The Smylie Show

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme react to the PGA TOUR’s newly announced 2028 competitive structure, including the Championship Series, Challenger Series, promotion and relegation, minimum purse changes, no sponsor exemptions in top-tier events, and a revamped fall “last chance” series.
The guys break down what this means for players, sponsors, fans, Korn Ferry Tour graduates, DP World Tour pathways, and the future of the FedExCup Playoffs — including the possibility of a rotating, match-play Tour Championship at some of golf’s most iconic venues.
CHAPTERS
00:00:57 — PGA TOUR’s 2028 shakeup
00:02:23 — Smylie’s first reaction to Brian Rolapp’s plan
00:04:52 — Why the two-tier model makes sense
00:07:08 — What it means for players and purses
00:13:26 — Can stars still play hometown events?
00:15:17 — Midseason promotion and smaller fields
00:18:18 — Why schedule clarity matters
00:24:19 — Is this better for mid-tier PGA TOUR players?
00:28:36 — No sponsor exemptions in Championship Series
00:31:39 — “Last chance” fall series explained
00:38:40 — Match play and the future playoffs
00:42:58 — Pine Valley, Cypress Point, Seminole rumors
00:49:23 — Could elite private clubs actually host?
00:53:18 — Why match play can work anywhere
00:55:36 — Why 2027 suddenly matters more
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Wright Thompson joins The Smylie Show to discuss his new ESPN series Where It Lies, including Episode 3 featuring Augusta's beloved municipal golf course, The Patch.
Wright shares stories from Augusta, St. Andrews, municipal golf around America, and why golf courses create communities unlike any other place. The conversation explores the soul of the game, the importance of public golf, junior development, unforgettable golf characters, and why golf remains stronger than all the forces trying to commercialize it.
Plus, Wright reflects on years covering The Open Championship, his favorite golf destinations, and the relationships that make golf special.
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00:00:18 Intro
00:01:30 Wright Thompson & ESPN's "Where It Lies"
00:03:30 The Patch & Augusta's Municipal Golf Revival
00:07:15 The Characters That Make Munis Special
00:11:10 Wright's Daughter Falls in Love with Golf
00:14:30 Legendary Clubhouse Meals & Open Championship Stories
00:16:45 Why Golf Communities Feel Different
00:20:00 The Difference Between Loving Golf & Selling Golf
00:22:45 Future Stars, Local Legends & Muni Lore
00:24:30 The Blue Foot Creative Process
00:27:30 Wright's Municipal Golf Mount Rushmore
00:31:05 Ole Miss vs LSU & SEC Football
00:34:00 Final Thoughts
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Wyndham Clark is a two-time U.S. Open champion.
Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme recap the final round from Shinnecock Hills, where Clark survived a chaotic Sunday, a charging Sam Burns, a final pairing with Scottie Scheffler, and a hostile New York crowd to claim his second major championship.
Smylie was inside the ropes with the final group all day and breaks down the shots that decided the championship: Scottie’s slow start, Wyndham’s short-game saves, the massive birdie at 16, Sam Burns’ near-misses on 17 and 18, and how Shinnecock Hills played across four demanding rounds.
The guys also debate the course setup, fan behavior toward Wyndham Clark, what this win means for his legacy, the leaderboard names who made a jump, and Rory McIlroy skipping the Travelers.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Welcome from Shinnecock
01:55 Smylie inside the final group
06:09 Scottie’s Sunday start
10:47 Wyndham’s early battle
13:18 The key moment at No. 5
19:00 Wyndham and Scottie at 10
20:40 Why No. 11 is elite
23:27 Sam Burns makes his charge
27:46 Wyndham’s huge break at 16
29:07 Did Shinnecock get the setup right?
36:03 Fan treatment of Wyndham Clark
50:01 Leaderboard quick hitters
57:11 Rory skips Travelers
01:03:40 Final thoughts from U.S. Open week
#golf #usopen #wyndhamclark #golfrecap #smylieshow

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are on-site at 18th green at Shinnecock Hills - with the historic clubhouse as a backdrop - to recap Round 3 of the U.S. Open, where Wyndham Clark built a commanding six-shot lead heading into Sunday.
The two break down Wyndham’s clutch putting, his massive eagle on 16, and how the wind and course setup shaped Moving Day at Shinnecock. Smylie and Charlie also discuss the blockbuster final group pairing alongside Scottie Scheffler, and what Scottie needs to do in order to mount a comeback and win a career Grand Slam.
Plus, TSS producer Jaxon Brown joins from behind the camera with boots-on-the-ground thoughts on Theegala/Burns group, spectator vibes, and the best shots he saw Saturday.
And stay tuned for our full recap tomorrow night from the 126th U.S. Open!
CHAPTERS
00:00 Welcome from 18 green at Shinnecock
02:19 Wyndham’s clutch putting clinic
04:36 The eagle shot that may define the tournament
06:24 Wind, firmness, and Shinnecock’s brutal setup
08:26 Sunday pressure: Wyndham vs. Scottie
11:34 Did Wyndham benefit from the draw?
12:55 Scottie’s Grand Slam chase, birthday & Father’s Day
14:16 Jaxon joins from behind the camera
15:15 Sahith Theegala and Sam Burns’ boring-good golf
16:14 On-site crowd vibes at Shinnecock
17:41 Wire-to-wire U.S. Open trivia
20:21 SK Fit Check: Keith Mitchell vs. Justin Thomas
21:31 Final predictions for Sunday
#golf #usopen #shinnecock #wyndhamclark #scottiescheffler #smylieshow #smyliekaufman

From the bleachers at the 16th green, Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme rehash the second day of play at Shinnecock Hills - with a leading score of 7-under halfway through the U.S. Open.
Was the setup too easy? Will it get harder this weekend? We read some differences of opinion on that topic from several players near the top of the leaderboard, plus Smylie's thoughts on the Saturday and Sunday setup.
Plus - we discuss Joaquin Niemann's two-shot penalty for throwing a sand wedge + missed cuts for Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau.
Check out our conversation with tournament leader Wyndham Clark on Monday: https://youtu.be/vkSIcRM1U0I
And stay tuned for weekend recaps at the 126th U.S. Open!
CHAPTERS:
0:00 Day 2 Complete at Shinnecock
1:01 T-Mobile Range Cast Trivia
2:22 Joaquin Niemann's Wild Penalty & Recovery
5:04 Will the USGA Firm Up Shinnecock?
7:35 Is This Playing More Like an Open Championship?
9:53 Matt Fitzpatrick's Ridiculous Short Game
11:14 Wyndham Clark Takes Command
14:18 Xander Schauffele Looming
15:33 Smylie's Inside-the-Ropes Scottie Story
17:58 The Great Hot Dog Debate
20:10 Rahm, Bryson & Major Missed Cuts
22:27 Weekend Predictions at Shinnecock
#USOPEN #Shinnecock #wyndhamclark #scottiescheffler #smylieshow #smyliekaufman