Articles by Sam Weinman

Sergio Garcia…

…and the triumph of a growth mindset. A subtle switch in attitude was the impetus the 2017 Masters champion needed to transcend from being merely good to great.

Prediction: When Tiger Woods will return to golf

In the event Woods’ practice goes better than expected, he starts getting restless, and decides he’s ready to take on all comers, we might as well consider some of his options.

Which of your kids’ events are you allowed to skip? A checklist

Phil Mickelson’s stunning but entirely characteristic revelation that he’ll be skipping next week’s US Open to attend his daughter’s graduation is only the latest testament to the golfer’s dedication to his family. It’s also representative of a culture in which parents feel increasingly obligated to be in attendance at every game, ceremony, and mid-afternoon school party.