Amateur David Ford reflects on the PGA Tour University expansion’s impact, offering more access to elite college players and shaping future opportunities.

J.T. Poston shot a 10-under 62 to take a one-stroke lead over Justin Lower in the opening round of The American Express on Thursday.

A 22-year-old American amateur making his debut on the European tour upstaged Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and many of the world's top players at the Dubai Desert Classic to take a share of the first-round clubhouse lead on Thursday.

Amateur David Ford joins the show to break down how the PGA Tour updates affect newcomers and explore the DP World Tour as a new path to pro golf success.

American amateur David Ford manoeuvred himself to the top of the leaderboard after day one of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic with an opening round of seven-under-par 65. Ford earned an exemption into the $9 million Rolex Series event on the DP World Tour by finishing the autumn portion of the PGA Tour University rankings as Number One.

A 22-year-old American amateur making his debut on the European tour has upstaged Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and many of the world’s top players at the Dubai Desert Classic for a share of the first-round lead.