Joe Ferguson
Joe has worked in the golf industry for nearly 20 years in a variety of roles. After a successful amateur career being involved in England squads at every age group, Joe completed his PGA degree qualification in 2014 as one of the top ten graduates in his training year and subsequently went on to become Head PGA Professional at Ryder Cup venue The Celtic Manor Resort. Equipment has always been a huge passion of Joe’s, and during his time at Celtic Manor, he headed up the National Fitting Centres for both Titleist and TaylorMade.
Joe's What's In The Bag?
Driver: Switch between TaylorMade Qi4D 8˚
Fairway wood 1: TaylorMade Qi4D 15˚
Fairway wood 2: Callaway Apex UW 21˚
Irons: Cobra 3DP MB, 4-PW
Wedges: Vokey SM11 50˚, 54˚ and 60˚
Putter: Odyssey 7 Ai One Broomstick
Ball: TaylorMade 2026 TP5
Latest articles by Joe Ferguson
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Titleist GTS2 Driver Review: High-MOI Stability Meets 'Unfiltered' PerformanceThe GTS2 doubles down on polymer technology to deliver elite ball speed preservation, but does its "unfiltered" feedback trade feel for forgiveness?
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Titleist GTS4 Driver Review: The Low-Spin Specialist Goes MainstreamWith a new 460cc footprint and a ‘two-in-one’ weighting system, the GTS4 is no longer just for the pros. We tested the data to see if Titleist's ‘spin-killer’ has finally become forgiving.
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Best Golf Clubs For Intermediate Players 2026Are you that kind of high single figured to mid-handicap range of golfer? We have looked at some of the best golf clubs for you here.
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Ping G430 Max 10K vs Ping G440 K Driver: Read Our Head-To-Head VerdictLatest release or proven performer: Which of these two outstanding Ping drivers is right for you?
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Can We Win A Professional Event With Golf Clubs Found At The Dump?Sponsored by Golf Pride
PGA Professional Joe Ferguson wanted to see if he could win a regional PGA tournament with clubs from the local dump. Here's how he got on...
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TaylorMade Qi4D vs Ping G440 K Driver: Read Our Head-To-Head VerdictGolf heavyweights Ping and TaylorMade bring cutting-edge tech to the tee in 2026, but which tour-level driver comes out on top?
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Fujikura Ventus TR Black VeloCore+ Shaft Review: A Low Spin, Anti-Left Weapon For High Speed PlayersThe ultimate low-launch shaft gets a high-tech stability upgrade: Is the Ventus TR Black with VeloCore+ the sturdiest shaft in golf? We tested it to find out
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We Tested McLaren Golf's First Ever Irons (Which Cost $375 A Club) With Mixed ResultsCan the F1 giant’s highly anticipated first golf release justify its eye-watering price tag? PGA professional Joe Ferguson finds out...
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Fujikura Ventus TR Red VeloCore+ Shaft Review: The 'Inbetweener' Shaft That Actually WorksThe mid-launch, mid-spin specialist gets a stability boost: Does the Ventus TR Red 2026 offer the perfect balance of dynamic feel and tour-level control?
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5 Vintage Fairway Woods That Modern Technology Still Struggles To BeatStop chasing 'new' and start playing 'better': These are the 5 retro fairway woods the manufacturers don't want you to remember...
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Best Golf Clubs Under $500 2026Check out the best golf equipment you can pick up for under $500
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Best Budget Golf Clubs 2026 - Our favorite clubs for those on a budgetFrom drivers to putters we run through our favorite budget golf clubs for those not looking to break the bank.
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As A PGA Professional And Golf Monthly Equipment Tester, Here Is All The Gear I Have In My BagAs a gear tester for Golf Monthly, I've gone through my entire bag to let you know all the equipment I actually use.
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Why We’re Only at the Beginning of Golf’s 3D Printing RevolutionSponsored by Cobra Golf
Why additive manufacturing is the next frontier in golf club performance, mass customization, and discretionary weight.
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The Great Rollback Gamble: Why Golf Needs A Trial Before The LeapData vs. Reality: Why I believe golf's rollback is a "Great Gamble" without a trial run…
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The Bryson DeChambeau Double Standard: Why Golf Critics Are Wrong To Blame His ToolsWhy the golf world celebrates Bryson as a genius when he wins, but treats him like a failed experiment the moment he shoots over par...
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Haywood CB Iron ReviewA masterclass in CNC-milled precision and minimalist design, the Haywood CB offers a premium, forged experience without the premium price tag - Joe Ferguson reviews this stunning DTC iron.
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The $800 Masterpiece: Why Major Golf Brands Should Fear the Haywood MB IronFrom 1020 carbon steel to 100% CNC-milled precision, we put the Haywood MB to the test to see if a $799 DTC iron can actually outclass the $1,600 industry giants.
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Ping G740 vs Titleist T350 Irons: Read Our Head-To-Head VerdictWe take what will be two of the most popular popular irons of 2026 and pit them against each other to determine which set is best suited for your game.
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I Have A Competition Bag And A 'Fun' Bag - You Should Consider It Too...Golf shouldn’t always be a grind. Learn how a "two-bag lifestyle" helps you reconnect with the soul of the game, reduce stress, and find the meditative joy in a simple, single-strap Sunday stroll
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2026 AutoFlex Shaft Range Review: Can This 'Hidden' Korean Tech Transform Your Game?The AutoFlex phenomenon took the golfing world by storm, promising increased speed and effortless distance. We put four distinct profiles from the range to the test to see if the hype holds up on the course.
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5 Old Drivers That Modern Technology Still Can’t BeatFrom this legendary TaylorMade driver to the 'most forgiving' Ping model, we look at the 5 'unicorn' drivers that reached peak performance years ago - and why even Tour Pros refuse to give them up
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If You Need A New Driver In 2026, Here Are My 9 Top PicksWith all my 2026 driver testing completed, I've selected 9 of my favorite models across several key categories.
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A Fairway Wood with 7° Loft? Meet the Ultimate Wind-KillerThink a 7° fairway wood is absurd? For high-speed players struggling with ballooning shots, the Eleven Golf FW1 might be the ultimate wind-killer. We test it to find out
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