DeLaet on the RBC Canadian Open field, which Canadians could make some noise, and the future of LIV Golf

Graham Dillette, a prominent golf analyst and broadcaster, joins OverDrive to break down the RBC Canadian Open field, spotlighting Canada’s rising golf talent and the uncertain future of LIV Golf. He argues that the tournament’s challenging rough and wide fairways favor long, powerful hitters like Wyndham Clark over traditional accuracy-focused players, making it a unique test. Dillette expresses deep admiration for Nick Taylor’s consistency and excitement about emerging Canadian stars like Darshan Yelamiraju, while reflecting on how the Canadian golf landscape has evolved since the dominance of Mike Weir and David Hearn. He also shares candid insights on Brooks Koepka’s return to form, emphasizing that putting—unlike ball striking—can be transformed overnight with the right equipment and mindset. On LIV Golf, Dillette reveals a surprisingly low level of concern among PGA Tour players about the rival league’s future, noting that while top stars like Fowler and Thomas may face backlash for leaving, average players have thrived financially and are eager to return. The episode closes with a lighthearted moment about Dillette’s now-shaved mustache, which once sparked a viral sensation at the President’s Cup. The most striking revelation is Dillette’s assertion that putting is the only skill in golf that can be dramatically improved in days—not years—making it the most accessible path to competitive advantage.