This Has Become My Favorite YouTube Golf Series

Earlier this week, the latest installment of “The Major Cut” series was released.

If you’re not familiar with the concept, The Major Cut follows Grant Horvat and the Bryan Bros. as they take on major championship venues. The threesome plays two rounds at each course, aiming to “make the weekend” based on whatever the cutline was at the most recent major held there.

For example, the 2019 U.S. Open at Pebble Beach had a cutline of +2. That was their target score to reach for 36 holes of play.

The series started back in April 2024 and has quickly become a shining example of great YouTube golf content that scratches several itches at once.

For that reason, The Major Cut has become my single-most favorite YouTube golf series.

Competition, top-tier venues and a bit of grinding

What makes The Major Cut such an enjoyable watch?

There are a few factors.

The first is that you have a lovely dynamic between Wesley, George and Grant. They are all rooting for each other. It’s part comedy and part real competition between the three. It also helps that Grant is clearly a step behind Wesley and George—it makes you want to see if he can hang with the big boys.

The other part is that there is a very clear and relatable goal. Golf fans know the majors. They understand the idea behind making the cut. They know how difficult it is to play well on these courses.

Whereas some challenges and matches can be gimmicky, The Major Cut pulls the audience in to see if these golfers can accomplish a difficult task. In that way, it is similar to Bryson DeChambeau’s Breaking 50.

Another factor is the list of courses they are playing. These are instantly recognizable venues. So not only are you watching for the golf but you are also watching to see the course itself.

Finally, I find that this approach—having 36 holes of unfiltered stroke play—is so informative.

We get to watch legitimate professional golfers and an elite amateur navigate difficult venues. This isn’t a highlight reel. These videos show how the sausage is made. If they can avoid big numbers and manage their game, they don’t have to be knocking down flagsticks to play well.

I find that most YouTube golf fans just want to see good golfers play good courses. If you add in a little personality and great video production, that makes for an easy winner.

The best Major Cuts so far

I’m addicted to this series so I recommend watching all of the episodes.

Having said that, I wanted to call out these three as my favorites:

1. Pinehurst (2024 U.S. Open)

Pinehurst No. 2 is such a special place. They were able to show off how treacherous those greens are.

2. Bethpage Black (2019 PGA Championship)

A little windy fall golf and one of the hardest courses in the country. What could go wrong?

3. Royal Portrush (2019 Open Championship)

Who doesn’t like listening to Irish caddies? Watching the lads at Portrush (just days before The Open) was an entertaining watch.

Are you a fan of The Major Cut? What is your favorite series in YouTube golf?

Let me know below in the comments.