
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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Phil Mickelson Suffers Short Game Meltdown After Taking Four Shots To Get Out Of Bunker At PGA Championship
Mickelson possesses one of the best short games in professional golf but, on Friday at the PGA Championship, the six-time Major winner had an uncharacteristic moment
By Matt Cradock Published
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John Daly Withdraws From Regions Tradition Midway Through First Round After Skipping PGA Championship
The two-time Major winner opted to play at the Regions Tradition instead of the PGA Championship, but withdrew after seven holes on Thursday
By Matt Cradock Published
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Rory McIlroy Becomes Latest Player To Skip Media After Poor Start To PGA Championship
After a three-over-par opening round of 74 at Quail Hollow, the five-time Major winner didn't speak to media, as McIlroy currently sits well back of the leaders
By Matt Cradock Published
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How Many Fans Are Attending The 2025 PGA Championship?
Quail Hollow is set to receive a huge influx of golf fans for the PGA Championship, with hundreds of thousands attending the second Major
By Matt Cradock Published
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‘It’s Just A Matter Of Time’ - Bryson DeChambeau Backs Fellow LIV Golf Star Joaquin Niemann For Major Glory
DeChambeau predicts that Torque GC captain, Niemann, will go on to secure a maiden Major title at some point in his career after a strong start to 2025
By Matt Cradock Published
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Why A LIV Golfer Who Is Not In The PGA Championship Field Is Helping Patrick Reed At Quail Hollow
Reed was seen practicing alongside 4Aces GC teammate, and Quail Hollow member, Harold Varner III at the PGA Championship as Reed upped his tournament preparation
By Matt Cradock Published
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The Reported $250,000 Rolex Justin Thomas Was Seen Wearing At The PGA Championship
Speaking in a PGA Championship press conference on Tuesday morning, the two-time Major winner was seen donning a very smart and stylish Rolex watch
By Matt Cradock Published
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We Created A 10-Course PGA Championship Rota That We Think Would Take It To The Next Level
The PGA Championship has been staged at numerous courses throughout its history, but what would the ultimate rota look like for the Major championship?
By Matt Cradock Published
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Sepp Straka Holds Off Shane Lowry And Justin Thomas To Claim Truist Championship
Sepp Straka held off the challenge of Shane Lowry and Justin Thomas to secure a second PGA Tour victory of 2025, as well as his first Signature Event title
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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Collin Morikawa Makes Equipment Changes At Truist Championship
The two-time Major winner has put a 9-wood in his bag at the Truist Championship, with Morikawa also spotted using the older TaylorMade Qi10 LS in Philadelphia
By Matt Cradock Published
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How Much Does The Winning Caddie Earn At The Truist Championship?
The Truist Championship reaches its conclusion on Sunday night and, along with the winner, the victorious caddie is also set to net a handy payday
By Matt Cradock Published
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Sepp Straka Facts: 20 Things You Didn't Know About The Austrian PGA Tour Pro
Discover more about multiple-time PGA Tour winner and European Ryder Cup player, Sepp Straka via these facts regarding his life and career so far
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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Rory McIlroy Suggests A 'Little Shorter Golf Ball' Would Make This Week's Truist Championship Venue Even More 'Awesome'
McIlroy had nothing but praise for Philadelphia Cricket Club, but suggested a shorter golf ball would make it play like the architects intended it to
By Matt Cradock Published
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Justin Rose Withdraws From Truist Championship
The Englishman withdrew from the tournament prior to his third round on Saturday due to illness, with Rose focusing on recovering for next week's PGA Championship
By Matt Cradock Published
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Five-Time PGA Tour Winner Misses Cut But His Son Makes The Weekend In Family Affair At Myrtle Beach Classic
Jonathan Byrd failed to make it into the weekend at Dunes Golf and Beach Club, but his son, Jackson, managed to upstage his dad as the 19-year-old made the cut
By Matt Cradock Published
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'At This Point, I Don't Care' - Rory McIlroy Makes Honest Admission After Stepping Away From Politics Of Professional Golf
McIlroy stated that he is 'happy with where I'm at right now', after the five-time Major winner stepped away from the PGA Tour Policy Board in November 2023
By Matt Cradock Published
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Best Cheap Golf Shirts 2025
With so many golf shirts available on the market, it can be difficult to narrow down your options, so here are some of our favorite cheap polos.
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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‘Why Are They Scheduling Regions The Same Week’ - John Daly Questions Scheduling Issue That Led To PGA Championship Withdrawal
The two-time Major winner will miss out on the PGA Championship, with Daly instead opting to play the Regions Tradition on the same weekend
By Matt Cradock Published
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Bettor Turns £10 Bet Into £15,000 After Predicting All Four Winners From Four Separate Tours
One lucky UK bettor landed a near £15,000 ($19,864.87) from a £5.08 ($6.77) each way bet, with the individual predicting all four winners from the PGA Tour, LIV Golf League, Champions Tour and LPGA Tour
By Matt Cradock Published
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Report: Bryson DeChambeau And Brooks Koepka Among Players Present At Ryder Cup Dinner
US captain Keegan Bradley hosted a dinner on Tuesday evening that included several stars from the PGA Tour, as well as, reportedly, LIV Golf's DeChambeau and Koepka
By Matt Cradock Published
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Jason Day Withdraws From Truist Championship
The 2018 winner has withdrawn prior to the Truist Championship, with the reason for Day's withdrawal reportedly down to a herniated disc in his neck
By Matt Cradock Published
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Why World Number 41 Tom Kim Hasn’t Qualified For The Truist Championship
The three-time PGA Tour winner is one of the big names not present for the sixth Signature Event of 2025, with Kim instead listed in the Myrtle Beach Classic field
By Matt Cradock Published
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‘It’s An Unfortunate Situation’ - Billy Horschel To Miss Upcoming Majors Due To Surgery
The eight-time PGA Tour winner is set to undergo right hip surgery, with Horschel targeting a return to competitive action in 'late summer'
By Matt Cradock Published
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Truist Championship 2025 Picks, Predictions And Odds
The sixth Signature Event of the season takes place at Philadelphia Cricket Club, with Rory McIlroy searching for a fifth title at the Truist Championship
By Matt Cradock Published