Michael McEwan
@mmcewangolf.bsky.social
Deputy Editor of bunkered • Host: The bunkered Podcast • Author: http://tinyurl.com/8fbbypej • 2023 PPA Scotland 'Writer of the Year' & 'Columnist of the Year'.
Don Rea has proven himself to be unfit for office and should immediately tender his resignation to the PGA of America.
If not, he should be sacked.
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If not, he should be sacked.
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McEwan: Don Rea’s verbal diarrhoea is unacceptable. He has to go. | bunkered.co.uk
PGA of America president Don Rea gave a car crash interview that exposed him as not fit to lead. He has to go, says Michael McEwan
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October 1, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Don Rea has proven himself to be unfit for office and should immediately tender his resignation to the PGA of America.
If not, he should be sacked.
For bunkered.co.uk
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If not, he should be sacked.
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Reposted by Michael McEwan
"What's the point?" 🤷🏼♂️
One European Tour stalwart appears to question Ryder Cup qualifying system after Luke Donald completes team for Bethpage.
Story 👇🏼
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One European Tour stalwart appears to question Ryder Cup qualifying system after Luke Donald completes team for Bethpage.
Story 👇🏼
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"What's the point?" - European Tour veteran hits out over Ryder Cup snubs | bunkered.co.uk
A European Tour stalwart has taken aim at the qualification system for the Ryder Cup after Luke Donald announced his six picks for Bethpage.
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September 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
"What's the point?" 🤷🏼♂️
One European Tour stalwart appears to question Ryder Cup qualifying system after Luke Donald completes team for Bethpage.
Story 👇🏼
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One European Tour stalwart appears to question Ryder Cup qualifying system after Luke Donald completes team for Bethpage.
Story 👇🏼
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Reposted by Michael McEwan
🗣️ Rory McIlroy has explained why he was "p****d off" at last month's PGA Championship.
(And why he didn't speak to the media)
Story 👇
(And why he didn't speak to the media)
Story 👇
Rory McIlroy breaks silence on PGA Championship controversy
Rory McIlroy has broken his silence following controversy at Quail Hollow last month, the site of the PGA Championship.
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June 4, 2025 at 3:58 PM
🗣️ Rory McIlroy has explained why he was "p****d off" at last month's PGA Championship.
(And why he didn't speak to the media)
Story 👇
(And why he didn't speak to the media)
Story 👇
It's been a while since there have been any ramblings, so here's some thoughts on Rory McIlroy.
Specifically, the fascinating, terrifying, tantalising prospect of 'next'.
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Specifically, the fascinating, terrifying, tantalising prospect of 'next'.
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McEwan: Rory McIlroy and the unknowable 'next' | bunkered.co.uk
What next for Rory McIlroy? That's what everybody's thinking. Not least Rory himself. Michael McEwan weighs in...
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June 4, 2025 at 8:26 PM
It's been a while since there have been any ramblings, so here's some thoughts on Rory McIlroy.
Specifically, the fascinating, terrifying, tantalising prospect of 'next'.
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
Specifically, the fascinating, terrifying, tantalising prospect of 'next'.
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
Reposted by Michael McEwan
On the day we were founded...
Nick Price was the world No.1, Ben Crenshaw was the most recent major champion, Tiger Woods was still an amateur, and Rory McIlroy was a six-year-old with a washing machine for a training aid.
John Major was the UK prime minister. Bill Clinton was in the Oval Office
Nick Price was the world No.1, Ben Crenshaw was the most recent major champion, Tiger Woods was still an amateur, and Rory McIlroy was a six-year-old with a washing machine for a training aid.
John Major was the UK prime minister. Bill Clinton was in the Oval Office
May 31, 2025 at 10:24 AM
On the day we were founded...
Nick Price was the world No.1, Ben Crenshaw was the most recent major champion, Tiger Woods was still an amateur, and Rory McIlroy was a six-year-old with a washing machine for a training aid.
John Major was the UK prime minister. Bill Clinton was in the Oval Office
Nick Price was the world No.1, Ben Crenshaw was the most recent major champion, Tiger Woods was still an amateur, and Rory McIlroy was a six-year-old with a washing machine for a training aid.
