Should Tiger Woods Play in the Greenbrier Classic?

PGA: Tiger Woods needs as much professional tournament golf as possible to prepare himself for the Open Championship in two weeks. Our view is that yes, he should definitely play at the Greenbrier Classic this week as well as the Scottish Open next week.

There is simply too much at stake for him not to play in these tournaments regardless of what he has done in the past. Send us your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Justin Rose Wins the Quicken Loans National at Congressional

PGA: Justin Rose shot a -1 under par 70 in the final round to beat Patrick Reed and a filed of under par contenders at the Quicken Loans Nation championship outside Washington, D.C. With Tiger Woods and Jason Day failing to make the cut Rose was the highest ranked player remaining in the field.

With the win Justin Rose, along with Martin Kaymer, are likely picks to win the Open Championship in two weeks. Who are your picks? Send then to us here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Stacey Lewis Extends Her CME Tour Lead With Win at the Walmart Tournament

LPGA: With her win at the Walmart Championship Stacey Lewis cements her #1 world ranking, extends her CME Tour Championship lead and positions herself as the player to beat in the ladies British Open July 10-13, 2014 in Lancashire, England.

So what are Lewis' chances of successfully defending her British Open win in 2013? Send us your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Kevin Streelman Takes the Traveler's Championship Trophy

PGA: Kevin Streelman shot -6 under part in the fourth round of the Traveler's Championship to win by 2 strokes over Sergio Garcia and K.J. Choi.

Streelman now moves on to the Congressional tournament where Tiger Woods will begin his comeback. Is this a one-time win for Streelman or a sign of great things to come? Let us know your thoughts here are at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Michelle Wie Captures the LPGA US Open Title at Pinehurst

LPGA: The renovated Pinehurst #2 course has been tamed last week by Martin Kaymer and yesterday by Michelle Wie. She won with a -2 under par score two strokes ahead of ladies world #1 Stacey Lewis who finished at even par.

This win was Wie's first major championship and perhaps a sign of fulfilled expectations from the last several years playing against the men, striving for perfect form and graduating from Stanford. What is next for Wie? Send us your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Tiger Woods to Return to PGA Action at Next Week's Congressional Tournament

PGA: The much anticipated returned of Tiger Woods to the PGA tour is now less than one week away. Woods announced late this past week of his intent to play in the Congressional tournament likely with his sights set on competing in both the Open Championship and the PGA Championship.

While Woods has dropped from the #1 position in the world rankings the Pro Golf Tour projects that he will likely regain this hallowed position by this fall. Just how strong will Tiger be next week and how long will it take him to be "explosive" in his ball-striking? Send us your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Michelle Wie Takes a 2 Stroke Lead in the Ladies US Open

LPGA: Michelle Wie holds a 2 stroke lead in the early stage of round 3 of the ladies US Open at Pinehurst #2. Only 4 players are currently under par.

Stacey Lewis has dropped back 5 shots off the lead at +2 over par. Nonetheless, there is plenty of golf yet to be played in the third round. Who has the edge moving into the championship 4th round? Send us your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Michelle Wie Takes a 2 Stroke Lead over Stacey Lewis in the LPGA US Open

LPGA: Michelle Wie has moved into first place after completing her morning round 2 of the LPGA US Open. Stacey Lew is currently 2 strokes back as she begins her second round. Only Wie and Lewis are under par.

Which player has the edge moving into the weekend at Pinehurst #2? Send us your picks her at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Stacey Lewis Holds a 2 Stroke Lead in the LPGA US Open

LPGA: Stacey Lewis shot a -3 under par in the first round of the ladies' US Open at Pinehurst #2. Seven other players are currently at -1 under par.

Can Lewis, like Martin Kaymer, hold a "wire-to-wire" lead and win the second major tournament of the LPGA season? Well, a "wire-to-wire" win is unlikely, however, Lewis definitely has the game and mental prowess to win this year's US Open. Send us your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

LPGA US Open at Pinehurst #2 - Player Picks

LPGA: The LPGA's 2nd major championship of the year - the US Open - will be contested this week Pinehurst #2. What insights did the ladies gain from watching the men's US Open just last week and how will that affect the scoring?

