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The story of Tremont Sporting Co. is one of passion, determination, and a love for both golf and craftsmanship. Founded by Christian Cavaliere, this burgeoning golf accessories brand has quickly gained recognition for its customised headcovers, leather goods, and unique designs. What started as a dorm room endeavor has blossomed into a full-scale production facility in Palm Beach, Florida, making waves in the golf community along the East Coast.

Christian Cavaliere's journey with Tremont began long before the pandemic, as he honed his skills in carpentry, sewing, photography, and videography. Creating and bringing ideas to life have always been his ultimate purpose. As an aspiring professional golfer and a creative entrepreneur, Cavaliere merged his passions, initially crafting custom hats from his college dorm room. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, he seized the opportunity to expand his creativity into designing golf head covers.

From humble beginnings, Tremont has transformed from makeshift workshops in dining rooms and bedrooms to a state-of-the-art production shop in Palm Beach. Their motto, "great gear made by great golfers," reflects the company's commitment to pushing the boundaries of design and materials in the golf accessories space. With a focus on quality and customisation, Tremont aims to provide golfers with the best experience while enhancing their style on the course.

Christian Cavaliere's dedication to his craft and his business paid off in unexpected ways. While developing Tremont, he continued to excel in golf, even qualifying for the U.S. Open. Balancing his growing company and his love for the game, Cavaliere made the difficult decision to prioritise Tremont, recognising its potential for success. The journey to the U.S. Open became a testament to his perseverance and the symbiotic relationship between his entrepreneurial endeavors and his passion for golf.

Tremont Sporting Co. has made significant strides, establishing partnerships with prestigious golf clubs and universities across the United States. The brand's presence in pro shops nationwide and its commitment to maintaining a "homemade feel" for all products have solidified its reputation for excellence. While rooted in the East Coast golf community, Cavaliere plans to expand the brand's reach, sharing his passion for customised golf accessories with golfers far and wide.

As Tremont continues to grow, Christian Cavaliere remains dedicated to his craft and the golfing community. Despite shifting his focus from professional golf to his business, Cavaliere's love for the game persists. He continues to refine his skills on the course, attributing his trimmed-down practice regimen to improved performance. With a dedicated team and a growing customer base, Tremont Sporting Co. is poised to make a lasting impact in the world of golf.

Christian Cavaliere's journey from a dorm room side hustle to the U.S. Open exemplifies the entrepreneurial spirit and passion for craftsmanship. Tremont Sporting Co. has disrupted the golf accessories market with its customisability, quality, and innovative designs. As the brand expands and gains recognition, Cavaliere's dedication to his business and the sport continues to inspire golfers and entrepreneurs alike. With Tremont, golfers can elevate their style and express their individuality on the course while supporting a brand built on passion and creativity.

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News highlights

• Royal Liverpool qualifying: Sergio Garcia and several members of the LIV Golf League are aiming to secure entry into the Open Championship through 36-hole qualifying. The 21 LIV golfers, including major champions like Garcia, Graeme McDowell, and Charl Schwartzel, will compete at four sites in England, Wales, and Scotland, with four spots available at each site. These players are participating in the final qualifying because their Official World Golf Rankings are outside the top 50, and they did not qualify through the R&A's exemption criteria. Garcia, who has played in the Open every year since 1998, will tee it up at West Lancashire alongside Matthew Jordan and Jamie Donaldson. Marc Leishman, Anirban Lahiri, and others will compete at Porthcawl. Schwartzel headlines the LIV players at Royal Cinque Ports. Notable players from the LIV Golf League exempt for the Open include Abraham Ancer, Brooks Koepka, and Bryson DeChambeau.

• Road to the top: Rickie Fowler showcased a resurgence of his game as he posted a solid 5-under 67 in the first round of the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Fowler's renewed confidence and improved performance have been building throughout the season, highlighted by a historic 62 at the U.S. Open and a 60 at the Travelers Championship. While he finished with a pair of bogeys on the last two holes, Fowler remains optimistic about his game. In recent years, he had struggled and experienced a drop in rankings, but he has worked hard to regain his form and appreciates the lessons learned during his slump. Currently ranked No. 35 in the world, Fowler aims to continue his positive momentum and hopes to contend for the title. Meanwhile, Collin Morikawa, a two-time major winner, rebounded from a missed cut at the Travelers Championship with a bogey-free 66 in the first round. He attributed his improved performance to a minor swing change.

• A global future: Sir Nick Faldo, believes that the sport's new landscape, funded by Saudi Arabia, should include Australia and other neglected countries in a true world tour. Faldo has been critical of the LIV Golf League, headed by his former rival Greg Norman, and is uncertain about its survival amidst the upcoming changes resulting from an agreement between the PGA Tour and the Saudi Public Investment Fund. He suggests that the influx of money should be used to create a global golf tour that provides opportunities for players from various countries. Faldo reminisces about playing a truly global tour in the past and expresses his desire for golf to expand into different areas, including Australia and South Africa. He questions the long-term viability of LIV, stating that it lacks public interest and sponsorship support. While some players, like Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson, anticipate playing in Norman's breakaway tour in 2024, Faldo remains skeptical about LIV's prospects in the evolving golf landscape.

• Clicks over truth: PGA Tour players, including Adam Scott, Rickie Fowler, Justin Thomas, and Will Zalatoris, have taken to social media to denounce a column written about Patrick Cantlay regarding the proposed agreement between the PGA Tour and the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund. The Golfweek column alleges that Cantlay is trying to rally players against the deal and criticises members of the Tour's policy board who support it. The players share a statement defending Cantlay and questioning the article's lack of proof and use of personal attacks. They emphasise the need for objectivity, truth, and proper information in the decision-making process regarding the PGA Tour's potential alliance with the Saudi fund. Players have expressed frustration and confusion over the lack of clarity and unanswered questions surrounding the agreement.

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