John Major was the UK prime minister. Bill Clinton was in the Oval Office
Reposted by Michael McEwan
What started as a "Scottish golf magazine" has evolved into a multi-platform golf media brand from Scotland, and is not just going strong, but is stronger than ever.
on.
We've flown blimps, dressed up as 'Marty Mag', hosted clubhouse fashion shows, and so much more.
on.
We've flown blimps, dressed up as 'Marty Mag', hosted clubhouse fashion shows, and so much more.
May 31, 2025 at 10:24 AM
What started as a "Scottish golf magazine" has evolved into a multi-platform golf media brand from Scotland, and is not just going strong, but is stronger than ever.
on.
We've flown blimps, dressed up as 'Marty Mag', hosted clubhouse fashion shows, and so much more.
on.
We've flown blimps, dressed up as 'Marty Mag', hosted clubhouse fashion shows, and so much more.
Reposted by Michael McEwan
Happy birthday to us! 🎂🎉🎊
On this day 30 years ago (May 31, 1995), Pro Sports Promotions Ltd was incorporated and work began on the first edition of bunkered.
That's right, we're older than Scottie Scheffler!
On this day 30 years ago (May 31, 1995), Pro Sports Promotions Ltd was incorporated and work began on the first edition of bunkered.
That's right, we're older than Scottie Scheffler!
May 31, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Happy birthday to us! 🎂🎉🎊
On this day 30 years ago (May 31, 1995), Pro Sports Promotions Ltd was incorporated and work began on the first edition of bunkered.
That's right, we're older than Scottie Scheffler!
On this day 30 years ago (May 31, 1995), Pro Sports Promotions Ltd was incorporated and work began on the first edition of bunkered.
That's right, we're older than Scottie Scheffler!
Reposted by Michael McEwan
Michael Block's comments after missing the PGA Championship cut didn't go down well...
Michael Block mocked by pros over PGA Championship comment
Michael Block was mocked by several pros for a couple of his comments after missing the cut at the PGA Championship.
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May 17, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Michael Block's comments after missing the PGA Championship cut didn't go down well...
Reposted by Michael McEwan
Tens of thousands of golf fans were left unable to watch large parts of the opening round of the PGA Championship following Sky TV outages... 🤬
Story 👇🏼
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Story 👇🏼
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Sky TV outage disrupts PGA Championship coverage | bunkered.co.uk
Tens of thousands of golf fans have been left unable to watch round one of the PGA Championship after Sky TV outages.
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May 15, 2025 at 10:45 PM
Tens of thousands of golf fans were left unable to watch large parts of the opening round of the PGA Championship following Sky TV outages... 🤬
Story 👇🏼
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Story 👇🏼
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Okay, let’s give this thing another go.
Anybody here?
Anybody here?
May 15, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Okay, let’s give this thing another go.
Anybody here?
Anybody here?
Is this thing still a thing? 🤷🏼♂️
March 31, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Is this thing still a thing? 🤷🏼♂️
Reposted by Michael McEwan
Without golf, there's a good chance there would be no James Bond.
Prepare to be shaken and stirred by their shared history.
(📝 Michael McEwan)
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Prepare to be shaken and stirred by their shared history.
(📝 Michael McEwan)
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The surprising role golf played in the creation of James Bond | bunkered.co.uk
Without golf, there's a good chance there would be no James Bond. Prepare to be shaken and stirred by their shared history.
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February 4, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Without golf, there's a good chance there would be no James Bond.
Prepare to be shaken and stirred by their shared history.
(📝 Michael McEwan)
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/go...
Prepare to be shaken and stirred by their shared history.
(📝 Michael McEwan)
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/go...
Reposted by Michael McEwan
"Let’s not pretend he’s as good as [LIV] pretend he is. They keep acting like he’s the next Rory McIlroy."
One of golf's most prominent voices is not buying the Joaquin Niemann hype... 👀
Story 👇🏼
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One of golf's most prominent voices is not buying the Joaquin Niemann hype... 👀
Story 👇🏼
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Commentator claims Joaquin Niemann “not as good as LIV say he is” | bunkered.co.uk
Joaquin Niemann is one of the hottest properties on the LIV Golf League - but it seems that not everybody is impressed...
