
Michael Weston
Michael has been with Golf Monthly since 2008. A multimedia journalist, he has also worked for The Football Association, where he created content to support the England football team, The FA Cup, London 2012, and FA Women's Super League. As content editor at Foremost Golf, Michael worked closely with golf's biggest equipment manufacturers and has developed an in-depth knowledge of this side of the industry. He's a regular contributor, covering instruction, equipment, travel and feature content. Michael has interviewed many of the game's biggest stars, including seven World No.1s, and has attended and reported on numerous Major Championships and Ryder Cups around the world. He's a member of Formby Golf Club in Merseyside, UK.
Latest articles by Michael Weston
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Is Oakmont’s Brutal Rough A Rightful Penalty Or Too Harsh?
Our team of writers have their say on the rough at the US Open, which appears to be on the long side
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Masters Winner And Grand Slam Champion Rory McIlroy Is Clearly Fatigued With Golf’s Relentless Schedule… And So Am I
He's just completed a lifelong dream, but such is professional tour golf there's little time for reflection
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Only Four Players (Out Of 312) Have Scored Under Par For The Week In The Last Two US Opens At Oakmont. What Have The Winning Scores Been At "The Beast"?
Oakmont is known as "the beast" because of the challenge it poses - so what have the winning scores been here on the previous nine occasions?
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US Open Practice Tee Times: Oakmont Pairings For Wednesday
Find out who's out and when for the final day of practice at the 125th US Open
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Jon Rahm Gives Honest Assessment On LIV Golf Record
The former US Open champion has been in good form on LIV Golf, but accepts it's easier to finish higher up in smaller fields
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Why There's Absolutely Nothing Wrong About A 300-Yard Par 3 In The US Open
The 289-yard par-3 8th at Oakmont has divided opinion. Really, what's all the fuss about?
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'The Rough Is Ankle-Deep, You're Lucky To See Your Shoes Let Alone Your Golf Ball' - Wayne Riley's US Open Picks And Insight Into What It Takes To Win At Oakmont
Wayne Riley is expecting another big week from the World No.1 - but he also has a few interesting fancies at much bigger prices
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8 Things You’ve Forgotten About The 2016 US Open (Aside From Dustin Johnson’s Controversial Ruling And Victory)
What can you remember about the last US Open to be held at Oakmont Country Club? It was 2016, the year Dustin Johnson won his first Major Championship
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Meet The 15 Amateur Golfers Competing In The 125th US Open At Oakmont
Nearly one in ten players in the field at this year's US Open are amateurs. Let's meet them...
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Which Course Has Hosted The US Open Championship On The Most Occasions?
The 2025 host will have welcomed the US Open a record 10 times once the championship takes place in June, making it the most commonly-used layout
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What Your Summer Golf Bag Should Look Like... Including These 6 Additions
A few changes here and there can make the game easier and help you to play your best throughout the warmer months
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Rory McIlroy To Headline RBC Canadian Open 2025 Field
McIlroy will tee it up as the favorite in Canada, with the likes of Ludvig Aberg and defending champion, Robert MacIntyre, making an appearance the week before the US Open
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9 Big Names To Miss The Cut At The US Women's Open
Some notable names will not be teeing it up at Erin Hills over the weekend
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Watch Jordan Spieth Produce Another Great Escape At The Memorial
Spieth was looking at a big number after a loose tee shot, but then he produced this...
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Which Players Missed The Cut At The Memorial Tournament?
It's never nice going home early, especially when you're playing Jack Nicklaus' event - but these players won't be competing at Muirfield Village this weekend
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Composing The Perfect Golf Bag: What Loft Should Every Club Ideally Be?
Getting the right lofts for each club can be a case of trial and error, but this guide should point you in the right direction...
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The Best-Value 14-Club Golf Bag That Money Can Buy
Which golf clubs make it into our more affordable line-up?
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I've Played 750 Rounds And This Is Indisputably The Best Thing About Golf
There's a lot to love about the game of golf – the peace and quiet, the exercise, the camaraderie, the competition – but this is what gives me the most joy
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Sensational Scottie Scheffler Dominates Field To Win PGA Championship At A Canter
World No.1 Scottie Scheffler sealed a first PGA Championship title by five shots after dominating the field at Quail Hollow, consequently securing a third Major
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How Many Majors Has Scottie Scheffler Won?
Scheffler has multiple wins to his name on the PGA Tour, but how many of these have come in the biggest four tournaments in the game?
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5 Things To Know About Aronimink Golf Club - Next Year’s PGA Championship Host Venue
Aronimink Golf Club will host the PGA Championship for the second time on May 11-17, 2026
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Renowned Coach Calls For Change To Governing Bodies' 'Secrecy' After McIlroy Driver Test Fail Report
Peter Kostis doesn't believe it's in anyone's best interests to keep testing results private
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Who Is On Scottie Scheffler's Team? Coaches, Caddie, Wife And More
You don't get to World No.1 without having a good team around you. Here's who Scottie has in his corner...
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'Replace It With A Non-US-Based World PGA Event' - Golf Fans Suggest How To Improve PGA Championship
A new format? A new location? Better courses? Move it around the world? Just a few of your comments as to what could make the PGA Championship a better event
By Michael Weston Published