Early favorites include Stacey Lewis, Inbee Park, Lydia Ko and Lexi Thompson. Send us your picks here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Martin Kaymer Wins the US Open With -10 Under Par Performance

PGA: Germany's Martin Kaymer won the 2014 US Open in a wire-to-wire performance at Pinehurst #2. Rickie Fowler and Eric Compton finished T2 at -2 under par eight strokes off the lead.

Kaymer now moves to #11 in the world golf rankings and ensures his spot on the European Ryder Cup team. With two of the year's four majors yet to be played where will Kaymer end 2014 in the world rankings. Our view is easily within the world's top 5 ranked players. Send us your predictions here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Martin Kaymer Jumps to an 8 Shot Lead at the US Open

PGA: Germany's Martin Kaymer has extended his US Open lead to 8 strokes over Dustin Johnson, Brendon De Jonge and Keegan Bradley ... each at -2 under par after completing Round 2.

Can Kaymer pull off another wire-to-wire win similar to his stellar performance at the Players Championship last month? Let us know your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Brooks Koepka Hold the Early US Open Early Lead at -3 Under Par

PGA: American Brooks Koepka currently holds the US Open round 1 lead at -3 under par. Graeme McDowell, Kevin Na and Jim Furyk finished their morning rounds at -2 under par. Phil Mickelson shot a respectable even par 70 in round 1.

Can the revitalized Pinehurst #2 be tamed? Let us know your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Will Pinehurst #2 Be Up to the Up to the US Open Test?

PGA-LPGA: Will the Coor and Crenshaw renovated Pinehurst #2 course be up to the test of back-to-back PGA and LPGA US Opens the next two weeks? The first two rounds of the men's US Open this week should be quite telling. One major question on the minds of the players is the distinction of sand bunkers and the rather raw and rustics wast areas. The USGA has decided to have one rules official walk with each group and be available in real-time to answer players' questions.

Let us know your thoughts on this critical matter here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Pinehurst Preview and Pick's

PGA: It is major week again and all eyes turn to the US Open at Pinehurst #2. So which players have an edge at Pinehurst? Will the winner comes the ranks of the usual suspects - Adam Scott, Hendrick Stenson, Rory McIlroy or Bubba Watson? Or perhaps a long-shot such a Jordan Spieth, Hunter Mahan or Lee Westwood?

Send your picks to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Ben Crane Wins the St. Jude Classic

PGA: Ben Crane shot -10 under par to win the St. Jude Classic in Memphis one stroke better than Troy Merritt's -9 under par. This win should give Crane much needed confidence moving into this week's US Open at Pinehurst #2 in North Carolina.

Meanwhile, Phil Mickelson finished with a respectable -6 under par and 2 over par in Round 4. Many questions remain about Phil's game and concentration as he arrives at Pinehurst. Do you believe Phil can seriously contend at Pinehusrt or is simply a sentimental favorite? Let us know your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour.

Ben Crane Leads the Rain-Delayed St. Jude Classic

PGA: Ben Crane stands at -12 under par, a 4 stroke lead over the field at the rain delayed St. Jude Classic. Phil Mickelson is at -5 under par after 2 rounds. Can Phil refine his game this week in order to perform at his best next week at the US Open? Let us know your thoughts at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Young Hee Park Leads the LPGA's Manulife Financial Classic by Three Strokes

LPGA: South Korea's Young Hee Park holds a 3 shot lead over a strong field in the lead-up to the LPGA US Open in two weeks at the Manulife Financial Classic.

If Inbee Park was to win this tournament and Stacey Lewis finishes outside the top 8 Park would re-gain her world #1 ranking. What is the probability that Park will move back to #1 by next week? Let us know your thoughts at the Pro Golf Tour.