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February 4, 2025 at 8:35 PM
"Let’s not pretend he’s as good as [LIV] pretend he is. They keep acting like he’s the next Rory McIlroy."
One of golf's most prominent voices is not buying the Joaquin Niemann hype... 👀
Story 👇🏼
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One of golf's most prominent voices is not buying the Joaquin Niemann hype... 👀
Story 👇🏼
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This week's ramblings...
On LIV outcast Eugenio Chacarra and why he won't find much sympathy over here.
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www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
On LIV outcast Eugenio Chacarra and why he won't find much sympathy over here.
For bunkered:
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
McEwan: Eugenio Chacarra and the world's smallest violin | bunkered.co.uk
Eugenio Chacarra wants your pity after being kicked to the kerb by LIV. Trouble is, he doesn't deserve it.
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January 14, 2025 at 7:52 PM
This week's ramblings...
On LIV outcast Eugenio Chacarra and why he won't find much sympathy over here.
For bunkered:
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
On LIV outcast Eugenio Chacarra and why he won't find much sympathy over here.
For bunkered:
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
"If nothing else, I'll go down in history as the answer to a quiz question."
As Titleist unveils the latest Pro V1, hear from the first-ever player to win with the ball that changed the game.
Read: www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/i-...
As Titleist unveils the latest Pro V1, hear from the first-ever player to win with the ball that changed the game.
Read: www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/i-...
January 13, 2025 at 9:05 PM
"If nothing else, I'll go down in history as the answer to a quiz question."
As Titleist unveils the latest Pro V1, hear from the first-ever player to win with the ball that changed the game.
Read: www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/i-...
As Titleist unveils the latest Pro V1, hear from the first-ever player to win with the ball that changed the game.
Read: www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/i-...
I really wanted to love TGL but the whole thing seemed like the kind of birthday party you could imagine Tiger throwing for himself.
Full review 👇🏼
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Full review 👇🏼
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McEwan: How would I describe TGL? Fun, but largely forgettable. | bunkered.co.uk
Michael McEwan stayed up late to watch the much-anticipated TGL make its debut. But did it live up to the hype?
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January 8, 2025 at 5:02 AM
I really wanted to love TGL but the whole thing seemed like the kind of birthday party you could imagine Tiger throwing for himself.
Full review 👇🏼
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
Full review 👇🏼
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
I appreciate this is horribly self-indulgent but with the clock running out on 2024, I wanted to share seven pieces that I'm particularly proud of from the last 12 months.
If they help you pass the time between now and 2025, so much the better!
🧵
If they help you pass the time between now and 2025, so much the better!
🧵
December 30, 2024 at 11:34 PM
I appreciate this is horribly self-indulgent but with the clock running out on 2024, I wanted to share seven pieces that I'm particularly proud of from the last 12 months.
If they help you pass the time between now and 2025, so much the better!
🧵
If they help you pass the time between now and 2025, so much the better!
🧵
Scottie Scheffler has had surgery and will miss the start of the new PGA Tour season after a freak Christmas Day accident. 👀
Story 👇🏼
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Story 👇🏼
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Scottie Scheffler has surgery after freak Christmas Day accident | bunkered.co.uk
World No.1 Scottie Scheffler is set to miss the start of the new PGA Tour season after requiring surgery following a freak festive incident.
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December 27, 2024 at 9:32 PM
Scottie Scheffler has had surgery and will miss the start of the new PGA Tour season after a freak Christmas Day accident. 👀
Story 👇🏼
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Story 👇🏼
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Devastated to learn that Scott Stewart passed away yesterday. He was a quite remarkable man who fought the cruellest of diseases with courage, vitality and vigour. Thoughts are with his family and friends at this desperately sad time.
His story: www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/sc...
His story: www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/sc...
'I'm three-down with three to play - but I'll take fight against MND down the 19th' | bunkered.co.uk
Scott Stewart's life was turned upside down when he was diagnosed with MND. But he's determined to fight it with everything he's got.
