TGL is a project that attracted a lot of attention from fans, considering that we didn't have the opportunity to watch such a unique competition, which is completely different from everything so far. The former coach of Tiger Woods, Hank Haney, said in a media interview that he watched the first match between the Bay and New York teams, but he was not satisfied with the reaction of the commentators, who were too loud for his taste.
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Haney expects golfers to be more open, to communicate more, and to show the true sides of their personalities. The seasoned golf figure believes this is a great way to attract fans to follow this league.
"All the banter that everyone says is going to happen on made for TV golf never happens," -he wrote on X.
"Somehow they need the TGL players to show their personalities and for the announcers to be quiet, then it will be more fun to watch.
Just hitting golf shots isnt going to get it."
Woods's ex-coach is known for boldly sharing his opinions, without thinking too much about whether his words will cause reactions in the golf community. However, when it comes to praising someone, Hank is also willing to do that.
If we are to believe the viewership figures: As many as 3.2 million viewers watched the opening of TGL on ESPN. This causes optimism among TGL leaders, as it is clear that golf fans are clearly interested in the new story.
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Fans of this sport have different opinions about this league: Some feel that this league could be the beginning of a new chapter in the world of golf, while others are against innovation, protesting against this idea.
Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, one of the creators, have no doubt that TGL has great prospects.
The coming weeks could give answers to both of them, whether this league can be the beginning of something new.
