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NEWS
DGPT Schedule Change Recap

7 months ago, the PDGA & DGPT effectively barred transgender women from participating in FPO Majors and Pro Tour events. 6 days ago, the DGPT effectively canceled 5 FPO events remaining this season.

For those needing a recap, here’s everything between…

FEB - Natalie Ryan initiates a lawsuit against the PDGA & DGPT in the state of CA

MAY - OTB Open (Stockton, CA)

• Ryan won a temp injunction and played in Round 1

• 33 FPO players (Tattar, Allen, Hokom, etc.) spoke out against in the “Stockton Declaration”

• DGPT won the appeal and prevented Ryan from finishing

JUN - The Preserve Championship (Clearwater, MN)

• Ryan won a temp injunction and played the entire event

• Some FPO players held a press conference voicing their stance against

• Rumors circulated that the DGPT might cut FPO in 2024

NOW - To “protect competitive fairness” and “limit financial burden”, the Tour canceled 2 Silver, 1 Elite+, and 2 Playoff Events with hopes of relocation

• Supposedly >$100k has already been spent on legal fees

• Some question whether the relocations will cost more than new lawsuits. Although the 2 ongoing could take years to resolve

• Amongst the canceled events, the MVP Open is allowing ticket refund requests but asks for patience

• The announcement has circulated through external and international news

As for reactions from FPO players, the mixed consensus is frustration and confusion, but ultimately trust in the DGPT for now…

So what’s going to happen? There are still 2 Majors left in the season that have zero information released on their status - Worlds in VT and USWDGC in NC.

From Charlie Eisenhood (Ultiworld), there’s been word that Natalie Ryan plans to file an injunction for her to play at Worlds. Whether it’s approved will be up to the courts in VT.

Regardless of what plays out for this season, the real unknown is what happens after. The PDGA & DGPT will likely use the off-season to re-evaluate or double down.

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TOUR COVERAGE
European Open (Major)

PREVIEW (7/20-23)

The 2nd Major of the year is here. While it shares a tier with the newer Champions Cup, the European Open is a cut above and can be defined by one word: Iconic.

Already into its 1st day of 4, this is a true pro event with insane crowds, a pressure-filled atmosphere, and high-level golf. To some, this is a trip of a lifetime and the best tournament of the year.

And this time around, it’ll feel like a true Major. With the sport’s deeper pockets and growth, this will be the strongest field in the event’s history.

As for the course, The Beast at Nokia DiscGolfPark will be harder than ever with tightened OB. And finally, there will be an actual FPO layout that shortens some tees.

So set your alarms folks… MPO Lead Card starts at 7:30 AM ET each day. The DGPT is providing a monster amount of coverage available to DGN subscribers.

There are nearly 100 hours of disc golf to be watched, and it could be even better than last year’s epic McDuel.

LAST YEAR RECAP

MPO/ 🥇Eagle McMahon (-42) 🥈Paul McBeth (-41) 🥉Kevin Jones (-25)

To say McMahon & McBeth were on another level is an understatement… They transcended the field, and players could do nothing but enjoy the show.

With 5k spectators watching, McBeth fumbled Hole 17 to allow McMahon his 2nd Major win. With zero FHs, the Young Bird averaged 1074-rated golf in this instant classic.

FPO/ 🥇Paige Pierce (+12) 🥈Eveliina Salonen (+15) 🥉Henna Blomroos (+20)

The final scores don’t show Pierce’s clawback from an 8-stroke deficit after 2 rounds. Her putt was the main contributor to her 3rd EO win and 17th Major win.

PLAYERS TO WATCH

While it’s impossible to bet against Tattar, it’s been 4 years since she’s played here. Even with the FPO layout, Eveliina Salonen’s & Henna Blomroos’s distance will get them a few strokes.

As for the men, there’s no telling who will rise to the occasion. With its capital M, every player wants to add this event to their wins list.

Will McBeth or McMahon continue where they left off? Will Heimburg get his 1st Major win? Or will an up-and-comer like Gossage, Anttila, or Isaac Robinson make history?

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PRES CUP & BRACE TIMING
Random Dubs

1️⃣ The 11th Presidents Cup took place yesterday. In the USA vs. Europe battle, 8 players from each team earned points through 9 holes of stroke play followed by 9 of match play.

Not only were tensions high, but so were the winds. With USA’s undefeated streak (10-0) on the line, OB was easily found and putts were air-balled.

After stroke play, it was looking shaky for the Americans. But not wanting to be on the losing team, it came down to McBeth on The Beast’s final hole.

The crowd got what it was promised… This was the most competitive matchup in event history. The day may never come when Team USA loses to Team Europe.

2️⃣ Do you ever watch form videos, have a lightbulb moment, and immediately forget it? I do all the time… But thankfully, Matt Grayum from the Nick & Matt Show reminded me of an Overthrow DG “aha” moment.

In their video “Correct Backhand Timing”, Josh explains the brace. It’s talked about more than ever for good reason… Fixing it can dramatically change your game.

Proper brace timing: All your weight transfers to the front foot first then the throwing motion happens. Weight shift shouldn’t happen simultaneously with your arms swinging forward.

Meme of the Week

Thanks for reading today. Get out and treat yourself this weekend!

- Charlie