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New Wordle Golf Launches: Competitive Twist on Classic Game

5/8/2025

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On May 6, The New York Times introduces an exciting twist to Wordle with Wordle Golf, a competitive format featuring 18 handpicked puzzles. Players can now race against each other while keeping score. The beloved game, created by Josh Wardle, continues to captivate millions, though the word "Corer" recently ended streaks for over 5.6 million players.

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On May 6, The New York Times introduces an exciting twist to Wordle with Wordle Golf, a competitive format featuring 18 handpicked puzzles. Players can now race against each other while keeping score. The beloved game, created by Josh Wardle, continues to captivate millions, though the word "Corer" recently ended streaks for over 5.6 million players.