
Neil Tappin
In July 2023, Neil became just the 9th editor in Golf Monthly's 112-year history. Originally working with the best coaches in the UK to produce instruction content, he went on to become a feature writer interviewing many of the biggest names in the game including Tiger Woods, Seve Ballesteros, Rory McIlroy and Arnold Palmer.
Throughout his time with the brand he has also covered equipment launches that date back well over a decade. He clearly remembers the launch of the Callaway and Nike square drivers as well as the white TaylorMade metalwood families, such as the RocketBallz!
A 5-handicap golfer, Neil is a club member who takes a keen interest in the health of the game at grassroots level. You’ll often now find him writing about club-related issues such as WHS, membership retention and how best to bridge the gap between the range and the course.
Neil is currently playing: Driver: Titleist TSR2 Fairway Wood: Titleist TSR2 Hybrid: Titleist TS3 Irons: PING Blueprint S (4&5), PING Blueprint T (6-PW) Wedges: Titleist Vokey SM7 50˚, 54˚, 60˚ Putter: Odyssey Ai Dual Square-To-Square Jailbird Ball: Titleist Pro V1X
Latest articles by Neil Tappin
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Are The Rules Of Golf Too Confusing?
Neil Tappin asks, are the rules of golf too confusing? And lays out the simple but equally compelling arguments for and against
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"Beautiful And Challenging" Gloria New Course Review
In this Gloria New Course Review, Neil Tappin heads to Belek to discover what this 2005 design has to offer
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I'm Sick Of Hearing Pros Use The Phrase 'Growing The Game' But The Truth Is We Do Need It To Grow Now More Than Ever
Neil Tappin looks at the role golf can play, particularly for our young people in a world of smart phones and social media
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Is This The UK's Most Luxurious Golf Resort?
Neil Tappin travels to Scotland to experience Gleneagles and asks, is this the UK's most luxurious golf resort?
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I Was Recently Told Off For Wearing The Wrong Golf Socks… Is It Time To Abandon Dress Codes Altogether?
Having recently been reprimanded for his choice of socks, Neil Tappin asks whether it is time to abandon dress codes at golf clubs altogether?
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“I Know Keegan Very Well, We've Been Quite Close Friends For A Long Time And I Certainly Don't Underestimate Him.” Luke Donald On The Challenge Of Going Head To Head With Keegan Bradley
In this exclusive interview, Europe’s captain Luke Donald speaks about his opposite number as well as the tactics he uses to pair players on the first two days.
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"It’s A High, High-Pressure Situation. You Really Care About Winning And At Times Your Temper, And Your Judgment, Can Be Tested. There’s Nothing Wrong With That – It Just Shows How Much They Care." Luke Donald On The Challenge Of Winning An Away Ryder Cup
In this exclusive interview, Rolex Testimonee and European Captain Luke Donald explains the challenge of winning an away Ryder Cup
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I’ve Loved Being A Club Golfer For The Last 35 Years But Here’s One Huge Change I’d Make To Improve The Game
Having played thousands of rounds of golf, Neil Tappin considers how one big change would solve a number of the game's biggest problems
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Who Is Tommy Fleetwood’s Caddie? Meet Ian Finnis
Fleetwood has employed close friend Ian Finnis as his caddie for most of his professional career - get to know him better here
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Is Scottie Scheffler’s Dominance Good For Fan Engagement?
Men's professional golf has entered a new era but is is Scottie Scheffler's dominance good for fan engagement?
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Best Mid Price Golf Balls 2025
We take a look at the best mid price golf balls currently available on the market
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How Often Should You Upgrade Your Driver?
We try to answer what can be a very difficult question for many golfers...
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The Scenic And Quintessentially English Golf Resort That's Begging To Be Explored
GM editor Neil Tappin heads down to Tewkesbury Park Hotel in the famous English abbey town for a couple of days' golf...
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Galvin Green Lyndon Windproof Jacket Review
Aimed at autumn and winter golf, the Galvin Green Lyndon windproof jacket promises elite levels of protection in changeable weather
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Should My Golf Clubs Have Regular Or Stiff Shafts?
A crucial choice when buying golf clubs is what shaft flex to select. Here we give you the information you need to decide between regular and stiff shafts
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How To Stop 3-Putting: Expert Tips From A Top Tour Coach
Learning how to stop 3-putting is a crucial lesson for all amateur golfers. In this video and article, Tour Coach Liam James shares his expert putting tips...
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Perfect Practice Perfect Putting Mat Review
We test out the Dustin Johnson-endorsed putting mat to see how it performs at home.
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I Narrowly Avoided A Bizarre Penalty On The Golf Course... Why All Golfers Need To Check These Perplexing Rules!
The rules of golf can be confusing, no matter how experienced you are in the game. In this video and article, we clear up five of the most perplexing examples
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PING Prodi G 2024 Junior Set Review
The PING Prodi G 2024 junior set is designed to offer premium performance but is it worth the investment?
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Sergio Garcia Reveals How To Play The 2 Show-Stopping Short Game Shots That Helped Him Win The Masters
Want to know how Sergio Garcia performs his wedge game wizardry? The former Masters Champion shares his tips on how to sharpen up your short game...
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What Makes A Great Golf Course? Our Panel Of Experts Reveal All...
What Makes A Great Golf Course? This was the question we posed to our panel of Top 100 Courses experts
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'I Took My 9 Year-Old Son To Watch His First Pro Golf Event… Here’s What Happened!'
Knowing how to introduce kids to pro golf watching is a challenge, here's how GM Editor Neil Tappin approached it
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How To Use Golf Alignment Sticks
Understanding how to use golf alignment sticks in practice could be a game changer in improving your performance on the course...
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7 Reasons Why Golfers Are Great In Relationships
Golfers have a lot of desirable qualities when it comes to relationships, but how many of these apply to you or your other half?
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