
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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'It's One Of The Greatest Joys Of My Life, But Does It Fill The Deepest Wants And Desires Of My Heart? Absolutely Not' - Scottie Scheffler's Epic Five-Minute Answer On Why Pro Golf Doesn't Fulfil Him
The World No.1 spends five minutes explaining what the game means to him - and admits he doesn't find golf satisfying
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8 Of The Best Players To Never Win The Open
Some big names have missed out on winning the Claret Jug over the years...
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The Historic Links That Could One Day Be The Republic Of Ireland's First Ever Open Venue
There has been plenty of talk of Portmarnock one day becoming an Open venue after staging numerous Irish Opens and prestigious R&A amateur tournaments...
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From Lack Of Sleep To The Surprise Of 2019 - What Rory McIlroy Said Ahead Of The 2025 Open
The Northern Irishman was in good form after an early practice round at Royal Portrush on Monday
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The Claret Jug: How Well Do You Know The Iconic Open Championship Trophy?
A brief history of one of the most famous trophies in the world of sport...
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The 7 Golf Products We'd Create If All Equipment Rules Were Removed
Modern equipment has made the game easier, but imagine how much fun you could have if these products were legal...
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Future Open Championship Venues
Where will The Open be played after this year's Championship at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland?
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Scotland’s Newest Links Course Opens For Preview Play Next Month: Here’s What To Know
Old Petty is the set to open for preview play from August 1 to September 30, 2025 - and it's looking rather special
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LIV Golf UK: Course Insights With JCB Head Pro Dan Bourne
Sponsored by LIV Golf
Where will this year's LIV Golf UK be won and lost? JCB's Head Pro provides a fascinating insight ahead of July's event, where Jon Rahm will be hoping to defend the title he won 12 months ago
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11 Common Golfing Remarks… And What Your Playing Partners Really Mean!
You'll rarely play a round of golf without hearing at least two or three of these...
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Open Final Qualifying Results: Lee Westwood Among Three LIV Golfers To Qualify As Notable Names Miss Out On Spots At Royal Portrush
In a thrilling Final Qualifying, Lee Westwood secured his spot at The Open Championship, with 20-year-old amateur Richard Teder creating history at West Lancashire
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When Are Ryder Cup Teams Finalized? Key Dates To Know
When does qualifying end and when will the captains name their six wildcard selections?
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The 10 Most Popular Golf Balls On The PGA Tour
What are the most played golf balls on the American circuit? We look at the numbers...
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New LIV Golf Schedule Features First Ever South Africa Event: Report
A report suggests that the LIV Golf 2026 schedule is close to being finalized with cities and countries named
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10 Signs You’re Using The Wrong Golf Clubs
Sometimes the tools really are to blame, and it's not the person holding the golf club...
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What To Expect At The LIV Golf UK Event
Sponsored by LIV Golf
There won't just be world-class golfers on display at JCB Golf & Country Club in July, but two famous music artists - plus a lot more
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Why Do Golf Courses Have So Many More Par 4s Than Par 3s And Par 5s?
The vast majority of golf courses have more par 4s - but why? We asked a golf course architect to explain...
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It's Estimated That Around 200 Billion Golf Shots Are Hit Every Year. Is It Possible To Track Them All?
We travel to a town just north of Copenhagen to find out how a small Danish start-up called ‘Trackman’ turned the ball-flight data world on its head 25 years ago with its instantly recognizable orange boxes...
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What Is A Ribbed Grip... And Could It Be The Secret To Unlocking Lower Scores?
It's a grip that offers a little bit of help, but one that could make a big difference to your game
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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
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From 'Get Off His Back' To 'He’s Showing His True Colors' - What Golf Fans Are Saying About Rory McIlroy's Recent Comments To The Media
Rory McIlroy opened up about why he's been skipping media after Saturday's third round at Oakmont - and golf fans had a lot to say
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Ben Griffin Is Trying To Become Maxfli's First Major Winner Since Greg Norman
No golfer has won a Major Championship with a Maxfli golf ball since 1993. A Ben Griffin victory would change that this weekend...
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Justin Hastings - 'The Last Am Standing' - Wins US Open Low Amateur At Oakmont
Of the 15 amateur golfers who teed it up at Oakmont on Thursday, only one made it through to the weekend
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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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