2026 U.S. Women's Open Preview

2026 U.S. Women's Open Preview

It's finally here! It's U.S. Women's Open week, and the guys are amped up about the best players in the world coming out west to test their skills at The Riviera Country Club. Marc previews the course's iconic holes, the guys discuss ideal storylines and dream scenarios (Nelly over Jeeno in a playoff, anyone?), and talk through the gameplan for their full day out at the course for the opening round. * Follow us on Instagram @FringeCoveragePod * Like the pod? Leave a review wherever you get your podcasts! * Have players you want to hear from or topics you want us to discuss? Send us your feedback at FringeCoverage@gmail.com

The Long Game: Interview with USGA CEO, Mike Whan

Leading up to the 2026 U.S. Women's Open, USGA CEO Mike Whan joins the guys to shine a light on one of the most coveted majors in the sport. Mike outlines the USGA's scope of work, how they are actually growing the women's game through accessibility initiatives and what they look for in setting up and selecting future courses for the USWO. The former LPGA Commissioner also shares some of the hard truths of the business of women's golf, how the sport is unique in delivering the Olympic spirit every week, and how he convinced LPGA players to engage and acknowledge stakeholders along the way. * Follow us on Instagram @FringeCoveragePod * Like the pod? Leave a review wherever you get your podcasts! * Have players you want to hear from or topics you want us to discuss? Send us your feedback at FringeCoverage@gmail.com

Chasing the Cup: Interview with U.S. Solheim Cup Captain, Angela Stanford

United States Solheim Cup captain Angela Stanford makes her Fringe Coverage debut! In this wide-ranging interview, Angela shares what she loves most about the biennial team event, what pressure feels like in a golf team event, and what she believes makes the ideal Solheim Cup teammate. Angela also gives a sneak peek at how she evaluates players and pairings, and how she plans to build her team for the 2026 Solheim Cup [https://www.solheimcup2026.golf/] in the Netherlands. * Follow us on Instagram @FringeCoveragePod * Like the pod? Leave a review wherever you get your podcasts! * Have players you want to hear from or topics you want us to discuss? Send us your feedback at FringeCoverage@gmail.com

Jeeno wins again in New Jersey (+ Nelly & Jeeno rivalry)

Jeeno Thitikul takes advantage of an off-week for Nelly Korda and defends her title at the Mizuho Americas Open. The guys break down Jeeno's win in New Jersey, marvel at her fourth multi-win season on tour, and get excited about the budding rivalry between the top two players in the world. We also workshop some Nelly nicknames before previewing the upcoming Kroger Queen City Championship. * Follow us on Instagram @FringeCoveragePod * Like the pod? Leave a review wherever you get your podcasts! * Have players you want to hear from or topics you want us to discuss? Send us your feedback at FringeCoverage@gmail.com

HEAT CHECK: Nelly wins again at Mayakoba

Nelly Korda wins again! The guys applaud Nelly for backing up her Chevron major championship victory by not only appearing at the Mexico Riviera Maya Open, but annihilating the field at Mayakoba. Marc and Tom take turns unveiling their ideal "Champions Dinner Menu", and Tom issues a formal statement amid public backlash about last week's pick debacle. * Follow us on Instagram @FringeCoveragePod * Like the pod? Leave a review wherever you get your podcasts! * Have players you want to hear from or topics you want us to discuss? Send us your feedback at FringeCoverage@gmail.com