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Crowning Comfort: Skechers 2025 Go Golf 36-Hole Challenge
Sponsored by Skechers Golf
We took three Golf Monthly readers to the London Club to test the latest Skechers Go Golf range of shoes.
By Dan Parker Published
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12 Things You’ll Only Understand If You’re A Mid-Handicap Golfer
Mid-handicappers don't know the feeling of breaking par or reeling off three birdies in a row, but they can all relate to the following scenarios...
By Nick Bonfield Published
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LIV Golf UK: Course Insights With JCB Head Pro Dan Bourne
Presented 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
By Michael Weston Published
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Stuck In The Sand? Why Your Bunker Play Is Failing (It’s Not What You Think!)
Uncover the hidden reasons you're struggling in the sand and escape every time
By Carly Cummins Published
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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...
By Michael Weston Published
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New To Golf? Here’s Why Second Hand Clubs Are The Perfect For Beginners
Sponsor Content Created With golfclubs4cash
Buying used golf clubs makes a lot of sense, especially if you’re a newcomer - and not just because it’s more affordable
By In partnership with golfclubs4cash Published
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5 Tips To Cope With Annoying Playing Partners... Should You Avoid Or Engage?
The vibe with your playing partner can influence your performance on the golf course, so what can you do when they are particularly irritating? Here are 5 tips
By Barry Plummer Published
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I Got Fitted For Every Club In The Bag… Here Are 6 Things That Surprised Me
Presented by TaylorMade Golf
Johnny Percival travelled to TaylorMade's Performance Lab at The Belfry to go through a full bag custom fitting and it threw up a few surprises...
By Johnny Percival Published
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Is It Ever Acceptable To Swear On The Golf Course?
Golf is frustrating and the temptation to scream profanities to the heavens can sometimes be overwhelming. But is it ever okay?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Two Years After The Shock Merger Announcement, Men’s Professional Golf Is Still A Mess. Here’s My Plan To Fix It…
An agreement to effectively merge LIV Golf and the PGA/DP World Tours was revealed in June 2023, but two years on, nothing has come to pass
By Nick Bonfield Published
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‘I’m Considering Giving Up Golf Because Green Fees Are Too High. It’s A Sad State Of Affairs’
Golf green fees are going through the roof in some parts of the world and it’s forcing keen players to make difficult decisions. But can anything be done?
By Nick Bonfield Published
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Who Knew? How Golf Became My Unexpected Social Hub
From simulators to tournaments, these tips will help turn golf into your social superpower
By Lauren Katims Published
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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...
By Michael Weston Published
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I'm A Long-Time Golf Club Member And The Dress Code Still Confuses Me
We've been conditioned to focus on what not to wear, making golf fashion unnecessarily complicated for members old and new
By Alison Root Published
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If You Could Only Ever Play Golf Alone, Would You Continue?
I was recently asked to reflect on my golfing habits, and I realised I rarely play golf alone. So, if playing solo was the only option... would you continue?
By Barry Plummer Published
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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...
By Michael Weston Published
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Take Your Time, Take Up Space: What Golf Teaches Women About Leadership
From the tee to the boardroom, it's time to own your spot. Discover how to stand your ground and thrive, without apology
By Genelle Aldred Published
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What Is An Albatross In Golf?
What is an albatross in golf? Well, it's certainly a very rare bird indeed as we explain in this article...
By Jeremy Ellwood Last updated
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I’ve Played Far Too Much Golf… But These 5 Things Will Never Get Old
Fergus Bisset has been playing golf for 40 years, and there have been quite a few low points. But these are the things that keep him coming back.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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More Than 70,000 Hit So Far In 2025… But How Many Fairways Does The Average PGA Tour Player Miss?
We are so used to seeing the top PGA tour players find fairways with relative ease, but the stats suggest they miss a fair few too. Question is...how many?
By Barry Plummer Published
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We Built The Ultimate TaylorMade Golf Bag Filled With Our Favourite Clubs... Are There Any You Would Swap?
We picked our favourite TaylorMade clubs and built the ultimate set. See if you agree with our choices, from driver right through to putter, and let us know...
By Fergus Bisset Published
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What To Expect At The LIV Golf UK Event
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
By Michael Weston Published
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Unlock Your Potential With Two Game-Changing Offerings At PGA TOUR Superstore
Sponsor Content Created With PGA TOUR Superstore
PGA TOUR Superstore has the answer if you’re looking to play better golf this year via its innovative Fit & Go program and Players Club Plus membership
By Sam De'Ath Published
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'I Blacked Out A Bit' - Ellie Skoog On Her 'Surreal' Filming Experience With Rory McIlroy And Niall Horan
From aspiring player to Scandinavia's biggest golf content creator. Meet Ellie Skoog, the authentic voice inspiring a new generation
By Alison Root Published
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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...
By Michael Weston Published
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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...
By Michael Weston Published
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I Was A High Handicapper – These 5 Practice Tips Slashed My Scores
Jess Ratcliffe went from a 34 to a 9 handicap in just one year. Discover her top 5 practice tips for high handicappers
By Jess Ratcliffe Published
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I Love Golf, But It Needs These 5 Fixes Now
A golfer's take on how to improve the game for women, beginners, and its future
By Katie Clarke Published
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Who Would Be The Longest Hitter Of All Time If Every Pro Golfer From History Was Transported To 2025?
If every bomber from every generation had a chance to use modern kit and receive modern training, who would be the longest hitter?
By Fergus Bisset Published