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How Many Shots Do Amateur Golfers Lose When Finding A Bunker? Penal Reality Revealed In 2026 DataGolfers know that finding a bunker is rarely a good thing... but just how much of an impact do the sand traps have on scoring for amateurs?
By Baz Plummer Published
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It's Been 1,599 Days Since Jordan Spieth's Last PGA Tour Victory. What On Earth Is Going On?Spieth recently missed the cut by nine at The Open to extend his Major drought to nine full seasons. Will he ever make it back to the top of the game?
By Elliott Heath Published
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5 Bad Golf Habits You’ve Picked Up From YouTube (And Why They’re Ruining Your Swing)Why online tips often lead to information overload, ruined mechanics, and higher scores. How to separate good advice from swing traps
By Katie Dawkins Published
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'I Think My Era Of The Old-Fashioned Club Professional Is Dying Out' – Retiring 45-Year St Enodoc Pro On The Substantial Changes He's WitnessedAfter 45 years as club professional at St Enodoc in Cornwall, Nick Williams is retiring in 2026. He spoke with Fergus Bisset to reflect on his experiences
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Sore Wrists After Practice? This Shock-Dampening Golf Grip Could Be a Game-ChangerTested at Golf Pride’s Global Innovation Center, this ultra-soft, reduced-taper grip filters out harsh impact vibration to keep joint pain at bay.
By Joe Ferguson Published
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6 Amazing Golf Clubs That Aren’t ExpensiveSponsored by golfclubs4cash
Sam De'Ath dives into the second-hand market to find 6 amazing golf clubs that can improve your game and won't break the bank
By Sam De'Ath Published
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I’ve Taken My Son To The Open Championship For Years… This Time, Everything ChangedFrom tented village games to technical strategy - how a shared passion for golf transformed a summer tradition into something very special
By Carly Cummins Published
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Senior Club Fitter Reveals The Number One Mistake Golfers Are Making With Their EquipmentThere's a lot to think about with your golf gear but if you don't seek expert advice, you could make this crucial mistake that so many others make
By Gianni Magliocco Published
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7 Of The Best Value Golf Memberships In 2026Golf Club membership costs are rising but there are still clubs out there offering great value for money. We take a look at seven of them here.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Is Being 'Over-Golfed' Real? Why Playing Every Day Can BackfireFrom physical burnout to ruined swing mechanics, here are 5 reasons why playing less golf could transform your game
By Carly Cummins Published
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I Have Attended 18 Open Championships. Here Are 5 Reasons Why This Was The Best... And One Frustrating BugbearNeil Tappin casts his eye over the 2026 Open Championship and explains why this was his favourite of the 18 he's attended
By Neil Tappin Published
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Most Amateur Golfers Cannot Recognize The Game The Pros Are Playing... Is Bifurcation Now Inevitable?Neil Tappin takes a look at the issue of distance on Tour and asks whether bifurcation is now inevitable
By Neil Tappin Published
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I Spent 12 Hours At The Open... Fan Behaviour Was Wildly Different To The US OpenFan behaviour at the 2026 US Open was widely criticised, but after spending the day at Royal Birkdale I was shocked at the difference in spectator conduct
By Baz Plummer Published
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8 Reasons High-Handicappers Shouldn't Be Scared Of A Club FittingWorried that he wasn't good enough for a golf club fitting, Rob Spedding headed to Callaway to face his fears
By Rob Spedding Published
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'I Was In A Dire Place. I Found Water Off The Tee And Chunked My Next Shot Into The Burn. I Was So Embarrassed. I Wanted The Ground To Open Up And Swallow Me' – How Padraig Harrington Turned Despair Into Joy And Became A Double Open ChampionPadraig Harrington discusses his iconic shots at Carnoustie and Birkdale, reflects on being a double Open Champion and explains why he still thinks he can win another Claret Jug
By David Facey Published
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Crafted Without Compromise: Inside The Bettinardi BB Putter SeriesSponsor Content Created With Bettinardi Golf
How a longstanding commitment to one-piece American milling and award-winning face technology created the most authoritative putter line in the game
By Golf Monthly Published
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I've Covered 47 Open Championships, Including Six At Royal Birkdale. I Know Where I'll Be Putting My MoneyEditor-at-large Bill Elliott reflects on Birkdale Opens past, the recent course changes and, of course, who might get their hands on the coveted Claret Jug
By Bill Elliott Published
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'The Talent Is There, But Where Are The Eyes?' - Mel Reid On How The LPGA Can Drive Real Fan EngagementIn this exclusive interview, former player turned broadcaster Mel Reid delivers a candid appraisal of what the LPGA must do to grow its audience and energise fans on the ground
By Alison Root Published
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'If It Plays Firm And Fast, He's Definitely Someone To Keep An Eye On' – Wayne Riley Picks His Open Champion, Reveals Two Players To Watch And Assesses Birkdale's ChangesSky Sports' Wayne Riley will be on the ground at Royal Birkdale. Here, he picks some players to watch and shares his thoughts on the golf course
By Wayne Riley Published
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Why Every Golfer Should Have A Ball Fitting To Stop Wasting ShotsSponsored by Titleist
Sam De'Ath and Dan Parker discover how an elite ball fitting experience completely changed the way they think about their most important equipment choice
By Sam De'Ath Published
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My 3 Key Takeaways From A Round At Royal Birkdale Ahead Of The 2026 OpenRoyal Birkdale hosts the 154th Open and I now have a far better idea of what players and fans can expect after a memorable day out on the iconic links
By Elliott Heath Published
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How Far Does The Average Amateur Golfer Hit Their Pitching Wedge In 2026?Most amateur golfers could tell you how far they hit their driver, but how many know their carry yardage with a pitching wedge? Latest Shot Scope data revealed
By Baz Plummer Published
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Was Scottie Scheffler's 'Casual' Attire On The Golf Course Acceptable? - Our (Unanimous) VerdictA viral video of World No.1 Scottie Scheffler playing golf at North Berwick in gym shorts and a collarless shirt has been circulating on social media this week
By Baz Plummer Published
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Slow Golfers Are Rightly Derided… But Are Extremely Fast Players Also Selfish?Golfers whose sole mission appears to be setting a new PB for the quickest-ever round can also wind people up
By Michael Weston Published
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I'm Loving Golf More Than Ever And I Have The World Handicap System To ThankThere’s no question the World Handicap System is divisive, but as a nomadic golfer, it’s made me enjoy every round more
By Nick Bonfield Published
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The 10 Most Popular Golf Balls On The PGA Tour In 2026What golf balls do the world's best players use? One ball (two models) dominate the list...
By Michael Weston Published
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6 Ways You're Unintentionally Annoying Your Playing PartnersWe all want to enjoy our game of golf and for those we are playing with to enjoy theirs. But are you irritating your playing partners without realising it?
By Roderick Easdale Published
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Why Choice Is The Only Metric That Matters When Buying Golf ClubsSponsor Content Created With Golfclubs4cash
The ultimate shortcut to better golf is choice and when it comes to affordable golf clubs and other key items, none offer a better selection than Golfclubs4cash
By Golf Monthly Published
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I Refuse To Stop At The Halfway House In Golf Competitions... And 2026 Data Proves I Might Be RightSingle-figure golfer Carly Cummins on why a mid-round pitstop is a total momentum killer and how it affects different skill levels
By Carly Cummins Published
