TGL Week 2 Report: Atlanta Drive GC Stays Perfect

Week 2 of the TGL season saw Atlanta Drive GC continue their dominant form, defeating The Bay Golf Club 7-4 on January 6 to maintain a perfect record. But beyond the scoreline, the match offered a fascinating glimpse into the chemistry of potential future Ryder Cup pairings.

The "Team USA" Core in Atlanta

Atlanta Drive GC is effectively a Team USA microcosm, featuring stalwarts Justin Thomas, Patrick Cantlay, and Billy Horschel. Their success in the TGL's team format is no coincidence.

• Justin Thomas: Continued to show why he is the emotional engine of any team, celebrating big putts with the same fire seen at Marco Simone.
• Patrick Cantlay: His methodical approach is perfectly suited for the precision required by the TGL's data-driven setup.

For Ryder Cup Captains watching, seeing Cantlay and Thomas thrive together in a high-pressure, albeit virtual, team environment reinforces their value as a potential "pod" for 2027.

Boston Common Bounces Back

Earlier in the week (Jan 2), Boston Common Golf secured their first win of the season with a tight 7-5 victory over Los Angeles Golf Club. Rory McIlroy's squad needed a rebound after a slow start. McIlroy's clutch performance in the "ScreenZone" drives reminded fans that his ball-striking remains elite, regardless of the venue.

Standings Update (Jan 11, 2026)

1. Atlanta Drive GC: 2-0-0 (4 pts)
2. Boston Common Golf: 1-0-0 (2 pts)
3. Jupiter Links GC: 0-0-0 (0 pts) - Yet to play

The league continues next week with Tiger Woods's Jupiter Links GC making their season debut against New York. All eyes will be on how the "Big Cat" manages his squad tactically.