The Golf Preview Podcast hosted by Will Docter offers in-depth coverage and analysis of the latest President’s Cup matches. This summary delves into the USA team’s dominant performance on day one, along with predictions and betting insights for day two.

Introduction (0:15 - 0:28)

Will Docter opens the podcast by welcoming listeners and sets the tone for the episode with a promise of sharp picks for the latest PGA Tour event. His energy and excitement for the President’s Cup are evident as he expresses confidence in the USA team’s performance.

Day One Recap and Analysis (0:36 - 14:40)

The podcast dives into the USA’s dominant showing during day one of the President’s Cup. The USA team swept all five four-ball matches, marking their first four-ball session sweep since 1994 at Royal Montreal. Here’s a match-by-match breakdown:

1. Match 1: Xander Schauffele and Tony Finau vs. Jason Day and Byung-Hun Ahn

   • Outcome: Schauffele and Finau win.
   • Key Moments: Despite losing their lead at the midpoint, Schauffele and Finau staged a brilliant comeback to secure victory. Docter highlights that they were favored at -180 and commends their resilience in pulling through despite a shaky start.

2. Match 2: Collin Morikawa and Sahith Tagala vs. Adam Scott and Min Woo Lee

   • Outcome: Morikawa and Tagala win by one stroke.
   • Key Moments: Morikawa played a pivotal role in carrying the team, contributing most of the birdies until Tagala sealed the match with a crucial birdie on the 18th. Docter emphasizes that Morikawa and Tagala were -135 favorites and expresses admiration for Tagala’s ability to come through in the clutch, particularly on the final hole.

3. Match 3: Scottie Scheffler and Russell Henley vs. Sungjae Im and Tom Kim

   • Outcome: Scheffler and Henley win.
   • Key Moments: Sungjae Im’s lack of birdies was a major setback for the international team, while Tom Kim carried most of the load for his side. Scheffler and Henley’s steady performance, coupled with Im’s struggles, allowed them to close out the match by the 16th hole. Docter praises the pairing of Scheffler and Henley, pointing out their solid play as -142 favorites.

4. Match 4: Wyndham Clark and Keegan Bradley vs. Taylor Pendrith and Christiaan Bezuidenhout

   • Outcome: Clark and Bradley win by one stroke.
   • Key Moments: Docter is critical of Bezuidenhout’s poor performance on the greens, which he believes was the key factor in the international team’s defeat. Clark’s strong start and Bradley’s finishing birdie on the 18th hole sealed the win for the USA team, who were favored at -112.

5. Match 5: Patrick Cantlay and Sam Burns vs. Hideki Matsuyama and Corey Conners

   • Outcome: Cantlay and Burns win by two strokes.
   • Key Moments: Cantlay’s dominance in team play shone through, while Burns contributed key birdies. Matsuyama and Conners struggled to sink putts, which ultimately cost them the match. Docter highlights Cantlay’s incredible form, making them a great bet at -110.

Day Two Match Preview (14:40 - 32:45)

Will Docter moves into a detailed preview of Friday’s alternate shot matches. He analyzes each pairing and offers betting advice based on their day one performances and historical data.

1. Match 6: Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele vs. Hideki Matsuyama and Sungjae Im (14:45 - 17:45)

   • Prediction: Docter favors Cantlay and Schauffele, priced at -145. He is impressed with Cantlay’s flawless play and Schauffele’s clutch putting. He criticizes Mike Weir’s decision to pair Matsuyama with Sungjae Im, especially after Im’s lackluster performance in the previous match where he didn’t make a single birdie.

2. Match 7: Collin Morikawa and Sahith Tagala vs. Adam Scott and Taylor Pendrith (17:46 - 21:10)

   • Prediction: Morikawa and Tagala are priced at -140 and are favored to win, especially after their strong showing in match two. Docter believes their confidence is high after the big putt on 18 by Tagala. He acknowledges Pendrith’s seven birdies in match four but doubts Adam Scott’s ability to keep up.

3. Match 8: Max Homa and Brian Harman vs. Christiaan Bezuidenhout and Jason Day (21:11 - 24:50)

   • Prediction: Homa and Harman are -105 favorites, and Docter strongly criticizes Mike Weir’s decision to send Bezuidenhout back out after his disastrous putting performance on day one. Although Homa has had driver issues and Harman hasn’t been at his best, Docter believes the American duo will take advantage of Bezuidenhout’s struggles.

4. Match 9: Wyndham Clark and Tony Finau vs. Corey Conners and Mackenzie Hughes (24:51 - 29:15)

   • Prediction: Clark and Finau are priced at -115. Docter praises Clark’s near-flawless play on day one and Finau’s four crucial birdies, suggesting that the Americans are in better form. He questions Weir’s decision to send Conners and Hughes out so late, believing they should have been in earlier matches to leverage their momentum.

5. Match 10: Scottie Scheffler and Russell Henley vs. Si Woo Kim and Byung-Hun Ahn (29:16 - 32:45)

   • Prediction: Scheffler and Henley are heavy favorites at -195. Docter criticizes Weir for not pairing Si Woo Kim with Tom Kim, which he believes would have provided a stronger challenge for the American duo. He notes that Scheffler and Henley’s solid performance on day one makes them likely to win again.

Conclusion (32:45 - 34:00)

Will Docter concludes by expressing confidence in another USA sweep for day two. He encourages listeners to stay tuned for more insights and follow him on social media for exclusive content.

Player Statistics and Analysis

Throughout the podcast, Docter highlights key statistics and player performances:

• Xander Schauffele and Tony Finau: Displayed resilience in their comeback win, with Finau making crucial birdies.
• Collin Morikawa: Played four birdies and carried Tagala for most of their match, earning praise for his consistent play.
• Tom Kim: Despite his team’s loss, Kim was a bright spot for the international side, making key birdies and showing confidence against Scheffler.
• Wyndham Clark: Flawless from tee to green in match four, contributing four birdies.
• Patrick Cantlay: Dominated team play, with sharp iron shots and aggressive putting.

Team Insights

• The USA team displayed excellent consistency and birdie-making ability, securing a 5-0 lead after day one. Their depth and ability to handle pressure were crucial in their success.
• The International team struggled primarily with putting, especially in key moments. Mike Weir’s decisions regarding player pairings were criticized, particularly for not leveraging stronger players like Tom Kim in important matchups.