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How I Beat Golf Nerves: My 5-Tip Winter Plan For Mental Mastery
Single figure golfer Jess Ratcliffe on why winter is the perfect time to build the mental toolkit you need for competitive success
By Jess Ratcliffe Published
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Have You Ever Made An Eagle? Find Out If You're In The Minority Or Majority Of Amateur Golfers
Have you ever made an eagle on the golf course? This joyous moment is one that all amateur golfers hope to one day experience, but how many actually have?
By Baz Plummer Published
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PGA Tour vs DP World Tour vs LIV Golf: Which Circuit Has The Longest Hitters?
Watch any of the top men's professional tours and you will see elite golfers who hit the ball an incredibly long way, but which has the most bombers?
By Baz Plummer Published
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Why Is Course Rating Different For Men And Women Off The Same Tees?
It may seem obvious given that women, on average, hit it shorter distances than men, but there are plenty who buck that trend...
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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Diary Of A Secret Club Golfer: Slow Play Isn't Just Rude... It's Pure Arrogance!
Is slow play becoming more of an issue at club level? Our Secret Club Golfer certainly thinks so...
By Secret Club Golfer Published
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What Is The Difference Between A Driver, A Mini Driver And A 3-Wood?
We give you the information you need on what each of these clubs is at the top of the bag and which one might benefit your game the most
By Fergus Bisset Published
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The Equipment Debrief: PXG Makes Powerful Statement, Plus A '12 Out Of 10' New Shoe From FootJoy
The new gear continues to flow as we approach the first tour events of 2026, and we have the latest news on PXG's big-hitting signing
By Michael Weston Published
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I Was A Golf Purist, But I Finally Put My Pride Aside And Switched Ball Colour...
Single-figure golfer Carly Cummins on why she finally abandoned her 'white ball only' tradition and the surprising discovery that changed her game
By Carly Cummins Published
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The Pro-Game Shots I'd Pick If I Could Hand Out 10 Career Mulligans
Wouldn't it be nice to be able to take a shot again? These players would REALLY have liked to have had a mulligan at their disposal at certain points in their career
By Michael Weston Published
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How Far Does The Shortest Hitter On The PGA Tour Hit Their Driver?
Some of the shortest hitters on the PGA Tour have forged very successful careers, even in the modern age when competing with power players on the biggest stage
By Baz Plummer Published
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I've Taught Hundreds Of Kids: These Are The 7 Mistakes Parents Always Make With Junior Golf
PGA Professional Katie Dawkins shares the common pitfalls parents make when introducing juniors to the game - and the simple fixes that create golfers for life
By Katie Dawkins Published
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A Perfect Blend Of Strategy And Skill... The Winter Golf Competition Format Every Amateur Will Love
A modified yellow-ball format for the Golf Monthly team Christmas get-together added just the right amount of subtle strategy to the occasion...
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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When And Where Are The Women’s Golf Majors In 2026
A Major title is the ultimate accolade in a golfer's career. Here are the details of this year's women's championships when the world's best female players will be gunning for glory
By Alison Root Last updated
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6 Things Most Single-Figure Handicappers DON'T Do
If you're looking to get down to single figures and start regularly breaking 80, here are some things you should try to avoid doing...
By Elliott Heath Published
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'To Draw A Blank Was A Big Surprise' - Why Nelly Korda Went Winless In 2025 And What To Expect in 2026
Leading golf analyst Sophie Walker on the surprising stats behind Nelly Korda's 2025 season and her blueprint for a trophy-filled 2026
By Mark Townsend Published
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How Cold Is Too Cold To Play Golf? Have Your Say...
Whether you are a fair-weather golfer or a die-hard winter warrior, we all have our limits. The question is... how cold is too cold for you to tee it up?
By Baz Plummer Published
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Diary Of A Secret Club Golfer: Are Trophies Treated With The Respect They Deserve?
Honours boards are dotted all around golf clubhouses and getting your name on one is a source of pride, but what about the corresponding trophies?
By Secret Club Golfer Published
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Do Golfers Overcomplicate The Game? The Pursuit Of Perfection Could Actually Be Hurting Your Progress...
In theory, golf is an extremely simple sport to play... so why then do players make it unnecessarily complicated?
By Matt Cradock Published
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How Golf Monthly Tests Products
We explain how Golf Monthly produces the most thorough, informed and accurate product reviews to best inform your buying decisions
By Joel Tadman Last updated
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The Equipment Debrief: 'Close To Perfect' Irons Revealed, Rory's New Clubs And Other Exciting Launches
It's that busy time of the year for equipment, and we're about to see some big new arrivals hit the shelves
By Michael Weston Published
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18 Holes Is Tradition, Not Law: Why I'm Torn On The 12-Hole Revolution, But Certain That Golf Needs To Change
It's time to stop treating shorter rounds like a guilty secret
By Genelle Aldred Published
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5 Gear Changes That Could Help You Break 80 In 2026
You’re so, so close. Could one of these equipment changes finally help you to achieve your goal…
By Michael Weston Published
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How Many Club Championships Has Donald Trump Reportedly Won?
Donald Trump is so proud of his golfing successes that he's even had them posted on the official White House social media account...
By Roderick Easdale Published
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'We Don't Need Cargo Short-Wearing, Beer-Swilling Oafs On The Course' – Is The Dress Code Debate Golf's Most Divisive Issue?
Dress codes in golf have always been a hot topic for debate, with opposing arguments regularly shared over a post-round pint, but what's the right answer?
By Baz Plummer Published
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3 Reasons Why Golf Clubs Without Indoor Practice Facilities Are Missing A Trick
Indoor practice facilities provide a number of benefits for amateur golfers, teaching professionals and golf clubs - but some venues are behind the curve
By Baz Plummer Published
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New Year's Resolutions: The 5-Point Golfing Plan I'm Sticking Religiously To In 2026
I'm fed up of falling into old habits and repeating the same mistakes year after year, so here's what I'm going to do differently in 2026
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Diary Of A Secret Club Golfer: We Must Open Up Our Doors To Save Club Golf
The Secret Club Golfer believes more venues must open their clubhouses to the public in order to survive
By Secret Club Golfer Published
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When You're World No.1 And Haven't Won A Major, People Are Going To Ask Questions
Leading golf analyst Sophie Walker on a memorable 2025 and looking ahead to a bumper Major calendar
By Mark Townsend Published
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Why Traditional Golf Resolutions Fail... And 10 Alternatives That Actually Work
PGA Professional Emma Booth explains why hope isn't a strategy and how to trade outcome-obsession for better experiences
By Emma Booth Published
