Debate Intensifies Over Shot Clock to Address Slow Play on PGA Tour

Players and fans weigh in on whether adopting a shot clock could solve the PGA Tour’s pace-of-play challenges.

Slow play remains a significant issue on the PGA Tour, frustrating both players and fans, with calls for meaningful solutions growing louder.
The TGL’s 40-second shot clock, which penalizes players with a one-shot penalty for exceeding time limits, has been praised for improving pace of play in its debut matches.
Justin Thomas is skeptical about the effectiveness of a shot clock, arguing it may not lead to substantial time savings or noticeable improvements in round duration.
Wyndham Clark and Rickie Fowler, among others, support the shot clock concept, highlighting its potential to modernize the sport and enhance fan engagement.
Golf influencer Paige Spiranac and others have also called for broader changes, including faster play, reduced commercials, and more innovative broadcasting to capture audience interest.