Latest articles by Barry Plummer
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Golf's Putting Precipice: At What Distance Is A 3-Putt More Likely Than A 1-Putt?
We all would like to improve our proximity to the hole, but at what distance is a 3-putt more likely than a 1-putt? This data reveals the putting precipice...
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Golf Warm-Up Exercises: 5 Things Every Golfer Should Do Before Their Round
Golf warm-up exercises are crucial to improving your scoring and give you the best chance of success in competitions... but many golfers foolishly overlook them
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Is Golf's Countback System Fit For Purpose?
The countback system in golf is a method of resolving ties in a competition, but is it fit for purpose? I evaluate the method and provide a few alternate ideas
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Do You Make These 4 Crucial Fairway Bunker Setup Changes? (The Data Suggests Most Amateurs Do NOT)
Fairway bunkers cost amateur golfers so many shots, but with a few simple setup changes from PGA professional Peter Finch, you can escape the sand unscathed
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'It Sends Shivers Down My Spine' – How To Play The Scariest Shot In Golf
There are some golf shots that instantly strike fear into even the bravest of weekend warriors... but making three simple changes can remove that fear
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Do You Drive The Ball Further Than Other Golfers In Your Country (And What About Other Nations Too)?
Thanks to the latest Shot Scope Data, we can now reveal which country has the longest amateur driving distance average. See the full top-10 leaderboard here...
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The Root Cause Of This Common Golf Swing Fault Occurs Before The Club Even Moves... Let's Fix It NOW!
If you are struggling with your ball striking, or your swing feels out of sequence, this common fault could be the problem... but I can help you fix it!
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Do You Make These Crucial Changes At Setup When Hitting An Iron Or A Hybrid? So Many Amateurs Get This Wrong...
The subtle changes at setup when hitting an iron or a hybrid could be the difference between brilliant ball striking and hopelessly hacking it around...
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3 Things The Best Golfers In The World Do On The Tee Box (And Why You Must Copy Them)
Copying the best golfers in the world is difficult due to their elite technical ability, but every amateur golfer can do these 3 things to improve off the tee
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Want To Play Better Golf This Weekend? I Can Cure Your Slice In 60 Minutes...
So many amateurs are plagued with a slice, which hampers their scoring potential on the golf course. However, with my expert tips, I can cure you in 60 minutes
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How To Solve Slow Play: A 12-Point Action Plan For Golfers, Greenkeepers And Club Managers
Slow play is a significant problem in golf, which we must all play our part in solving, so I decided to set out a 12-point action plan for all concerned parties
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Should Golfers Be Allowed To Share Clubs? Join The Conversation...
Golfers are not permitted to share golf clubs on the course, but should they be? Read my thoughts and have your say...
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My Perfect Pitch Shot Clinic Will Instantly Save You Shots From Inside 100 Yards
Fed up with fatting, thinning and shanking pitch shots? My pitch shot clinic, consisting of 3 simple tips, will help you sharpen up your short game in 2025...
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Forget Push Ups And Squats – Try 3 Simple Tips To Gain 10 Yards Off The Tee
Gain 10 yards off the tee without the need for tiresome workouts and lengthy gym sessions – Top 50 Coach John Jacobs has the perfect distance-boosting formula
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How Far Does The Average Amateur Golfer Hit Their 3-Wood?
Hitting a 3-wood is a valuable skill in golf, but how far does the average amateur golfer hit this versatile club? The latest Shot Scope data reveals all...
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'Having Three Majors In The USA Seems Arrogant'... Golf Fans On How The PGA Championship Must Change
As the dust settles on the 2025 PGA Championship, I asked the Golf Monthly readers for their thoughts on what should change – here are their responses...
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'I've Watched 140 Majors And The 2025 PGA Championship Was The Worst I Can Remember' – Does Something Need To Change?
The PGA Championship is rarely my favorite Major in the calendar, but this edition at Quail Hollow was as bad as I can remember in 28 years of spectating...
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'Play It As It Lies, Suck It Up And Show Us What You Are Made Of' – What's Your Opinion On The Mud Ball Debate At The PGA Championship?
Mud balls are the talk of the PGA Championship, with some of the world's best players venting their frustration... but what do you think? Have your say...
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Is It Rude To Ignore Your Playing Partners In Competition? Rory Didn’t Talk To Bryson At The Masters... But What’s Right At Amateur Level?
The Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau comments on the subject have left me torn, so where do you stand on the debate? Have your say on the matter...
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'I Fell In Love The Moment I Opened The Box'... How The New Nike Air Max Plus G Golf Shoes Stole My Heart
As a golf obsessed shoe fanatic, I always get excited about receiving new products to test... but the Nike Air Max Plus G Golf Shoes took that to another level
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Recognise This Fault In Your Golf Swing? It's Time 'Elvis Leg' Left The Building...
Plenty of people try to emulate the great Elvis Presley, but doing so on the course rarely leads to success in the golf swing. Tom Motley explains...
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I've Just Had Twins... I Pray These 5 Things Change Before They Get Into Golf
Golf can be challenging for young people to access due to a number of avoidable barriers. I hope these five are addressed before my sons take up the sport...
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This Simple Golf Hack Is ILLEGAL On The Course... But Every Amateur Should Try It When Practicing!
Head to the driving range armed with Peter Finch's golf hack for finding more fairways. It might be banned on the course - but you have to try it in practice!
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Do You Often Zigzag Around The Golf Course? Try 3 Dependable Shots All Amateur Golfers Should Learn To Hit
Chopping it around the golf course and barely seeing your playing partners is not fun, so add these 3 stable shots to your game to boost consistency and scoring
