
Matt Cradock
Matt joined Golf Monthly in February 2021 covering weekend news, before also transitioning to equipment and testing. After freelancing for Golf Monthly and The PGA for 18 months, he was offered a full-time position at the company in October 2022 and continues to cover news and social media.
Taking up the game when he was just seven years of age, Matt made it into his county squad just a year later and continues to play the game at a high standard, with a handicap of around 2-4. To date, his best round came in 2016, where he shot a six-under-par 66 having been seven-under through nine holes. His favorite player is Rory McIlroy, despite nearly being struck by his second shot at the 17th during the 2015 BMW PGA Championship.
Matt’s current What’s In The Bag?
Driver: Honma TW747, 8.75°
Fairway Wood: Ping G430 LST 15°, 19°
Irons: TaylorMade P.7CB
Wedges: Cleveland 588 RTX 2.0 Tour Satin, 50°, 56°, 60°
Putter: Cleveland TFI 2135 Satin Cero
Ball: Titleist Pro V1
Latest articles by Matt Cradock
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10 Players Found Themselves In The Heat Of The Battle At The 2025 US Open… We Rate How They Coped
In a thrilling US Open final day several players found themselves in contention around Oakmont. Here, we rate how they coped on Sunday
By Matt Cradock Published
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Robert MacIntyre Didn't Win The US Open, But Here's Everything He Gets After Incredible Oakmont Performance
MacIntyre registered his best ever finish at a Major championship, with the Scot receiving a number of bonuses despite missing out on the US Open title
By Matt Cradock Published
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US Open 2025: JJ Spaun Holes Miracle 65-Foot Birdie Putt At The 72nd Hole To Win Maiden Major In The Rain At Oakmont
JJ Spaun produced a world-class back-nine on Sunday to post one-under and win the US Open by two strokes at a rain-affected Oakmont Country Club
By Michael Weston Last updated
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LIV Golf Leaderboard At The US Open: Carlos Ortiz Tops Six Who Made The Cut At Oakmont
A total of eight LIV Golfers missed the cut at Oakmont, where low scoring was hard to come by in tough US Open conditions
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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US Open Golf Betting Tips: Post-Cut Odds And Predictions
An eventful two rounds have taken place at Oakmont Country Club and, with scoring a struggle, there is value to be had over the weekend of the US Open
By Matt Cradock Published
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Shane Lowry Endures Embarrassing Rules Blunder At US Open
The Open champion produced a light moment of relief at the par 4 14th, where Lowry picked up his golf ball on the green without marking it
By Matt Cradock Published
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US Open Competitor George Duangmanee Just Shot 35-Over-Par… Here’s Why It’s Not As Bad As You Think
Duangmanee, who made his PGA Tour debut at the Myrtle Beach Classic in May, struggled around the brutal layout of Oakmont, with the 23-year-old finishing dead last
By Matt Cradock Published
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J.J. Spaun What's In The Bag?
We take a look at what's in the bag of PGA Tour winner J.J. Spaun
By Matt Cradock Published
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The Rule Change Six Years Ago That Allows LIV Golf’s Jose Luis Ballester Into The US Open Field
Despite turning professional in June of this year, Ballester is still able to play in the US Open following his US Amateur victory back in August 2024
By Matt Cradock Published
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The $50,000+ Robot Ball Collector Spotted On The US Open Driving Range At Oakmont
Those attending Oakmont Country Club weren't just treated to the world's best on the range, but also a specialized bit of kit picking up the golf balls
By Matt Cradock Published
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'It's Very Worrying Looking At His Press Conference. His Eyes Weren't Alive, The Energy Wasn't There' - Paul McGinley Expresses Rory McIlroy Concern Ahead Of US Open
Speaking at the US Open, Paul McGinley explained how McIlroy's Career Grand Slam win in April has affected his performance, claiming he 'can't feel the energy at the moment'
By Matt Cradock Published
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Oakmont Country Club Possesses The Most Bunkers On The PGA Tour In 2025, But How Many Are There?
It's not just the thick rough and quick greens that players will need to watch out for at Oakmont Country Club, with the course possessing a mammoth 168 bunkers
By Matt Cradock Published
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Church Pew Bunker: Oakmont’s Famous And Fearsome Sand Trap
The Church Pew bunker is one of the most famous, and intimidating, in golf, with the 110-yard long stretch of sand playing its part in previous Major championships
By Matt Cradock Published
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How Much Does A Membership Cost At Oakmont Country Club?
Oakmont Country Club hosts its 10th US Open in 2025 and, if you are interested in becoming a member of its historic layout, it'll cost you a sizeable amount
By Matt Cradock Published
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The Unique Rule In Place On Oakmont’s Ninth Green This Week At The US Open
Tuning in to the US Open, you'll notice that the ninth green at Oakmont has two uses. It's not just the green for the final hole of the front nine, but also the practice putting green for players in the field
By Matt Cradock Published
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Rory McIlroy Changes Driver Again Ahead Of US Open
After claiming he would be doing some driver testing following the RBC Canadian Open last week, McIlroy was spotted using his faithful TaylorMade Qi10 driver during a practice round at Oakmont
By Matt Cradock Published
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US Open Concession Prices Have Raised Eyebrows... But Are They Really That Bad?
The concession prices have been revealed at Oakmont Country Club and, like previous Major championships, it has caused a mixed reaction online
By Matt Cradock Published
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The Unique Cutting Method Oakmont Greenstaff Are Employing At The US Open
Greenkeepers at the US Open are putting the finishing touches to the course, with several staff members seen shaving the fringes with clippers
By Matt Cradock Published
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Asterisk Talley Withdraws From Women’s Amateur Championship After Suffering Broken Toe
Amateur World No.16 Asterisk Talley has been forced to withdraw from the The 122nd Women’s Amateur Championship, revealing she has broken her toe
By Matt Cradock Published
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We Tried To Work Out Joaquin Niemann’s Handicap In 2025. Here’s What The Data Says…
Joaquin Niemann has enjoyed an excellent 2025 on the LIV Golf League, with the Chilean producing some incredible rounds at a number of tough golf courses
By Matt Cradock Published
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What Will The US Open Winning Score Be? We Spoke To A Caddie Who Knows Oakmont Better Than Most…
The 125th US Open at Oakmont will be a tough affair and, ahead of the third men's Major of the season, we spoke to veteran caddie, Kenny Harms, about his experiences of the course
By Matt Cradock Published
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Ryan Fox Wins The RBC Canadian Open Via Playoff After 'Shot Of His Life'
The New Zealander defeated Sam Burns at the fourth playoff hole, with Fox producing the shot of his life via a 260-yard fairway wood
By Matt Cradock Published
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Charlie Woods Endures Tough Final Round Finish At Prestigious Florida Amateur Event
After making the cut at Florida's 108th Amateur Championship, Woods struggled over the weekend, finishing with an 11-over-par 83 at BallenIsles Country Club
By Matt Cradock Published
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Phil Mickelson Produces Shot Of The Year Candidate At LIV Golf Virginia
Phil the thrill showed off his short game expertise with an outrageous pitch shot during the final round at LIV Golf Virginia
By Matt Cradock Published