Tiger Woods exited his event early because of illness, while Jordan Spieth signed an incorrect scorecard and got the boot. In this episode of the Golf Channel Podcast with Rex & Lav, the senior writers weigh in on both, as well as why this signature event didn't feel special.
00:00: INTRO: Lavner from Riviera Country Club
1:00: PATTY ICE MELTS: The winless streak continues for the 54-hole leader at the Genesis
3:40: HELLO, HIDEKI: Where did Matsuyama come from? Giving props to a remarkable round and a welcome return
4:48: SPEAKING OF RETURNS …: Will Zalatoris got love from Lav, just as Rex knew he would
7:05: IN AND TIGER’S OUT: A sick Woods exits the Genesis early, but Rex will not have anyone blaspheme In-N-Out Burger
10:20: ABOUT THAT SHANK …: Tiger’s most memorable shot of the tournament nearly hit Lavner in the head
14:34: NOTHING BURGER OR A SETBACK? What does this latest WD mean for Woods’ future
18:07: SPIETH DQ: Is it time to change the incorrect-scorecard rule?
24:25: MISSING THE JUICE? This was a signature event, but it lacked energy – as felt by Lav on site and Rex at home.
28:40: RORY ON POINT? McIlroy continued to espouse his thoughts on a global tour. Is this where we are headed?
34:15: A TIME AND A PLACE: Mackenzie Hughes had an in-depth walk-and-talk on Saturday, but was that the right time to ask serious questions?
37:52: THAT’S A WRAP: Time for Lav to write, eat and head home.