Rickie Fowler isn’t holding back when it comes to his thoughts on TGL. With the tech-heavy golf league making waves, Fowler’s recent comments have stirred up some serious conversation. The 36-year-old, known for his straightforward approach, despite being a part of TGL, boldly stated that it is “not real golf.” He even went as far as to call it a “glorified man cave.” For Fowler, the whole TGL experience seems more like a casual hangout with friends than the future of the sport.“It’s like a golf simulator night with the boys,” he said, emphasizing that the league’s high-tech screens and stadium-style setting are more about having fun than revolutionizing the game. It’s clear Fowler is taking a more laid-back view, and he’s not afraid to speak his mind about it. As it turns out, he is still sticking to his stance. On February 18, Rickie Fowler’s New York Golf Club secured a big win, pushing them into a playoff spot.With that victory, they jumped into fourth place in the season standings, while Tiger Woods’ Jupiter Links Golf Club dropped to fifth, now sitting just below the playoff cut line. New York Golf Club has played three games so far, with one win and two losses under their belt. And he has been a part of all the matches. Ahead of the Cognizant Classic, Rickie Fowler was asked if, after playing all the indoor golf, the players have to come to the ground and adjust the gameplay beforehand. Making amends to his previous statements about the league, he replied, “No, I don’t think it messes you up. I think it can help in ways. I feel like in there, it can simplify it in a way as far as point and shoot, try and hit a straight one right where you’re looking, instead of trying to hit certain shots or maybe get too cute. Just a straight ball on there still goes straight.”Shane Lowry didn’t hold back either, when asked about his biggest challenge with TGL’s simulator technology. “I keep hitting it too far,” he admitted during a press conference at the SoFi Center in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, after The Bay Golf Club’s 6-3 win over Jupiter Links GC. His honest confession sheds light on the distance control struggles that have had many players adjusting their swings to find the right balance. Other players like Wyndham Clark, too, have brought up the same problem. But for Rickie Fowler, that’s not an issue.He added that there are several benefits to it. According to him, the more time they get to come to terms with the league, the better they get at playing. “It’s not real golf, but it’s as close as you’re going to get within a simulator setting. Some of it is kind of learning that game and how it works and what you need to do in there,” he added.And well, while some players have been struggling, that’s true, some of them have also been splendidly enjoying playing in the league.Min Woo Lee shares how much he enjoys playing in TGLFresh off The Bay Golf Club’s victory over Atlanta Drive GC at the SoFi Center, Lee confidently addressed the high-energy atmosphere in his post-match press conference. When asked about handling the distractions—music, lights, and crowd noise—Lee took it all in stride. “Yeah, there was a bit of call-out, but it was funny, the one call-out that I remember is the one I chipped in on. So whatever. Do it,” he shared with a smile. The Australian golfer didn’t stop there. Drawing on his experiences at TPC Scottsdale’s famous 16th hole and the SoFi Center, he made a compelling connection that backs up TGL’s unique approach to golf.“It’s the same vibe, especially on 16 at the stadium hole. There’s going to be noise, and you’ve just got to expect it the whole week,” Lee said, comparing the TGL atmosphere to the raucous scene at the Waste Management Phoenix Open’s iconic party hole. His comparison is spot-on—TPC Scottsdale’s 16th hole has grown from a modest setup in 1992 to a three-story coliseum, packed with 20,000 fans who know how to make some serious noise, especially during memorable moments like Tiger Woods’s legendary 1997 hole-in-one. For Lee, adjusting to TGL’s electric environment wasn’t a challenge; it felt like a natural extension of modern golf.“You know the sound is there. You know someone is going to make a sound. You’re kind of expecting it,” he noted, reflecting on TGL’s 1,500-seat SoFi Center, which has sold out every match since its January 2025 debut. The venue’s intimate, arena-style setup, with constant fan engagement—from player intros to real-time reactions to shots on massive screens—creates an atmosphere more like an NBA game than a traditional golf event. Unlike the usual spread-out spectatorship of a regular tour, TGL packs the crowd into a compact arena, amplifying every cheer and reaction. Lee’s ability to embrace this high-energy environment speaks to the exciting future of golf, blending the sport’s tradition with the buzz of live entertainment.What are your thoughts on the league? Let us know in the comments section below!The post Rickie Fowler Makes Amends After Messing Up the One Task Tiger Woods Entrusted to Him appeared first on EssentiallySports.