Capital One’s The Match brings fresh faces to television screens as two LPGA stars play in the tournament for the first time.
Rose Chan and Lexi Thompson joined Rory McIlroy and Max Homa in a 12-hole charity skins match at The Park in South Florida.
This 9th episode gave me a different impression from the moment it started airing. The pre-show moved quickly with witty banter from all of the broadcast personalities. DJ Khaled and Charles Barkley’s constant teasing of each other had most people laughing out loud.
Four players showed off their personalities and golf games. Some fans found things to be dissatisfied with, but for the most part, reaction Reaction to the match on social media was positive.
One of the best moments was when X user Worm Burner highly praised the event.
“What a breath of fresh air for the game of golf,” he wrote.
He’s not wrong either.
Lately, it seems like all golf news has taken on a serious tone, especially all news related to LIV golf and the sports world sector.
Thankfully, the four golfers they assembled blended together nicely.
Thompson’s personality blossomed from the jump. Trash talk and relax. Chan also threw in some interesting jabs. Homa’s quick wit makes him a good fit for events like The Match, and of course McIlroy knows how to deliver the right one-liner at the perfect time.
Of course fans should have noticed.
Rose Chan is talking shit to Laurie after that putt! Please see it! #game
— Bogey Party ⛄️ (@bogeyparty) February 27, 2024
This time, the balance of chatter between players and commentators has been improved, making the match even more enjoyable.#game
— Blind Guy Creations (@sonic_haze) February 27, 2024
Should the PGA Tour and LPGA team up for more entertaining events? Should we also hold a mixed event match play tournament?
From about the middle #game And so far it’s been incredible.
Max Homa was hilarious, Lexi Thompson’s delicate jab was great and Rory was great too.
But my favorite part? Rose Chan’s laughter, giggles, and quick wit.
I love seeing these personalities shine through.
— Jack Milko (@jack_milko) February 27, 2024
LPGA stars are able to play and raise money, allowing the world to see how they stack up against their male counterparts. It was also really fun to watch.
With all the tension in the sport, events like this are needed to keep golf fun and light.
Savannah Lee Richardson is a golf staff writer for SB Nation’s Playing Through.For more golf coverage, follow us @_PlayingThrough On all major social platforms. You can also follow her on Twitter @SportsGirls and Instagram @savannah_leigh_sports.
