
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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Who Is Alex Noren’s Wife?
Alex Noren has enjoyed a hugely successful career and, throughout his several wins, his wife Jennifer Kovacs has been by his side
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'Me Going To LIV And Playing Worse In Majors Had Nothing To Do With Where I Was Playing Golf' - Jon Rahm Sends Out Major Form Message
The two-time Major winner remained adamant that a move to the LIV Golf League in 2023 isn't the reason for his poor run of results in recent Major championships
By Matt Cradock Published
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Jon Rahm Strikes Fan With Errant Shot At PGA Championship
Rahm made a move up the leaderboard on Saturday at the PGA Championship, but it was a shot at the 11th hole at Quail Hollow that was the big-talking point of his round
By Matt Cradock Published
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How Much Does The Winning Caddie Earn At The PGA Championship?
The second men's Major of 2025 has released its prize money breakdown and, in terms of paychecks, it won't just be the players securing a handy payday
By Matt Cradock Published
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The Former College Prospect Who's Contending At The PGA Championship With Tiger Woods' Former Caddie
Michael Thorbjornsen is in contention going into the weekend at Quail Hollow, with his veteran caddie, Lance Bennett, playing a big part in the strong showing
By Matt Cradock Published
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Arabella Golf Resort Mallorca Stands Out For Many Reasons... And It May Be My New Favorite Golf Resort
Arabella Golf Resort Mallorca mixes luxurious and stunning settings with a variety of golf courses on its doorstep... Hence why it might now be my new favorite golf resort
By Matt Cradock Published
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17 Big Names Who Missed The Cut At The PGA Championship
The PGA Championship continues to throw up surprises, with some huge names not making it into the weekend's action at Quail Hollow
By Matt Cradock Published
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Report: Rory McIlroy Forced Into Driver Change Prior To PGA Championship
McIlroy's driver, reportedly, was deemed non-conforming by the USGA on Tuesday, with the five-time Major winner forced into a change prior to his first round
By Matt Cradock Published
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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 in North Carolina 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
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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