
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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What On Earth Has Happened To Dustin Johnson?
The former World No.1 joined LIV Golf in the summer of 2022, and his form has taken a major dip in the years since
By Michael Weston Published
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Golf Club Membership Is In Decline. So What Does The Future Hold?
Is time running out for the traditional structure of members’ golf clubs in the UK? Do clubs need to adapt in order to survive?
By Fergus Bisset Last updated
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How Far Does The Average Club Golfer Hit Their 7-Iron?
We've had a look at the numbers – and they might just surprise you....
By Michael Weston Last updated
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9 Perks Of Winning The AIG Women’s Open
It's not just the elegant trophy that the winner will walk away with...
By Michael Weston Last updated
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The 10 Most Popular Drivers On The PGA Tour In 2025
We tally up the numbers after taking a look at every driver played on the PGA Tour this season
By Michael Weston Published
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How Often Should You Upgrade Your Golf Clubs?
Keeping your equipment up to date could help you maximize performance, but how often should you change your clubs?
By Michael Weston Last updated
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What Is Considered A Low, Mid And High Handicap... And Where Do You Fit?
Once you have a handicap, you're generally considered to be either a low, mid or high handicap player
By Michael Weston Last updated
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How Much Did Padraig Harrington's Caddie Make At The Senior Open?
Padraig Harrington won an eye-catching first prize for his maiden Senior Open title, but how much did his caddie bank?
By Michael Weston Published
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Padraig Harrington Makes History In Sunningdale After Senior Open Victory
Padraig Harrington claimed a three stroke victory to become just the fifth player in history to win both The Open Championship and Senior Open
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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After Two Years Away From The Game, Victor Dubuisson Claims Victory In His Home Country
Dubuisson retired from the game in 2023 but, upon his return on the Alps Tour this week, fired rounds of 62, 65 and 61 to claim victory in France
By Michael Weston Published
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Who Is Joaquin Niemann's Caddie?
Prior to LIV Golf UK in 2025, Joaquin Niemann had been working with long-time caddie Gary Matthews, but was recently spotted with a new caddie on the bag
By Michael Weston Last updated
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'I'm Really Grateful For Them' - Joaquin Niemann Details Reason For Caddie And Coach Split After Open Championship
The Chilean, who leads LIV Golf UK at JCB Golf & Country Club, has made wholesale changes to his team, with Niemann explaining why at JCB Golf & Country Club
By Michael Weston Published
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What Is Strokeplay In Golf?
What Is Strokeplay In Golf?
By Michael Weston Last updated
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What is Bingo Bango Bongo?
Learn about the fun game of Bingo Bango Bongo here.
By Michael Weston Last updated
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My 11-Year-Old Son Didn’t Like Golf… But Have I Stumbled Across The Answer?
Golf can be a hard sell for a lot of parents. Could this be the answer to getting your children into golf?
By Michael Weston Published
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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?
By Michael Weston Last updated
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The Open 2025: Scottie Scheffler Comfortably Leads By Four Strokes Going Into Final Round At Royal Portrush
Scottie Scheffler carded a four-under-par third round of 67 to lead The Open Championship by four strokes from Haotong Li going into the final day in Northern Ireland
By Elliott Heath Last updated
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'Grossly Unfair Unless The Whole Field Are Subject To This VAR Type Of Forensic Examination' - What Golf Fans Think Of Shane Lowry's Controversial Open Rules Penalty
The rules incident during the second round, which ended up costing Shane Lowry two shots, has got a lot of people talking...
By Michael Weston Published
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Nathan Kimsey Facts: 15 Things You Didn't Know About The Former Walker Cupper
Get to know England's Nathan Kimsey, who came through Open qualifying to make his first Major Championship appearance at Royal Portrush in 2025
By Michael Weston Published
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Rasmus vs Nicolai Hojgaard: How The Stats And Careers Compare Between Golf’s Power Twins
The Danish golfing prodigies are two of the brightest stars in the professional golf
By Michael Weston Published
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Harris English Praises Stand-In Caddie After Eric Larson Denied Entry Into UK
The American's regular bagman is at home in the United States, but he got off to the perfect start in Northern Ireland with his putting coach on the bag
By Michael Weston Published
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Brand New Northern Irish Links Course Confirmed After £30m Investment
These are exciting times for Northern Ireland, with a new championship links course on the way
By Michael Weston Published
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The Open 2025: Pro Cards Disastrous 10 After Out Bounds Followed By Bunker Nightmare
Shaun Norris' tournament suffered a major blow in the space of 20 painful minutes
By Michael Weston Published
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Where Every Open Venue Ranks In Our Top 100
Get to know your Open Championship venues past and present - and find out where they can be found on our Top 100 list
By Michael Weston Last updated