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#108: Hannah Green & coach Ritchie Smith
Jun 27, 2019
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Ladies and gentlemen... introducing Australian golf's newest major champion Hannah Green! Episode 108 of Inside The Ropes is one we always hoped we'd get to do, as we cover everything from a major-winning weekend from an Aussie. First, host Ali Whitaker, Martin Blake and Mike Clayton give their thoughts on the week that was at Hazeltine, before we welcome Hannah's long-time coach Ritchie Smith to the show. (14:25) Then, fresh off the plane, Hannah joins the show to discuss the incredible week in Minnesota and the few days since! (31:20)
#107: Women's PGA & US Open recap
Jun 20, 2019
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On Inside The Ropes this week it's officially major season! We wrap everything that went down at Pebble Beach including Gary Woodland's clutch win, the course setup, Adam Scott's brave effort, the newest member of the #BannisterFile and of course... Tiger. Then, Stacey Peters joins us on the phone from Team Australia's house this week at the 2019 KPMG PGA Championship in Minnesota to discuss the Aussies' chances (and who's currently asleep upstairs đ) (32:10). Hayesy caught up with Adam Scott after last week's US Open and we go around the world to cover all the Aussies in action â plus a new addition to the Austwick Club! (44:40).
#106: US Open, Fraser, Goddard & Goggin
Jun 11, 2019
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It's major week once again and we've shipped Hayesy over to the 2019 US Open at Pebble Beach. He caught up with Aussie Marcus Fraser on Monday and also chatted to Frase's super caddy for the week, former Saints and Bombers star Brendon Goddard (3:30). Then, we're joined by Tassie legend Mat Goggin to reminisce about the life of the great Peter Toogood and to hear about Mat's game at the moment (51:30). We finish up by wrapping Rhein Gibson's career-changing win on the Web.com Tour, Rory's unbelievable showing in Canada and all the action from around the world (1:10:45). Andy Maher is joined by Martin Blake and Matt Cutler.
#105: Brad Hughes & Drama in the US
Jun 04, 2019
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First up this week we dissect a dramatic weekend from overseas, highlights Jeongeun Lee6's outstanding major breakthrough and Adam Scott's sensational runner-up at Jack's Place (00:50). Then, we're joined by Aussie golf icon Brad Hughes to discuss his brilliant career on home soil and why he now finds himself in the States (36:00). We chat to Darren Weatherall about the upcoming Outback Queensland Masters and cover all the other bits and pieces from around the globe (1:16:45). Andy Maher calls the shots with Mark Hayes and Mike Clayton in support.
#104: Adam Scott & Hannah Green
May 29, 2019
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If you want to know what Adam Scottâs âgo-toâ karaoke song is, youâve come to the right place. The former Masters champ makes his ITR debut in episode 104 and is typically candid in discussing a range of matters from Tiger to Olympics and all things in between (29:10). We also join the ever-popular Hannah Green on the eve of the biggest event of her life, the US Womenâs Open in South Carolina (50:10). All this plus regular banter between co-hosts Mark Hayes, Andy Maher and Stacey Peters!
#103: Min Woo Lee & Post-PGA
May 21, 2019
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It only took us 103 episodes, but we can finally say we've been lucky enough to welcome future superstar Min Woo Lee to the show! (31:30) Join Andy Maher, Mark Hayes & Mike Clayton as we cover Brooks Koepka's barnstorming win at the US PGA Championship and everything else from Bethpage Black (01:00). We also chat to Wentworth Golf Club President Simon Atkinson after his club suffered a heart-breaking blow at the weekend. (50:45)
#102: Micha and your handicap
May 15, 2019
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On Episode 102, Australiaâs top amateur David Micheluzzi drops by the studio to speak of his 2019 plans and his experience on the Japanese Tour last week on the toughest course heâs ever played (2:16). GA rules guru Simon Magdulski talks through some tiny tweaks to the handicapping system to make it fairer for all (34:44) and we finally catch up with Reg Ballard, still churning out the rounds at age 100 (56:41). Mark Hayes and Andy Maher wrestle over hosting duties, while Martin Blake provides the calming influence.
#101: Minjee's near miss, #IntSeries and Tiger's medal
May 07, 2019
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On episode 101, we talk Minjee Leeâs pursuit of world number 1 (2:44), Hayesy joins us from Tasmania to discuss the Interstate Series (7:25), Tiger becomes the recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom (15:21), Gavin Kirkman jumps on the line to chat about the âPitch Inâ campaign (20:09) plus all the happenings from the global tours. Andy Maher and Martin Blake are in the host chairs.
#100: Minjee, Maverick and a milestone
May 01, 2019
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On this milestone 100th episode, we chat Minjee Lee skyrocketing to World No. 2 (5:38), Maverick Antcliffâs second consecutive victory in China (29:31), Tiger back on the prowl to become a Presidents Cup playing captain (41:17), Gabi Ruffels punching her US Womenâs Open ticket (43:19) plus a whole lot more! Andy Maher, Mark Hayes, Jo Charlton and Mike Clayton are in the host chairs. Episode 100 is proudly presented by Qatar Airways. Inside The Ropes listeners can enjoy an exclusive offer: Enjoy up to 10% off your next Qatar Airways flight plus receive an additional 10kg baggage which could come in handy for your golf clubs! Book via this LINK or head to www.qatarairways.com and use the promo code GOLFAU (conditions apply).
#99: The King of Japan
Apr 23, 2019
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On Episode 99, Brendan Jones joins co-hosts Mark Hayes and Ali Whitaker to discuss his 15th career victory on the Japanese tour (08:45). Then, ring-in Andy Maher rolls in as Stacey Peters and NSW young gun Steph Kyraciou call in from Japan to discuss this weekâs Womenâs Amateur Asia-Pacific (34:00). The gang chat about Maverick Antcliff's huge first win in China and all other results from the world of golf!
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