, won in riveting fashion plus secured Alex a spot on the PGA Tour. John then dives into his best bets for the Cadillac Championship in Miami, Florida. John wraps up with the GoLow Mailbag where he answers all of your golf questions.
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Cadillac Championship Predictions: Scottie Scheffler, Cameron Young + LIV Golf in trouble?

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John Middlekauff reacts to the 2026 Masters Tournament final round. John will react to the biggest swings of the weekend, breaking news around the sport of professional golf, and much more!

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John Middlekauff reacts to the 2026 Masters Tournament final round. John will react to the biggest swings of the weekend, breaking news around the sport of professional golf, and much more!
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2026 Masters Reaction: Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Justin Rose, Cameron Young

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The Masters

John Middlekauff tees off this week's episode by previewing the 2026 Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia. John predicts how last year winner, Rory McIlroy will deal with the experience of hosting this years' Masters Tournament and if it will have any affect on his performance over the weekend. John then dives into his best bets for the Masters Tournament, and explains why he believes Bryson DeChambeau will walk away on Sunday with a green jacket. John also discusses bets on Ludvig Aberg, Robert MacIntyre, Brooks Koepka, Jordan Spieth, and Adam Scott. John wraps up with a GoLow Mailbag to answer all of your golf questions. #Volume

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John Middlekauff tees off this week's episode by previewing the 2026 Masters Tournament in Augusta, Georgia. John predicts how last year winner, Rory McIlroy will deal with the experience of hosting this years' Masters Tournament and if it will have any affect on his performance over the weekend. John then dives into his best bets for the Masters Tournament, and explains why he believes Bryson DeChambeau will walk away on Sunday with a green jacket. John also discusses bets on Ludvig Aberg, Robert MacIntyre, Brooks Koepka, Jordan Spieth, and Adam Scott. John wraps up with a GoLow Mailbag to answer all of your golf questions. #Volume
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Masters 2026 Predictions: Bryson DeChambeau will WIN, Aberg, MacIntyre to place Top 10

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Scottie Scheffler update

Tiger Woods is back

Scottie Scheffler’s late withdrawal shakes up the field in Houston, opening the door for new betting value ahead of the weekend. John break down the top contenders to target, sleepers worth a look, and how the odds board is shifting without the world No. 1. Plus, an early look ahead to The Masters with picks, favorites, and potential storylines at Augusta. To wrap it up, Tiger Woods returns to TGL—what it means for the league, the buzz around his comeback, and how it impacts the future of golf’s newest format. 

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Scottie Scheffler&rsquo;s late withdrawal shakes up the field in Houston, opening the door for new betting value ahead of the weekend. John break down the top contenders to target, sleepers worth a look, and how the odds board is shifting without the world No. 1. Plus, an early look ahead to The Masters with picks, favorites, and potential storylines at Augusta. To wrap it up, Tiger Woods returns to TGL&mdash;what it means for the league, the buzz around his comeback, and how it impacts the future of golf&rsquo;s newest format.&nbsp;
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Scottie withdraws, Masters Best Bets, Tigers BACK

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Cam Young wins the Players

Zander looked great

John Middlekauff reacts to the Players Championship final round. John will react to the biggest swings of the weekend, breaking news around professional golf, and much more! John wraps up with a Middlekauff Mailbag to answer all of your golf questions.

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John Middlekauff reacts to the Players Championship final round. John will react to the biggest swings of the weekend, breaking news around professional golf, and much more!&nbsp;John wraps up with a Middlekauff Mailbag to answer all of your golf questions.
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Cameron Young WINS The Players Championship over Matt Fitzpatrick

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Gametime

John Middlekauff tees off today's episode previewing the Players Championship and discussing defending champion Rory McIllroy's lingering back injury that forced him to withdraw early at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. John then dives into his best bets for the Players and explains why he likes golfers like Cameron Young, Collin Morikawa, Sahith Theegala, and Brooks Koepka to do well this weekend. John then reacts to PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp's plans to improve the tour. Next, John reacts to the news surrounding Gary Woodland's battle with PTSD after having major surgery. John wraps up with a Middlekauff Mailbag to answer all of your golf questions.

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John Middlekauff tees off today's episode previewing the Players Championship and discussing defending champion Rory McIllroy's lingering back injury that forced him to withdraw early at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. John then dives into his best bets for the Players and explains why he likes golfers like Cameron Young, Collin Morikawa, Sahith Theegala, and Brooks Koepka to do well this weekend. John then reacts to PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp's plans to improve the tour. Next, John reacts to the news surrounding Gary Woodland's battle with PTSD after having major surgery. John wraps up with a Middlekauff Mailbag to answer all of your golf questions.
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Players Championship Predictions, Rory McIlroy back injury, Scottie Scheffler slumping?

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John Middlekauff tees off today's episode previewing the upcoming Arnold Palmer Invitational on the PGA Tour and dives into his best bets for the weekend. John then reacts to the Cognizant Classic finish with Shane Lowery having an all-time implosion on Sunday afternoon. John wraps up discussing potential changes that PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp can make to the PGA Tour schedule to take advantage of the lull in sports post Super Bowl.

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John Middlekauff tees off today's episode previewing the upcoming Arnold Palmer Invitational on the PGA Tour and dives into his best bets for the weekend. John then reacts to the Cognizant Classic finish with Shane Lowery having an all-time implosion on Sunday afternoon. John wraps up discussing potential changes that PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp can make to the PGA Tour schedule to take advantage of the lull in sports post Super Bowl.
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Arnold Palmer Invitational Predictions: Scottie Scheffler, Collin Morikawa

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Go Low isn’t your grandpa’s golf pod. Former NFL scout turned golf junkie John Middlekauff gives you his blunt, no-holds-barred takes on the latest PGA Tour news and LIV drama.

Go Low&nbsp;isn&rsquo;t your grandpa&rsquo;s golf pod. Former NFL scout turned golf junkie John Middlekauff gives you his blunt, no-holds-barred takes on the latest PGA Tour news and LIV drama.

Go Low with John Middlekauff

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