Ben Crane Holds the Clubhouse Lead With -12 Under Par at the St. Jude Classic

PGA: Ben Crane holds the clubhouse lead at -12 under par at the rain-delayed second round of the St. Jude Classic. Sweden's Carl Pettersson and and Jason Bohn from the US are tied for second place.

Phil Mickelson is currently at -3 under par. Can Phil fix his game and re-gain the confidence he needs heading into next week's US Open at Pinehurst #2? Send your thoughts to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Scott Maintains World #1 Ranking Ahead of Stenson

World Golf Ranking: Adam Scott remains atop the June 2, 2014 Official World Golf Ranking extending his lead over Stenson, Watson and Woods. Moreover, we are beginning to see more point separation between the world's #1 and #10 ranked players (similar to the past).

Tiger Woods slipped to the #4 ranking while Jordan Spieth dropped to the #10 position. Just how long so you believe Scott can maintain his #1 ranking? And how will Tiger Woods' return later this season impact the rankings? Let us know your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Hideki Matsuyama Takes the Memorial Trophey at Jack's House

PGA: Japanese phenom Hideki Matsuyam, just 22 years old, won the Memorial Championship at Jack Nicklaus' Muirfield Village golf course in a playoff over Kevin Na. This was Matsuyama's first win on US soil after winning three times as a pro golfer in Japan.

Along with Kevin Na, both Bubba Watson and Adam Scott made valiant attempts but come up a few shots too many to challenge Matsuyama. So, what is next for Matsuyama? Surely, the US Open at Pinehurst. And while no one is predicting a US Open victory this year for 22 year old Matsuyama he surely moves into the upper tier of players in contention. Send us your predictions for Matsuyama's next victory here in the US here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Stacey Lewis Wins Shoprite LPGA Classic - Reclaims World #1 Ranking

LPGA: Stacey Lewis won the Shoprite LPGA Classic and reclaimed the ladies world #1 ranking over Inbee Park.

We are likely in for a season-long battle for the top spot in ladies golf with Stacey Lewis, Inbee Park and Lydia Ko all playing great golf. Just how long will Lewis keep her #1 world ranking? Let us know your thoughts at the pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson.

Bubba Watson Holds 3 Stroke Lead at the Memorial

PGA: Mid-way through round 2 at the Memorial Bubba Watson - currently ranked #5 in the world - holds a 3 stroke lead over a very strong field. Adam Scott shot -2 under par and currently sits at -5 under par after the second round. Rory McIlroy shot 78 and is at risk of missing the cut.

Can Watson hold the lead as the golfers with afternoon tee times begin their play today? And will McIlroy, fresh off a victory last week survive the cut? Let us know your thoughts at the Pro Golf Tour. lawrence Wilson

Stacey Lewis Can Claim the World's #1 Ranking With a Win at the Shoprite LPGA Classic

LPGA: With a star-studded field at this week's Shoprite LPGA Classic Stacey Lewis has yet another opportunity to re-capture the world's #1 ranking on the LPGA tour. A win would take Lewis' best effort. Nonetheless, she appears poised to move back up to the #1 ranking in the near future.

Will it be this weekend? Let us know your thoughts at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Bubba Watson and Chris Kirk Take the Early Lead at the Memorial

PGA: Bubba Watson and Chris Kirk posted -6 under par scores to take the early Round 1 lead at the Memorial Tournament. With good scoring conditions the after cadre of players could post even lower scores as Jack Nicklaus looks on.

Who will prevail in this high profile tune-up prior to the US Open at Pinehurst #2? Send your thoughts to us at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Memorial Tournament at Jack's House - Preview

PGA: The world's top golfers gather this week for the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village. Will the winner come from the ranks of the re-energized top 10 such as Adam Scott, Hendrik Stenson or Rory McIlroy or perhaps a second tier player like Keegan Bradley, Jason Dufner or Paul Casey?

Let us know your picks here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Jessica Korda Wins the LPGA Airbus Classic

LPGA: American Jessica Korda won the Airbus Classic win a score of -20 under par one stroke ahead of Sweden's Anna Nordqvist.

