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Why You DON'T Need To Make More Birdies To Chop 5 Shots Off Your Handicap
For a mid-handicap golfer, the route towards shooting lower scores and improving your handicap index is clear... if you have access to the right data!
By Barry Plummer Published
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'I Tested 4 Golf Training Aids... One Is A Bargain That I'm Completely Sold On'
PGA Professional Emma Booth put her pupil through her paces using four different training aids, so what's the verdict?
By Emma Booth Published
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‘The DP World Tour Is Stuck In The Mud… Perhaps Partnering With The Saudis Would Have Been The Better Move’
Golf’s civil war has pushed the DP World Tour into a perilous position. Recently, there's been an alarming lack of top-tier players competing on the former European Tour
By Nick Bonfield Published
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It's The One Question That I'm Always Asked... 'Where's The Best Place To Go For A Golf Holiday?'
Planning a golfing break? Here are some suggestions of resorts and destinations to visit and the things you need to consider for a smooth trip
By Carly Frost Published
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‘Missing A Crucial 4-Footer Is Worse Than Getting Kicked In The Face’
Dustin Jacoby, the best golfer on the Ultimate Fighting Championship circuit, is passionate about the game and helping grow the sport in MMA circles
By Nick Bonfield Published
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How The Right Exercises Can Protect Golfers
Wise golfers may do some simple exercises to improve their play and reduce their chance of mishap
By In association with The Insurance Emporium Published
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Nelly Korda Is The Best Player In The World, But Surprisingly Her Stats Suggest Otherwise
You would expect the women’s World No 1 golfer to top the charts in each performance category, but detailed analysis throws up some surprising stats
By Carly Frost Published
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How Many Golfers Have Won Professional Events As Teenagers? It's More Than You Think...
Golf is a game where knowledge and experience are valuable attributes, but these teenage sensations proved they're not the be all and end all...
By Roderick Easdale Published
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How To Find Your Driver’s Sweet Spot More Often
We take a look at how having the correct golf shaft for your swing increases your chance of finding the sweet spot more consistently
By David Usher Published
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'I Got Married On The Swilcan Bridge At St Andrews… And Beat My New Husband On The Old Course The Next Day!’
Many people dream of golf-themed weddings, but a Jersey-based couple made it a reality by getting married on the famous bridge at St Andrews. Here, Savannah Lodge tells the story…
By Nick Bonfield Published
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5 Golf Influencers Who’ve Had A Positive Impact On My Game
Sifting through hundreds of golf influencers, here are those that beginner golfer Lauren Katims admires most
By Lauren Katims Published
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How Far Did Ben Hogan Drive The Golf Ball?
Ben Hogan was one of the all-time greats, accumulating 71 career wins, but how far did “The Hawk” drive the golf ball?
By Fergus Bisset Last updated
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3 Things I’m Applying To My Golf Game After Watching The Winner Of The US Women’s Open
Here's what keen-to-improve amateur golfers can learn from US Women's Open champion Yuka Saso
By Jess Ratcliffe Published
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Are You Allowed To Use 'Practice' Balls In Golf Competitions?
Some golf balls are stamped with ‘practice’ on them, but are you still permitted to use them in competitions?
By Roderick Easdale Published
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What Is The Aramco Team Series?
Now in its fourth year, here's what you need to know about the Aramco Team Series
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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'I Took My 9 Year-Old Son To Watch His First Pro Golf Event… Here’s What Happened!'
Knowing how to introduce kids to pro golf watching is a challenge, here's how GM Editor Neil Tappin approached it
By Neil Tappin Published
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Playing Golf This Weekend? Get These 10 Excuses For A Bad Shot Ready...
Whether it's a freak gust of wind or a spike mark, it always helps to have something else to blame...
By Golf Monthly Last updated
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How The Apple Watch Can Transform And Improve Your Golfing Experience
A significant update has made the Apple Watch one serious piece of golf kit - one that could take your game to the next level
By Michael Weston Published
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I Play Off 1 But I Don’t Care About My Golf Handicap Anymore. This Is Why...
Under the World Handicap System, handicaps have become so fluid that Fergus Bisset no longer places much importance on the number after his name.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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How To Organise The Perfect 72-Hole Challenge: Prostate Cancer UK's Big Golf Race Is Back
A few rounds of golf and a fun day out with your mates, all while raising money to save men's lives... sounds great, right? It's time to sign up for The Big Golf Race!
By Barry Plummer Published
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'Winning The Ryder Cup At Bethpage Would Be One Of The Highest Achievements In My Career' – Rory McIlroy Talks Exclusively About His Ryder Cup Passion, Pinehurst, Leaving A Legacy And Defining Success
In this exclusive interview, four-time Major Champion Rory McIlroy reflects on his career to date, the Ryder Cup at Bethpage, the year's final two Majors and leaving a legacy...
By Garrett Johnston Published
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I’ve Read The PGA Tour’s Pace Of Play Policy And It’s Highly Confusing… Does That Explain Why So Few Golfers Get Slow Play Penalties?
Certain players on the PGA Tour appear to take an age to play their shots and rarely get penalised, but after reading the policy, I think I know why...
By Barry Plummer Published
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5 Things Women Golfers Don't Need To Worry About... But They Do!
PGA Professional Emma Booth puts the game of golf into context to help stop unnecessary worrying
By Emma Booth Published
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7 Mistakes Golfers Make When Buying Clubs Off The Shelf
We bring clarity on what to look out for when purchasing your next set of golf clubs straight from the shelf and the common mistakes to avoid
By Sam De'Ath Published
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"I Don't Wish This On Us At All, But The Fastest Way To Drive Change And Grow Female Participation Is A Recession"
We caught up with Women's Golf Week founder Elisa Gaudet to hear about her success story and what the future holds
By Katie Dawkins Published
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How Important Is The Golf Shaft?
Having the correct shaft in your clubs is vital to maximising your distance and accuracy but there's a lot more to it than just choosing which flex you need. Let us explain.
By David Usher Published
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How Far Do Amateur Golfers Hit Their Irons? Find Out How You Compare…
Ever wondered how your iron shots compare to other golfers in terms of distance? The latest Arccos data reveals all...
By Barry Plummer Published
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Could Bryson DeChambeau Be The Unlikely Saviour Of Men’s Professional Golf?
Bryson DeChambau has been a divisive figure since the start of his professional golf career, but he offers blockbuster entertainment
By Nick Bonfield Published
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9 Things That Make A Dream Golf Club... And Why The Course Isn't That Important
Katie Dawkins shares her vision of the perfect golf club
By Katie Dawkins Published