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'The Progress I Craved Is Now Suffocating Me' - Confessions Of A Mid-Handicap GolferI spent years trying to break 100. Now, the days of three-figure scores are (mostly) behind me, but progress has left me in a claustrophobic nightmare...
By Baz Plummer Published
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Golf Monthly 1911 ClubWelcome to the Golf Monthly 1911 Club - our premium, members-only content hub designed to bring you even closer to the game you love
By Golf Monthly Published
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Why US Ratings Tell The Wrong Story About The Solheim CupOur women's editor Alison Root on the transatlantic disconnect over the 2026 Solheim Cup
By Alison Root Published
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‘We Tell Him He’s A Cheat, But It’s Water Off A Duck’s Back’ – Club Golfer Details Blatant SandbaggingMany golfers have long argued the World Handicap System is open to manipulation, and most have either witnessed or heard stories of sandbagging and banditry
By Nick Bonfield Published
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The Reasons Your Set’s Standard Sand Wedge Is Failing YouIf you struggle to escape the sand, the issue might not be your swing - it's the club that came with your set
By Carly Cummins Published
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5 Key Things To Consider If You’re Thinking Of Changing Golf ClubHad enough of your current golf club? We give you five key things to consider when looking for a new golfing home…
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Which Golf Rules (If Any) Are Okay To Break In Casual Rounds?It's essential to adhere to the rules during all competitive and card-in-hand rounds, but how should the rules be applied during casual golf?
By Elliott Heath Published
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Why Your Golf Scores Are Stuck (And 5 Things I Did To Break The Plateau)From rushing putts to overcoming tricky hazards, small practical changes can lead to significantly lower golf scores
By Lauren Katims Published
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The Expensive Golf Equipment That Is Really Worth Your MoneyEquipment testers Dan Parker and Joe Ferguson talk about some of their favorite pricey products that fully justify the expense
By Michael Weston Published
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This Unique Launch Monitor Not Only Tells You What Happened During Your Swing, But WhySponsor Content Created With NeoPace
The days of launch monitors spitting out numbers and putting the onus on you to determine what they mean may be over courtesy of the NeoPace G10 Pro.
By Golf Monthly Published
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It's Time We Start Criticising Scottie Scheffler For His Aversion To Leaving America… Is He Doing Enough As A Global Ambassador?The American is a golfing phenomenon, but his reluctance to compete outside the USA is problematic. The World No.1 should be a global ambassador for the game
By Nick Bonfield Published
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The Staggering Financial Gap Between Nelly Korda And The Rest Of The LPGA FieldBig purses, steep costs, and the widening wealth gap in women's golf
By Mark Townsend Published
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Which Caddies Have Made More Than $1,000,000 In 2026?The modern golf caddie has entered a new financial stratosphere. Thanks to massive modern prize funds, staying on the right bag can be a multi-million-dollar career
By Roderick Easdale Published
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3 Reasons I Love Being A High-Handicapper (Even Though I'd Rather Not Be)I've been slowly cutting my handicap over the past 18 months, while still retaining my high-handicapper status. It's frustrating, but it's not all bad...
By Baz Plummer Published
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Stop Losing Your Golf Ball: 9 Smart Ways To Locate Errant ShotsStop wasting time and strokes with these simple strategies to track your golf ball and find it quickly
By Roderick Easdale Published
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I Had A Holiday Romance With A Rental Club... But I Think The Love Might Be FadingThere was once an instant spark, but now I'm wondering whether the club I once loved is really the right option for me anymore...
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Are You Playing The Right Golf Ball? Our Experts List Their Preferred Options For Every Handicap RangeIt's essential to play with a golf ball that's suitable for your game, so our team of gear gurus has put together a list of favourites in each category
By Michael Weston Published
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Forget Boring Golf: Why We Desperately Need More Match Play EventsPGA Pro Katie Dawkins on why raw passion, drama, and the magic of match play hold the ultimate blueprint for growing the game
By Katie Dawkins Published
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On The Ground At The Solheim Cup: 7 Personal TakeawaysOur Women’s Editor Alison Root on the miracle putts, relentless energy, and the non-stop drama at the 2026 Solheim Cup
By Alison Root Published
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This Unreleased Driver Is Chalking Up Massive Tour Wins... But When Can You Get It?Major champions like Ryan Fox and Shane Lowry are putting Srixon's unreleased driver straight into play - here’s when full specs drop and when you can get fitted…
By Joe Ferguson Published
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I Played In The World's Largest Amateur Golf Tournament... It Was Quite An ExperienceAt the Myrtle Beach World Amateur, ordinary players can have an extraordinary experience, as I found out
By Mike Bailey Published
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How Many Greens In Regulation Do 5-, 10- And 15-Handicap Golfers Hit On Average?How accurate are amateur golfers when hitting approach shots into the green? We analyse the latest 2026 Shot Scope Data to find out...
By Baz Plummer Published
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Golf Monthly Forum Debate: Should You Try Direct-to-Consumer Clubs?The attractive prices mean they are growing in popularity but what are the drawbacks and are they right for your bag?
By Gianni Magliocco Published
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The 11 Most Underrated Golfers Of All TimeMore than a handful of professional golfers probably don't get the credit their achievements deserve...
By Michael Weston Published
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Irons Vs Hybrids Vs Fairway Woods Vs Wedges – How Many Of Each Should You Carry?Are you struggling to work out how many of each type of club you should carry? There are basic principles to keep in mind
By Michael Weston Published
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Switching Into Ping's Scottsdale TEC Ally Blue Onset Helped Wyndham Clark Lead the 2026 Tour Putting Stats... Here's How It HappenedSponsor Content Created With PING
With three victories in 2026 including a major championship, Wyndham Clark has enjoyed a stellar season thanks to his switch into the Ping Scottsdale TEC Ally Blue Onset putter
By Joel Tadman Published
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I’ve Learned So Much About My Game This Summer. I’ll Take These 7 Lessons Forward (As Should You)I’ve never experienced drier conditions than this summer and that presented opportunities, challenges and learnings. Here’s what I took away from an eventful few months on the bone-dry fairways
By Nick Bonfield Published
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'Hit A Provisional Or Take The NR' – Why The Return-To-Tee Rule Needs To GoSlow play is a huge problem in golf, and this incident proves it. If you fail to hit a provisional ball and you can't find it, you should take the NR
By Baz Plummer Published
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Drama, Heroics, And Heartbreak Through 10 Iconic Solheim Cup MomentsFrom historic upsets to unforgettable controversies, the dramatic highlights that define golf’s greatest team rivalry
By Mark Townsend Published