Both Michelle Wie and Lexi Thompson continued to play solid golf finishing in the top 10. Stacey Lewis' goal to reclaim the world's #1 ranking will have to wait at least another week. Her next victory could like put her back on top of the ladies' world rankings. Let us know your predictions here at the pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Colin Montgomerie Wins the Senior PGA Championship - First Win on US Soil

After some 20 years of PGA and now the Champions Tour Colin Montgomerie claimed his first win by capturing the Senior PGA Championship. The World Hall of Fame member and former Ryder Cup captain took home the much-deserved winner's trophy.

What is next for Monty? Hopefully more wins for this elder statement of pro golf. Sen your comments to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Scott Wins Colonial - Cements World #1 Ranking

PGA: Adam Scott defeated Jason Dufner in a playoff to win the Colonial tournament in Fort Worth, Texas affirming his claim to the world's #1 ranking. Tiger Woods fell to 3rd place in the world rankings as Hendrik Stenson moved up to #1.

Meanwhile Rory McIlroy's win at at the European Tours' BMW Championship vaulted him up to #6 in the world. What will the top 10 landscape look like when Tiger Woods returns? Let us know your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Brooks and Henry in Playoff at the European Tour's Madeira Island Open

European PGA: Daniel Brooks and Scott Henry are in a playoff at the weather-shortened Madeira Island Open in Portugal this week.

Who will take home the winner's trophy and ensure himself of a spot in the Open Championship? Send your picks to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Stroud and Streb are Co-Leaders Tied at -6 Under Par in the Colonial Invitational

PGA: Chris Stroud and Robert Streb are currently co-leaders of the Colonial Invitational in For Worth, Texas half way through Round 2. Stroub and Streb are tied at -6 under par with Dustin Johnson, Jordan Spieth and Jason Dufner within 2 strokes of the lead. World #1 ranked Adam Scott is at +1 over par.

Who will make it to the weekend and take home the winner's trophy. Let us know your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Stanford's Patrick Rogers Plans to Turn Pro

Stanford's Patrick Rogers plans to follow in Tiger Woods footsteps and turn pro following the NCAA Golf Tournament. Rogers is currently the #1 ranked amateur in the nation and the star of the Stanford University golf team. What will be Rogers first step into pro golf? Most likely a spot on the Web.com Tour combined with several sponsor exceptions on the PGA schedule. A 'good word' from Tiger Woods, former Stanford star, should help Rogers chart a smooth path to a PGA tour card in the near future.

Let us know where you believe Rogers will end up by the end of 2014 here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Brad Faxon Leads the Senior PGA Championship at -4 Under Par

Champions Tour: It is Major week again on the Champions Tour and Brad Faxon currently leads by 2 strokes at -4 under par.

Can Faxon hold his lead over a very strong filed which includes Berhard Langer, Jay Haas and Kenny Perry as the tournament heads to Round 2? Who is your pick to win? Send us your thoughts at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Calcavecchia Takes the Champions Tour Major Trophy at the Regions Tradition Tournament

Champions Tour: Mark Calcavecchia (-6 under par) held off Tom Lehman and Jay Haas (both at -5 under par) to take the first major tournament of the Champions Tour at the Regions Tradition.

Does this win give Calcavecchia the momentum needed to catch Schwab Cup point leader Bernhard Langer? Send us your picks here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Tiger Woods Return to Pro Golf is on a "Day to Day" Basis

PGA: In a morning press conference announcing his support for the Quicken Loans Nation PGA tournament next month Woods stated while he would like to play "today", in fact, his overall recovery from back surgery and ability to play at an elite level is "day to day." Woods continues to worked on his short game, yet is uncertain when he will be ready to test his full swing.

Just when Woods will be ready to compete again at an elite level remains to be seen. For the golf world sooner is better than latter. And will Woods be able to compete in this year's Ryder Cup? Let us know your thoughts at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

It's Official - Adam Scott is the World's #1 Ranked Men's Golfer

World Golf Rankings: Due to a little know mathematics formula and Tiger Woods still on the injured list Adam Scott ascended to the world's #1 golf ranking today ... without making a golf shot. Scott is now 0.14 points ahead of Woods. Moreover, the overall point separation between the world's #1 and #10 ranked players continues to decrease meaning almost any of the other nine golfers, including Woods, could climb to the #1 position with 1-2 wins.

