Latest articles by Fergus Bisset
-
4 Things I’d Change About Golf's World Handicap System
Fergus Bisset gives his thoughts on how the World Handicap System might be altered to be more equitable and help more UK golfers enjoy their golf.
-
Building The Ideal Half Set: Which Golf Clubs Make The Cut?
Fergus Bisset selects the clubs he would put in a lightweight bag if heading out with a half set. See if you agree with his selections or think he’s missing a trick or two.
-
Can You Ask Another Player What They Hit On A Par 3?
It may seem like an innocuous query but asking another player what club they hit on a par-3 could get you into trouble with The Rules.
-
5 Common Misconceptions About The World Handicap System
The World Handicap System is complex and easily misunderstood. Here are some of the more common misconceptions about WHS.
-
What Is Lead Tape And Why Do Golfers Use It?
Golfers have always tinkered with equipment to improve feel and performance. Lead tape is a useful tool but what is it and how can it help?
-
One Of My Playing Partners Told Me To “Take My Time” On A Putt… And Another Said That Was Breaking Golf’s Rules. Is It?
Telling someone to take their time over a short putt might seem an innocuous phrase, but is it against the Rules of Golf?
-
How Far Did Tiger Woods Drive The Golf Ball In His Prime?
Tiger Woods is arguably the greatest golfer in the history of the game, but how far did he hit the ball when he was in his prime?
-
How Far Did Gary Player Drive The Golf Ball?
Gary Player has been one of golf's most tenacious competitors for more than seven decades, but how far did the South African drive the golf ball in his prime?
-
I Narrowly Avoided A Bizarre Penalty On The Golf Course... Why All Golfers Need To Check These Perplexing Rules!
The rules of golf can be confusing, no matter how experienced you are in the game. In this video and article, we clear up five of the most perplexing examples
-
How Far Did Seve Ballesteros Drive The Golf Ball?
The Spaniard was one of the most entertaining and swashbuckling players in the history of the game, but how far did Seve Ballesteros drive the golf ball?
-
Is The Greatest Golfer Of All Time Tiger Woods Or Jack Nicklaus? We Dived Into The Stats To Try And Settle The Argument For Good...
Tiger or Jack? Who is the greatest of all time. The question is often posed and the answer will always be subjective, but we looked at the facts to try and come up with an answer...
-
18 Majors: The Golf History Show - Every Single Episode
18 Majors: The Golf History Show is the podcast presented by Neil Tappin and Fergus Bisset that connects you with the greatest, and often most misunderstood, stories from the history of the game
-
How Far Did Old Tom Morris Drive The Golf Ball?
Old Tom Morris became a golfing legend in the second half of the 19th century, but how far could he hit the golf ball?
-
Should Golf Club Membership Interviews Be A Thing Of The Past?
Is it necessary for prospective golf club members to face a potential grilling from the club captain or committee?
-
Do You Have To Chip Over A Sprinkler Head If It's In The Way Of A Putt From Off The Green?
If a sprinkler head is in the way and your ball is off the green, do you get a drop or do you have to take it on the chin and play it?
-
'Loud, Obnoxious People Blasting Loud, Obnoxious Music' – Golfers Reveal Their Etiquette Annoyances, Views On Slow Play And More
How is modern golf etiquette viewed and what would golfers change? We asked six key questions and the responses were interesting...
-
Is This The Stupidest Rule In Golf?
Golf’s rules are complex, and some might seem unnecessarily harsh or proscriptive. Is this the most severe and unreasonable of the bunch?
-
Is Golfers’ Resistance To Change Hampering The Growth Of The Sport?
Fergus Bisset wonders if we golfers like the status quo a little too much, and if our yearning for it puts off potential newcomers to golf
-
'Golf Has Been An Intrinsic And Vital Part Of My Everyday Existence' – 5 Ways Golf Has Improved My Life
Fergus Bisset has been immersed in golf for four decades. Here, he gives his thoughts on how the game has improved his life...
-
The 5 Biggest Myths About The Golf Swing
Here, we look at five pieces of advice on the golf swing that are not necessarily as obviously correct as they seem...
-
Do You Have To Use A Tee To Tee Up Your Golf Ball?
When teeing off in golf, do you need to put your ball on a tee peg, or are there other options?
-
Best Golf Drinks Bottles And Mugs 2024
Our pick of the best bottles and mugs for use on and off the course
-
Best Golf Hip Flasks 2024
A selection of our favorite hip flasks for golfers, so that you can enjoy a small tipple on the fairways.
-
I've Loved The Game Of Golf For 40 Years, But Here Are 5 Things I’d Change About It
Fergus Bisset has played golf for several decades and is obsessed by the game, but there are certain things he would change…
