
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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Daniel Berger Makes Equipment Change As 13-Year-Old Irons Leave The Bag
After using 13-year-old TaylorMade Tour Preferred MC irons, the American has finally switched them up for Ping Blueprint S models to help contend in Phoenix
By Matt Cradock Published
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PGA Tour Pro Makes Mid-Round Grip Change To Move Into WM Phoenix Open Contention
After being over-par through his first few holes, Keith Mitchell changed his putting grip to much success as he moved into contention at TPC Scottsdale
By Matt Cradock Published
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5 Big Names Who Missed The Cut At The WM Phoenix Open
Some familiar names made it to the weekend at TPC Scottsdale, but for other high-profile players, there was disappointment after they missed the cut
By Matt Cradock Published
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Lee Westwood Involved In Bizarre Rules Incident At LIV Golf Riyadh
After being in contention in Riyadh, Westwood made a costly error at the 16th whereby he played the wrong ball after finding it in the creek
By Matt Cradock Published
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How To Watch LIV Golf 2025: TV & Streaming Information
The 2025 LIV Golf League season features 14 events from February to August – here are all the details of how to watch LIV Golf online, on TV, and from anywhere.
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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LIV Golf Finally Gets Major Pathway As US Open Announces Groundbreaking Exemption
In the announcement, the USGA revealed that LIV Golfers will be able to earn exemptions into the US Open, which gets underway on the 12th - 15th June
By Matt Cradock Published
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Tom McKibbin Explains LIV Golf Move And Why He Isn’t Bothered About Major Or Ryder Cup Routes Becoming More Difficult
After joining Legion XIII for the 2025 LIV Golf League season, McKibbin spoke about his move and how the lack of Major opportunities doesn't bother him too much
By Matt Cradock Published
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LPGA Tour To Crack Down On Slow Play After Charley Hull And Nelly Korda Comments
The LPGA Tour has announced a number of measures to combat slow play, with the circuit set to enforce more penalties on those who don't follow the guidelines
By Matt Cradock Published
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How Long Does It Take To Build TPC Scottsdale’s 16th Hole Stadium At The WM Phoenix Open?
It's one of the most recognizable features on the PGA Tour, but is 'The Coliseum' at the WM Phoenix Open up all year round? Here, we take you through the details
By Matt Cradock Published
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10 Big Names Missing The WM Phoenix Open
It's set to be a raucous atmosphere at TPC Scottsdale and, although a number of big names are present, some players won't be featuring in Phoenix
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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‘One Of The Strangest Decisions’ - Padraig Harrington Questions PGA Tour Over Monday Qualifying Change
Harrington has thrown his support behind Monday qualifiers, claiming he would focus on them more, due to the fact 'there’s a movie script story nearly every week'
By Matt Cradock Published
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‘It Takes Forever’ - Major Winner Calls For AimPoint Ban In Long List Of Ways To Solve PGA Tour Slow Play Problem
Speaking to SiriusXM PGA Tour Radio, Lucas Glover laid out several aspects that the PGA Tour could target to help improve the pace of play in its tournaments
By Matt Cradock Published
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Best Golf Mid Layers
Looking for a mid layer that will keep you warm and protected on the golf course? We take a look at the best on the market
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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How Does LIV Golf's Points System Work?
We take a look at how the LIV Golf League's individual and team points systems work ahead of the circuit's 2025 season
By Matt Cradock Published
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Sponsor Exemptions Revealed For Genesis Invitational
The Genesis Invitational gets underway on the 13th February and, along with the guaranteed starters, multiple sponsor exemptions have been granted to various players
By Matt Cradock Published
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WM Phoenix Open Picks, Predictions And Odds
The rowdiest tournament on the PGA Tour calendar returns at TPC Scottsdale, with a number of big names set to be present in Phoenix
By Matt Cradock Published
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Phil Mickelson Pulls Out Of LIV Golf Opening Event With Injury
The HyFlyers GC captain revealed he won't be present in Riyadh after sustaining a 'minor shoulder injury' preparing for LIV's first event of 2025
By Matt Cradock Published
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Shane Lowry Makes $600,000 Final Hole Birdie At Pebble Beach
Although Lowry missed out on a victory at Pebble Beach, the 37-year-old made a birdie at the final hole to add $600,000 to his tournament purse winnings
By Matt Cradock Published
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Shot Of The Year? Cam Davis Pulls Off Stunning Tree Root Escape At Pebble Beach
Having put his second shot into the tree roots at the final hole, Davis produced an outrageous recovery that many claimed is already the shot of the year
By Matt Cradock Published
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Who Is Rory McIlroy’s Wife?
Rory McIlroy married American Erica Stoll in April 2017 after the pair met during the 2012 Ryder Cup
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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Tom Kim Makes Putter Change To Move Into AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Contention
The 22-year-old had switched back to a blade style putter at TGL on Monday night, with Kim opting to use it at Pebble Beach as he remains in contention
By Matt Cradock Published
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Laurie Canter Wins Bahrain Championship Epic With Playoff Hole Birdie
Laurie Canter secured a second DP World Tour victory in an enthralling final day in Bahrain, with the Englishman fending off Pablo Larrazabal and Dan Brown in a playoff
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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'I Think Really Good Venues Are A Big Part Of The Storyline' - Rory McIlroy Singles Out One Aspect For New Look PGA Tour
Sitting in contention at Pebble Beach, McIlroy had nothing but praise for the course, claiming venues like it are far more interesting than 'a run of the mill TPC'
By Matt Cradock Published