How long will Scott maintain the #1 world ranking? Share your thoughts with the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

HP Byron Nelson Update - Kaymer Contends While Spieth Makes the Cut

PGA: Round 3 of the HP Byron Nelson Championship begins with the Players champion Martin Kaymer 2 strokes of the lead and Jordan Spieth barely making the cut to play the weekend. Kaymer appears to be riding the wave of momentum from last week's Players Championship as Spieth plays in from of his home town crowd seeking at least another top 10 finish ... and possibly a much awaited victor's trophy.

What will be the outcome of this PGA event? Let us know your thoughts here at the Pro Golf Tour. Larry Wilson

Stacey Lewis Could Reclaim the Ladies World #1 Ranking With a Win at Kingsmill

LPGA: A win in the Kingsmill Championship this weekend could put Stacey Lewis back atop the ladies world ranking supplanting Inbee Park. Lewis is off to a strong start to the 2014 season while Park is struggling to regain the world-class form we saw in 2013 ... including victories at 3 Majors.

Will Lewis move back atop the world ranking? Share your thoughts with the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Adam Scott to Obtain World #1 Ranking

World Ranking: Adam Scott will likely surmount Tiger Woods as the men's #1 ranked player in the world on May 19, 2014 due to the mathematical formula used by the World Golf Ranking organization. Even with Woods on the injured list and Scott not expected to play this week Scott - simply based upon his 'active' status, not his tournament 'performance' will ascend to the top of the World Golf Rankings.

For how long will Scott maintain the top spot? Thant will depend on when Tiger Woods returns to the PGA as well as the performance of Hedrik Stenson. Send your thoughts to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

TaylorMade SLDR Driver - Fact or Fiction?

Equipment: Seasoned golfers know that their golf scores are most affected by technique (50%), equipment (30%) and course management (20%). Nonetheless, equipment is unquestionably important. That being said, does the TaylorMade SLDR 460 or 430 truly provide more loft and greater distance? For me my trusty TaylorMade 3-Wood provides solid distance and good accuracy off the tee.

What is your club of choice off the tee - driver or 3-Wood? Share your thoughts with the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Champions Tour Moves to the Regions Tradition Tournament

Champions Tour: Will Berhard Langer maintain his edge atop the Champions Tour race for the Schwab Cup at this week's Regions Tradition tournament? The likes of Fred Couples, Colin Montgomerie and Jay Haas will surely have something to say about this. It will be an exciting tournament as the Champions Tour  moves into the peak of its season ... with at least a few players seeking invitations to next months US Open.

Who has the edge for the Regions Tradition? Share your thoughts with the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Asian PGA Tackles the ICTSI Philippine Open

Asian Tour: The Wack Wack Golf and Country Club hosts this week's  ICTSI Philippine Open in Manila. With the US Open a full four weeks away we will likely see several Asian stars back in Asia for this week's event. Although this event does not offer the multi-million purse of the HP Byron Nelson Tournament in the US it is a great opportunity for up and coming Asia players to hone their games, capture some world ranking points and possibly earn sponsor exemptions on the US PGA tour.

Who will capture the ICTSI crown? Let us know your picks at here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Open de Espana on Tap for the European Tour

European PGA: Following last week's Players Championship in the US expect to see several familiar European faces such as Sergio Garcia in the Open de Espana tournament at Girona, Spain this week. Garcia made a strong showing at the Players and just likely may take his full game back home to Spain.

Which European players do you favor in this week's tournament? Send your picks to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

LPGA Moves to the Kingsmill Championship - Player Picks

LPGA: Can Stacey Lewis maintain her recent momentum and contend for the trophy in Williamsburg, VA US this week? Or will we see a resurgence of Inbee Park the LPGA world's #1 ranked player who is yet to win in 2014? There are many unanswered questions, nonetheless, we will see some exceptional golf this week with a strong filed of players vying for the $1.3m USD purse.

