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Atlanta Drive Golf Club Defends TGL Title in Thrilling Season opener
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The second season of the TGL launched Sunday with a nail-biting victory for the defending champions, Atlanta Drive Golf Club, over the New York Golf club in a 5-4 match that went down to the final hole.
The highly anticipated 2025-2026 TGL season began with a rematch of last year’s final, and Atlanta proved they remain a force to be reckoned with.the match showcased dramatic moments and clutch performances, setting the stage for an exciting season of tech-infused golf.
Gotterup Starts the Season with a bang
Chris Gotterup had the honor of hitting the first tee shot of the new season, stepping in for Atlanta due to injuries to justin Thomas, Lucas Glover, and Patrick Cantlay. He delivered a powerful drive of 295 yards, immediately injecting energy into the competition.
Early Setbacks on the Stinger Hole
The innovative TGL format presented early challenges for both teams on Hole 6, the “stinger hole.” Both Xander Schauffele of New York and Atlanta’s Billy Horschel unfortunately clipped the rock on their drives, resulting in a tied score for the hole.
Schauffele, Horschel both hit the rock in TGL season debut [Placeholder for YouTube video link]
Horschel’s Heartwarming Moment with a Young Fan
Beyond the competition, the TGL continued to demonstrate
