230: Why Oakmont is the Ultimate Major Test + RBC Canadian Open Recap

Tune in for the latest episode of The Smylie Show, as Smylie and Charlie dive into what lays ahead for players at one of the toughest major tests at Oakmont Country Club. Smylie gives on-course insight as he recounts his memories from playing there in 2016, and discusses the course changes since then. They also revisit highlights from the RBC Canadian Open, as Ryan Fox outlasted Sam Burns in a 4-hole playoff. 

📌 Key moments:  
- Recap the weekend in golf, including Ryan Fox's playoff win in Canada  
- Preview the US Open at Oakmont, focusing on course conditions and strategies  
- Discuss Rory's driver issues and how they might affect his performance  
- Close the show with Ryder Cup insights and predictions for the season  

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:17 - RBC Canadian Open Recap
04:25 - Shipsticks
04:56 - RBC Canadian Open 
12:49 - Sam Burns
15:06 - Rory McIlroy Missed Cut
19:14 - Rory's Driver
23:55 - Equipment Changes
27:26 - DraftKings 
31:30 - Rain at Oakmont
34:30 - Oakmont Course Preview
38:15 - 2016 US Open Yardage Book
39:40 - Playing Experience at Oakmont
53:53 - Oakmont Course Setup
56:33 - Smylie's Favorite Hole
01:01:25 - Most Creative Golf Shots
01:07:14 - Bryson DeChambeau
01:09:48 - Final Thoughts & US Open Preview
01:10:26 - Like & Subscribe