Let us know your favorites by sending your thoughts to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Woods Retains World #1 Ranking - Garcia and Rose Advance

PGA-World Rankings: While still sidelined by his back injury Tiger Woods retained his world #1 rank another week largely due to the mediocre play of Adan Scott, Hedrik Stenson, Bubba Watson and Matt Kuchar at the Players Championship. Sergio Garcia moved up to #7 and Justin Rose moved up to #9. Despite his incredible play Jordan Spieth dropped to #8 in the world.

So how much longer can Tiger Woods retain his #1 ranking? Let us know your predictions here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Kaymer Takes the Players Trophy

PGA-The Players: Despite a weather-delayed final round Martin Kaymer shot a -1 under par to capture his first win a the Players Championship by one stroke over Jim Furyk. Kaymer made two incredible putts on 17 and 18 Sergio Garcia, Justin Rose and Jordan Spieth finished within 2 strokes of Kaymer.

As the former world's #1 ranked player this win places Kaymer in the discussion to possibly win another Major championship and eanr a potential spot on the 2014 European Ryder Cup team. So where does Kaymer go from here. Share your thoughts with the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Live From the Players: Kaymer and Spieth in Match Play?

PGA - They Players: Mid-way through the third round none of the top 10 contenders have yet to make a serious challenge to Martin Kaymer (-12 under) and Jordan Spieth (-11 under) leaving the last pair - currently on the second hole - in a temporary "match play" situation. Lee Westwood, Gary Woodland and Russell Henley are all at -8 under par.

There is still alot of golf to be played today ... and tomorrow. Who will challenge the leaders? Or will the leaders extend their margin over the field and remain in match play in the final round? Time will tell. For now, share your thoughts with the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Kaymer Leads the Players By Three Strokes

PGA - The Players: With round 2 nearing completion Martin Kaymer is in the clubhouse with a 3 stroke lead over Jordan Spieth followed by Geoff Ogilvy, Gary Woodland and Russell Henley. Thirty-six hole s remain and it is truly anyone's tournament to win. Nonetheless, Kaymer's consistent play the first two rounds is impressive.

Some 15 players are -5 under par or better chasing Kaymer, a former PGA Championship major winner who briefly held the world's #1 ranking in 2011. Who will catch Kaymer? Send your thoughts to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

World's #1 Ranking Up For Grabs at The Players

PGA - The Players: Adam Scott, Hedrik Stenson, Bubba Watson and Matt Kuchar have the opportunity to capture the world's #1 men's ranking this week with a strong showing at The Players. With Tiger Woods on the injured list any one of these men could overtake Tiger Woods ending his reign as world's #1 ... for now.

With the Round 2 almost complete and the projected cut at -1 under par Scott is at risk of going home early while Stenson, Watson and Kuchar will likely play the weekend. Send your thoughts to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Your Picks for The Player's

PGA Tour: With round 1 complete who do you like for the 2014 Player's champion? Will the winner come from the array of "established" players such as Justin Rose, Matt Kuchar, Lee Westbood, Sergio Garcia, and others, or the new guard including Russell Hensley Jordan Spieth, or Gary Woodland? One truism about men's golf is that the favorite rarely wins.

Share your ideas with us at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

The Player's Leaderboard

PGA Tour: Russell Hensley leads the Player's Championship after the first round with a scorching -7 under par followed by eight players including Sergio Garcia, Justin Rose, Jordan Spieth and Lee Westwood at -5 under par. Despite concerns about three sub-optimal greens the scoring conditions were quite good today. A chance of rain is forecast for the weekend.

