Jeff Ritter

Jeff Ritter joined Golf.com in 2010 after working as a producer for SI.com. He has written and blogged on the rise of K.J. Choi, the influence of Buddhism on Tiger Woods and numerous golf-travel destinations. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a bachelor's degree in sports management and later earned a master's degree from Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism.

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Even after opening the U.S. Open with a five-over 75 on Thursday, Brooks Koepka rallied and defended his title on Sunday at Erin Hills.

Tour & News

Back to back! Brooks Koepka outlasts Tommy Fleetwood to win 118th U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills

by Jeff Ritter Sunday June 17th, 2018

Brooks Koepka played a fearless final round and won the U.S. Open on Sunday at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club. The 28-year-old edged Tommy Fleetwood to defend his title and claim his second major.

Tour & News

After epic Saturday rallies, Daniel Berger and Tony Finau could make history at the U.S. Open

by Jeff Ritter Saturday June 16th, 2018

After epic Saturday rallies, Berger and Finau could match the largest 36-hole comeback ever at a U.S. Open. But be ready for anything in the final round.

Tiger Woods birdied the last two holes on Friday, but it wasn't enough.

Tour & News

Tiger Woods struggles again at Shinnecock Hills, but there's still a silver lining

by Jeff Ritter Friday June 15th, 2018

You can point to several areas where it went wrong for Tiger Woods at the U.S. Open. His putting stroke wasn't ready for Shinnecock's slick, slopey surfaces. Perhaps he should've hit more drivers and fewer stingers.

Extra Spin

'Can I get reimbursed?' Grizzly bear stops play on Montana course

by Jeff Ritter Friday June 8th, 2018

A grizzly bear made an unexpected visit to a golf course in Montana. No one was hurt (including the bear), and you'll enjoy how the golf course announced it.

Tour & News

Steph Curry has been playing golf (and playing well!) during the NBA Finals

by Jeff Ritter Friday June 8th, 2018

Steph Curry is have a pretty good run this week -- on and off the court. He's shot a pair of 71s while his Warriors have built a 3-0 lead on the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Tour & News

What it takes: Three past champions at Shinnecock remember their victories and predict this year's winner

by Jeff Ritter Thursday June 7th, 2018

The jigsaw puzzle of holes at Shinnecock Hills presents unusual challenges for Tour pros in he hunt for the Open. But three players alive today have solved it, and they remember how they pieced it all together to claim the title.

Golf Gold

Want to beat the traffic from New York to the U.S. Open at Shinnecock? Try a seaplane

by Jeff Ritter Friday June 1st, 2018

Traffic from New York City to Shinnecock is going to be a beast. For adventurous travelers, there's another option.

Extra Spin

WATCH: Bubba throws out first pitch, hits wedge (and joins the grounds crew?!) at Wrigley Field

by Jeff Ritter Wednesday May 23rd, 2018

Bubba Watson isn't playing the Tour event in Texas this week, so he found some time for some Bubba antics at Wrigley Field Tuesday night.

Tour & News

Gunman at Trump National Doral Golf Club shot, taken into custody early Friday morning

by Jeff Ritter Friday May 18th, 2018

The gunman was shot several times by police and hospitalized. He was reportedly yelling about President Donald Trump.

Golf Gold

Shaquille O'Neal's Isleworth mansion is up for sale and it's as 'Shaq-alicious' as you'd expect

by Jeff Ritter Thursday May 17th, 2018

He wasn't known for golf, but for many year Shaq lived in the exclusive gated golf community. But now he's moving out, and his pad can be yours for a cool $28 million.

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