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December 23, 2024 at 7:57 PM
Devastated to learn that Scott Stewart passed away yesterday. He was a quite remarkable man who fought the cruellest of diseases with courage, vitality and vigour. Thoughts are with his family and friends at this desperately sad time.
His story: www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/sc...
His story: www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/sc...
O! say does that star-spangled Banner yet wave, O’er the Land of the free and the home of the brave?
The answer to that, it seems, will cost you.
From a month ago (and still as relevant today).
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The answer to that, it seems, will cost you.
From a month ago (and still as relevant today).
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
McEwan: Not even the Ryder Cup is safe from golf’s gluttonous peacocks | bunkered.co.uk
Players getting paid to play? Fans being charged more to attend? The Ryder Cup has fallen victim to golf's greedy epidemic.
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December 16, 2024 at 10:40 PM
O! say does that star-spangled Banner yet wave, O’er the Land of the free and the home of the brave?
The answer to that, it seems, will cost you.
From a month ago (and still as relevant today).
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
The answer to that, it seems, will cost you.
From a month ago (and still as relevant today).
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/mc...
"Daddy, we learned a new song at dancing."
"Oh really? What one?"
"Bikini Unwraps Today."
"Pardon?"
"Bikini Unwraps Today."
It was Bohemian Rhapsody.
"Oh really? What one?"
"Bikini Unwraps Today."
"Pardon?"
"Bikini Unwraps Today."
It was Bohemian Rhapsody.
December 11, 2024 at 7:41 PM
"Daddy, we learned a new song at dancing."
"Oh really? What one?"
"Bikini Unwraps Today."
"Pardon?"
"Bikini Unwraps Today."
It was Bohemian Rhapsody.
"Oh really? What one?"
"Bikini Unwraps Today."
"Pardon?"
"Bikini Unwraps Today."
It was Bohemian Rhapsody.
Forgive us if this sounds familiar, but...
TIGER WOODS IS BACK!
Story 👇🏼
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TIGER WOODS IS BACK!
Story 👇🏼
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Tiger Woods set to return from injury NEXT WEEK | bunkered.co.uk
Former world No.1 Tiger Woods will make his first competitive start since The Open at Royal Troon when he plays next week.
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December 10, 2024 at 6:16 PM
Forgive us if this sounds familiar, but...
TIGER WOODS IS BACK!
Story 👇🏼
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TIGER WOODS IS BACK!
Story 👇🏼
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With Caird Park in Dundee soon to close, I spent the morning visiting the remains of three golf courses all-but-abandoned by Glasgow City Council in recent years
What I found was grim, concerning and genuinely quite upsetting.
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What I found was grim, concerning and genuinely quite upsetting.
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Rotting in plain sight: A morning at Glasgow’s abandoned golf courses | bunkered.co.uk
With public golf seemingly in crisis, Michael McEwan visits three Glasgow courses that have been largely abandoned by the city council.
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December 9, 2024 at 6:48 PM
With Caird Park in Dundee soon to close, I spent the morning visiting the remains of three golf courses all-but-abandoned by Glasgow City Council in recent years
What I found was grim, concerning and genuinely quite upsetting.
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/gl...
What I found was grim, concerning and genuinely quite upsetting.
www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/gl...
New pics from colleagues at The Courier show how Camperdown golf course in Dundee looks now, almost five years after the city council abandoned it.
Dreadful, dreadful, dreadful.
Don't let Caird Park go the same way.
Please sign this petition: www.change.org/p/save-caird...
Dreadful, dreadful, dreadful.
Don't let Caird Park go the same way.
Please sign this petition: www.change.org/p/save-caird...
December 5, 2024 at 11:17 PM
New pics from colleagues at The Courier show how Camperdown golf course in Dundee looks now, almost five years after the city council abandoned it.
Dreadful, dreadful, dreadful.
Don't let Caird Park go the same way.
Please sign this petition: www.change.org/p/save-caird...
Dreadful, dreadful, dreadful.
Don't let Caird Park go the same way.
Please sign this petition: www.change.org/p/save-caird...