Who will lead the Player's after round 2? Send your thoughts to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Tiger Woods - Health Update

Tiger Woods: The world's number #1 ranked player is now chipping and putting his way toward the full swing phase of his recovery, yet it is still too soon to know when he will return to the PGA Tour. Here are excerpts from his web site as of May 5:

"My recovery from microdiscectomy surgery for a pinched nerve in my back is coming along, but it's a very slow process. I'm still sore. Not from the procedure itself but the incision. I just need to get back to my day-to-day activities, and that's it. One reassuring thing from my medical exam is I have zero arthritic changes whatsoever. I've kept myself in very good shape over the years, and it has paid off. We knew going into this procedure that it really helps to be strong, especially in my glutes and my abs. I was strong in both departments, and that helps with the recovery and rehab, and you're able to come back faster. As for my return to golf, I really don't know. I'm doing everything I can and listening to my doctors and working on a strength program, and then we just have to see how my back is. Some people heal up in three months, some people take four months, some people take longer. I just don't know."

Let's hope we see Tiger back for the PGA Championship and possibly the Ryder Cup. Lawrence Wilson

Player's Championship - Preview

PGA: This week's Player's Championship will feature 46 of the 50 top ranked players in the world. The most notable exceptions include Tiger Woods (the 2013 champion) and Adan Scott, both of whom are recovering from surgery. So who is favored to win this tournament with the richest purse on the PGA tour? Approximately half of the top 10 ranked players have yet to win in the 2013-2014 season while several lower ranked players such as Matt Every, J.B. Holmes and Matt Jones have taken home winners' trophies.

Share your thoughts with the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Bernhard Langer Holds on to Win the Insperity Invitational

Champions Tour: With Fred Couples and Colin Montgomerie chasing him, Berhard Langer won his second Champions Tour event of the 2014 season and bolstered his Charles Schwab Cup lead. Langer had led by 5 shots while Couples and Montgomerie made their charge ... yet they simply ran our of holes. Langer held on to win by one stroke over a strong field.

Who is in the best position to win the 2014 Charles Schwab Cup? It would hard to argue against the proven veteran and past Schwab Cup champion Berhard Langer. Share your pick(s) with the pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Stacey Lewis Takes the North Texas LPGA Shoot Out - Regains World #2 Ranking

LPGA: Stacey Lewis reasserted her strength on the LPGA tour by winning her first tournament of 2014 at the North Texas LPGA Shoot Out and moving back up to her world #2 ranking. Does this timely win position Lewis to re-claim the world's #1 LPGA ranking over Inbee Park in the weeks ahead? Lewis appears to be rounding into shape during the core of the 2014 season. By contrast, Park seems 'parked' in the status quo of finishing mostly in the Top 10 week to week, yet has not won in this season.

Send us your thoughts on the LPGA's #1 and #2 ranked players here at the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

J.B. Holmes Wins Wells Fargo Championship

PGA Tour - Wells Fargo Championship: Congradulations to J.B. Holmes for his 3rd PGA tour victory with a win yesterday in north Carolina. His massive driving length with good accuracy combined with a sound short game allowed him to prevail over Major champions Phil Mickelson and Justin Rose. What's next? The Player's.

What does Holmes' victory portend for his performance this week at The Player's? Send your thoughts to the Pro Golf Tour. Lawrence Wilson

Wells Fargo Championship Update: Will Justin Rose (-8 under par), Phil Mickelson (-2 under par) or Rory McIlroy (+2 over par) capture their first PGA victory of the 2013-2014 season this week in North Carolina? With Round 2 complete it appears that Rose and Mickelson will safely make the projected +1 cut, however, McIlroy will be headed home.

Can Rose or Mickelson track down leader Martin Flores at -9 under par? Share your thoughts. Lawrence Wilson

Tiger Woods

Given Tiger's recent back surgery and rehabilitation when do you expect him to return to the PGA tour? My prediction is that he will likely return 1-2 weeks prior to the season's final major - the PGA Championship.

Share your views. Lawrence Wilson

The Players Championship - TPC Sawgrass

With a strong file of American and international players who is your pick to win this year's tournament? And could a win by Adam Scott or Hedrick Stenson vault them into the world number 1 ranking displacing Tiger Woods?

Let me know your views. Lawrence Wilson