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What's The Longest Drive Hit By An Amateur Golfer In 2025... And How Do You Compare?
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We know how far tour golfers hit the ball off the tee, but what is the longest drive hit by an amateur golfer in 2025? I asked Shot Scope to find an answer...
By Baz Plummer Published
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'We Don't Need To Throw Out Tradition' - How Hybrid Thinking Is The Future Of Golf Club Culture
Why choose? We can blend history and progress to make the game practical, adaptable and welcoming
By Genelle Aldred Published
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'It's Unacceptable' - Why The Loft Of Your Driver Might Not Be What You Think
Equipment expert Joe Ferguson has discovered an uncomfortable truth of golf club manufacturing that means you might not be getting the club that you paid for
By Joe Ferguson Published
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I Swallowed My Pride And Bought A Decade-Old 4-Hybrid. It Has Changed My Game…
Elliott Heath writes a love letter to his 2015 Titleist 816H1 hybrid, which has been a superb replacement for his 4-iron
By Elliott Heath Published
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Do Putts Turn More On Fast Greens Or Slow Greens?
How much break should you allow for on different types of greens?
By Roderick Easdale Published
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The Hidden Costs Of Golf: What You’re Not Budgeting For
Most of the costs associated with golf are pretty obvious, but there are others you may not have considered. It’s good to be aware of them...
By Fergus Bisset Published
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This Isn't Just A Pink Golf Bag... It's A Statement Of Hope
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Vessel launches a new collection to support the cause
By Alison Root Published
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Strike Your Irons Purely: Chris Ryan’s 3 Keys to Consistent Contact
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Strike Your Irons Purely: Chris Ryan’s 3 Keys to Consistent Contact
By Sam De'Ath Published
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5 Signs You Are Completely Obsessed With Tour Golf
Lots of people like to occasionally watch tour golf and some might call themselves fans, but are you obsessed? If you recognise these five signs, you might be
By Baz Plummer Published
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I Couldn’t Stop Pulling My Irons 30-Yards Left… Until I Had This Game-Changing Lesson
Joel Tadman had had enough of his woeful iron play and during his first lesson for over 10 years, discovered the fix for his card-wrecking problem
By Joel Tadman Published
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The 10 Oldest Golf Clubs Outside The UK
Allowing one per country, we look at the 10 oldest golf clubs outside the UK still in existence today. They are spread across the continents.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Is Putter Tech a Myth? We Tested Models From Three Different Eras To Find Out
Sponsored by GolfClubs4Cash
Two classic putters in the form of the Wilson 8802 and the Ping Anser take on the cutting-edge L.A.B. Golf Mezz.1 Max to see if modern technology actually makes a difference on the greens
By Joe Ferguson Published
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Is Tour Player Petulance On The Rise?
Are the top players behaving in a moodier manner, or is it simply that the way the modern world works means they’re more closely under the microscope?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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I'm A Golf Coach. Do I Believe AI Will Ever Take My Job?... Maybe
PGA professional Emma Booth on an AI revolution that's raising questions for pros across all industries
By Emma Booth Published
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‘For A Nation That Prides Itself On Patriotism, The USA’s Inability To Foster Team Spirit Is Baffling’
Every Ryder Cup, it seems as if camaraderie and unity comes far more naturally to the European team. We explore why that is and whether it will ever change
By Nick Bonfield Published
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Olympic Gold In Los Angeles, More Majors Or The Ryder Cup Captaincy... What's Next For Rory McIlroy?
After an impressive season in 2025, winning a Ryder Cup away and a first Green Jacket to complete the Career Grand Slam, what's next for Rory McIlroy?
By Baz Plummer Published
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'Some Of The Worst Behaviour I've Ever Seen' – Social Media Slams 'Completely Unacceptable' Fan Conduct At Ryder Cup
Proceedings took a fiery turn at the Ryder Cup yesterday, both on and off the course, but did the home fans take it too far? It's time to have your say...
By Baz Plummer Published
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How To Watch The Ryder Cup For Free
You could watch the USA vs Europe contest without paying a penny – here's how to watch the Ryder Cup for free online.
By Patrick Fletcher Published
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TV 'Coverage Driving Me Insane Already' – Social Media Erupts Over Quality Of Televised Ryder Cup Action
The Ryder Cup television coverage was less than an hour into the first session before infuriated golf fans were venting on social media, but what's going wrong?
By Baz Plummer Published
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The Difference Between Four-Ball and Foursomes In Golf
The first two days of the Ryder Cup feature 16 four-ball and foursomes matches. But what is the key difference between these formats?
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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What Is Foursomes? How Ryder Cup Alternate-Shot Format Works
The popular pairs golf format is used in the Ryder Cup as well as other big team matches, but how does it work?
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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How To Watch The Ryder Cup 2025: Broadcasters, TV Guide
The 45th Ryder Cup sees USA and Europe face off at Bethpage Black from September 26-28 – we have the details on TV coverage and streaming for the 2025 Ryder Cup.
By Patrick Fletcher Last updated
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How Many Shots Would You Get Off The Back Tees At Bethpage Black?
Bethpage Black is hosting the 2025 Ryder Cup this week, but the municipal course is one that anyone can play. Question is... how many shots would you get?
By Baz Plummer Published
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What Is A Gimme In Golf... And Why Do They Sometimes Cause Controversy?
We look at what gimmes are, how they work, who can use them and when they can be awarded
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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5 Key Terms Heard At Every Ryder Cup (And What They Mean) - How Many Do You Know?
There are some key terms we always hear at the Ryder Cup, like dormie, foursomes and four-balls, but what do they mean? Our golf glossary provides clarity...
By Baz Plummer Published
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Was 'The Concession' A Great Act Of Sportsmanship Or A Crazy Thing To Do In A Ryder Cup?
When Jack Nicklaus gave Tony Jacklin a putt to tie the 1969 Ryder Cup, did he do the right thing, or was it a competitive mistake?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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How Does Golf's Four-Ball Better-Ball Format Work?
Four-ball better-ball is a very popular format in the amateur game, but it's also used at some of the biggest team events in golf
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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What Is A Risk-Reward Hole?
A risk-reward hole provides a golfer with the opportunity to be strategic, but it's also be a great chance to be bold and jump up the leaderboard
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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'I Remember Getting Overwhelmed At Times And Having To Take A Couple Of Minutes For Myself, Just To Breathe'
Ludvig Aberg was a surprise selection in Europe's 2023 Ryder Cup Team, but he delivered under pressure in Rome. Here, he talks about his debut appearance...
By Robin Barwick Published
