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'Thank You For Your Brief But Unyielding Reign Of Terror' - My Love Letter To Oakmont
The 2025 US Open at Oakmont had everything, from unrelenting carnage to a blockbuster ending, and I must say... I loved every single minute of it!
By Barry Plummer Published
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Why Spaun's Major Win Will Likely Be The First Of Many For L.A.B. Golf
J.J. Spaun created history after winning the US Open with a L.A.B. Golf DF3 putter, the maiden major for the company, and Sam De'Ath thinks it could be the first of many
By Sam De'Ath Published
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Money In Golf Has Changed The Game For The Worse… Player Behaviour Is More Childish Than Ever
I’m not thrilled about the state of men’s professional golf at the moment and this year’s US Open shined a spotlight on some of the recurring issues
By Nick Bonfield Published
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Should Players Be Punished For Angry Outbursts At US Open?
Oakmont Country Club is getting to some of the top names in the game, leading to angry outbursts on the course, but should they be punished for their actions?
By Barry Plummer Published
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I'm Finding The US Open TV Coverage Hard To Watch... But These 4 Changes Would Re-Engage Golf Fans
The US Open TV coverage has tested the extent of my engagement levels so far, but these four changes would re-engage golf fans and improve the overall quality
By Barry Plummer Published
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What Are The Degree Loft Of Golf Clubs?
Read our guide to find out the lofts of different golf clubs...
By Sam De'Ath Last updated
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I Get It's A US Open, But The Pace Of Play Is Soul-Destroying
I am a huge advocate for the US Open being hard, but watching pros take almost six hours to play a round of golf is ludicrous. Amateurs would be lambasted...
By Barry Plummer Published
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I Want To See Players Struggle, Not A Bloated Birdie-Fest... Should A Score Of Par (Or Worse) Win The US Open?
We haven't seen a US Open win at par or worse since 2018, but do we want more golf courses to test players to that extent? The GM team have their say...
By Barry Plummer Published
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'I Want Carnage At Major Championships' – The 5 Hardest Holes At Oakmont Will Terrorise Players At The US Open
Oakmont is shaping up to be a worth opponent for the best golfers in the world, as they aim to capture a US Open victory, but which holes will play the hardest?
By Barry Plummer Published
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The Surprising Club That Could Hold The Key To US Open Success
Could this specialist Titleist Vokey wedge be the key to mastering the greenside rough and plentiful bunkers at Oakmont Country Club?
By Sam De'Ath Published
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‘I’m Certain They Wouldn’t Finish’ - US Open Stars Predict How An 18-Handicapper Would Fare Around Oakmont
Oakmont Country Club is shaping up to be one of the toughest tests in recent US Open memory, so how many shots would an 18-handicapper take to play it?
By Barry Plummer Published
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Follow These 8 Rules To Keep Double Bogeys Off Your Scorecard
Joel Tadman runs through the 8 rules golfers need to follow if they want to keep double bogeys off their scorecard, with the help of data from Shot Scope
By Joel Tadman Published
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'At That Stage, He'd Never Heard Of A Product Embargo' – The Blunder That Landed Rick Shiels In Hot Water On His Very First Golf Club Review
Rick Shiels' YouTube career could have been over before it started after an inadvertent mistake on his first ever product review...
By Nick Bonfield Published
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MOI Isn’t Just A Driver Thing… Here’s Why Some Of The Best Players In The World Are Using High MOI Putters
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How forgiving mallet putters deliver the stability and consistency the world’s best players are searching for on the greens
By Sam De'Ath Published
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I Asked Google Gemini To Pick The 2025 US Open Winner... But I Banned It From Picking Scheffler!
Picking the winner of the 2025 US Open is a tricky task, so I asked Google Gemini to give me a hand. Its response was obvious, so I banned Scottie Scheffler...
By Barry Plummer Published
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I’m Stunned By My Course Handicap At Oakmont… How Many Shots Would You Get Off The Championship Tees?
Oakmont Country Club is considered one of the toughest US Open venues, but I was still shocked by how many shots my course handicap gives me! Check yours here
By Barry Plummer Published
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The Equipment Changes Players May Make To Tackle The US Open
Equipment tester Joe Ferguson has been looking at what changes players at the US Open might be making to their bag...
By Joe Ferguson Published
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Don’t Overlook Insurance When Planning Your Golf Trip
Golfers can presume that their household insurance provides cover for their expensive equipment when on a golf trip, but this may not always be the case
By Golf Monthly Published
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'Some Mollycoddled Pros Will Fail The US Open's Mental Test Before A Ball Is Struck By Bemoaning The Challenge And Lambasting The USGA'
Every year when the US Open rolls around, some professional golfers take umbrage at the USGA’s course set-up. It promises to be the same this week at Oakmont…
By Nick Bonfield Published
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'Posting In A Swimsuit? Sure. On The Golf Course, I Wear Golf Clothes' - Blair O’Neal On Brand, Balance And Being First
She modelled, she played, she built a brand that resonates. Blair O'Neal's take on content, class and connection continues to inspire
By Alison Root Published
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Why We Need To Remove The Stigma Around Tees
How the right choice of tees can help us to enjoy the game more
By Mark Townsend Published
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I Hit Every TaylorMade P-Series Iron And Here Is What I Learned…
Presented by TaylorMade Golf
Golf club expert Joe Ferguson has been working his way through the TaylorMade P-Series range to see what it can offer your game…
By Joe Ferguson Published
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My Golf Club Membership Has Increased 36%... And That's Not Even The Most Disgraceful Part!
My golf club membership has increased a whopping 36% in 2025, but the worst part is that it's been changed without my permission, or any consultation
By Matt Cradock Published
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Golf's Putting Precipice: At What Distance Is A 3-Putt More Likely Than A 1-Putt?
We all would like to improve our proximity to the hole, but at what distance is a 3-putt more likely than a 1-putt? This data reveals the putting precipice...
By Barry Plummer Published
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Is Your Golf Course Failing Women? Here’s What They Notice
Why a woman's playing experience is often more challenging on golf courses not designed with her game in mind
By Katie Dawkins Published
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How Slow Is Too Slow For A Round Of Golf... And How Fast Is Too Fast?
Pace of play is one of the most discussed issues in golf, but what timing should we be aiming for? What is too slow? And can a round be played too quickly?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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The Ten Best Clubs I Have Ever Tested
PGA Professional Joe Ferguson counts down the ten favorite golf clubs he has reviewed during his time at Golf Monthly…
By Joe Ferguson Published
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I Let Nerves Ruin My Golf Game For Years… Here’s What Changed
Anxiety on the course holds back many golfers. These 5 tips will help turn fear into confident play
By Katie Dawkins Published
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How Far Would Arnold Palmer Have Driven The Golf Ball With Modern Equipment?
The King was known for his powerful ball striking and driving prowess. In his prime, how far would he have struck it if he’d been handed modern-day kit?
By Fergus Bisset Published