# The Long Game: Interview with USGA CEO, Mike Whan

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Podcast: [Fringe Coverage - LPGA Golf Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/fringe-coverage-lpga-golf-podcast-7433859)
Published: 2026-05-25T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://fringecoverage.podbean.com/e/interview-with-usga-ceo-mike-whan/
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## Resource

Leading up to the 2026 U.S. Women's Open, USGA CEO Mike Whan joins the guys to shine a light on one of the most coveted majors in the sport. Mike outlines the USGA's scope of work, how they are actually growing the women's game through accessibility initiatives and what they look for in setting up and selecting future courses for the USWO. The former LPGA Commissioner also shares some of the hard truths of the business of women's golf, how the sport is unique in delivering the Olympic spirit every week, and how he convinced LPGA players to engage and acknowledge stakeholders along the way. Follow us on Instagram @FringeCoveragePod Like the pod? Leave a review wherever you get your podcasts! Have players you want to hear from or topics you want us to discuss? Send us your feedback at FringeCoverage@gmail.com

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