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I Haven’t Hit A Single Shot Yet In 2024… But I Have A Masterplan To Cut My Handicap
Due to a combination of factors, I haven't been able to play any golf yet in 2024. But I'm confident a strong year lies ahead and I've put a plan in place to make the most of it...
By Nick Bonfield Published
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Fascinating Data Reveals How To Get From A 5-Handicap To Scratch... And It Could Also Hold The Key To Improvement For All Amateur Golfers!
The latest Arccos data suggests how to get from a 5-handicap to scratch, but could the answer also point to progress for all golfers?
By Barry Plummer Published
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The Complete List Of Every Golfer To Have Won Multiple Major Championships In The Men's And Women's Games
We've compiled an exhaustive list of all those who have won more than one of golf's Major Championships in either the men's or the women's game
By Roderick Easdale Published
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12 Things You Didn’t Know About Mollie Marcoux Samaan
Get to know the LPGA Commissioner, Mollie Marcoux Samaan, a little better
By Alison Root Published
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Men’s Pro Golf Is Eating Itself Alive… And Fans Are Losing Interest
The future of men's professional golf is murky at best. The longer we wait for a potential resolution between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, the more damage will be done
By Nick Bonfield Published
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The Incredible Items You Could Buy With The PGA Tour and LIV Golf's Monstrous 2024 Prize Pools
What luxury items would be available if the PGA Tour and LIV Golf's 2024 prize funds were to be re-invested?
By Roderick Easdale Published
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What Is Nelly Korda's Net Worth?
How much is the 10-time LPGA title winner worth? We take a look at the fortune she has amassed
By Alison Root Published
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Do We Really Want The Best Golfers Playing Against Each Other All The Time? I Certainly Don't And I'm Amazed So Many People Do...
The men's game is fractured at the moment, but do we really want to see the world's best players playing against each other every week?
By Michael Weston Published
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'I Was Playing With The Self-Imposed Pressure Of Reaching Single Figures In A Year' – The 4 Tips That Dramatically Transformed My Perception Of Scoring On The Golf Course
Single figure golfer Jess Ratcliffe offers advice on how to stop your card from blowing up!
By Jess Ratcliffe Published
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'It's Absolutely Insane That Many Golf Clubs Still Limit When Women Can Play' - Why Clubs MUST Start Walking The Walk When It Comes To Equality
Golf clubs are making strides to bring equality to the game, but many are still stuck in the Jurassic period or moonlighting and getting away with it
By Katie Dawkins Published
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I Watched An Hour Of PGA Tour Coverage And Timed How Much Actual Golf Was Shown... The Results Shocked Me!
How many golf shots would you expect to see in 60 minutes of full coverage? I guarantee your answer overshoots the reality...
By Barry Plummer Published
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'Exclusive, Inaccessible and Male-Dominated' – We Asked 20 Non-Golfers To Describe The Game In Three Words. The Results Don't Make For Great Reading...
Golf has been fighting hard to change its image and to be viewed as progressive by the general public. It would seem the general public don’t quite see it yet
By Fergus Bisset Published
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5 Reasons Why Women Should Carry More Wedges
They’re often referred to as the scoring clubs, yet many women only carry one or two of them. Carly Frost explains why adding more wedges to your bag will work wonders for your game
By Carly Frost Published
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What Is Justin Thomas' Net Worth?
How much is the two-time Major winner worth? Here, we take a look
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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'You Shall Not Engage In Conduct Unbecoming A Professional Caddie' – The Long List Of Regulations Bagmen MUST Comply With On The PGA Tour
The regulations surrounding what caddies can and can't do on the PGA Tour are numerous, according to the organisation's Player Handbook for 2024...
By Roderick Easdale Published
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Scottie Scheffler Is Having A Historically Good Ball-Striking Season... But These 10 LPGA Tour Players Hit More Greens In Regulation. Surprised?
This data shows whatever LPGA players might lack in power, they more than make up for in accuracy...
By Alison Root Published
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Which Famous Sports Stars Are The Best Golfers?
Many of us find mastering golf hard enough, but some people are sickeningly good at the game and world class in other sports for good measure...
By Roderick Easdale Published
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7 Signs That Let A Beginner Know They Are Ready To Compete
Lauren Katims is itching to take the next steps in her golfing journey, but is she ready? With the help of LPGA pros, here are the signs to look for
By Lauren Katims Published
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What Is Strokes Gained In Golf?
You might have heard of the term 'Strokes Gained', but what does it mean? We speak to an expert to find out...
By Barry Plummer Last updated
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5 Signs You Need New Golf Shoes
Even the best golf shoes wear over time. Here's the five signs it's time you invested in a new pair
By Dan Parker Published
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What Are The Deepest Bunkers In World Golf?
Nowadays, some sand traps are so flat they're barely hazards, but that's not always the case. These four courses have bunkers so deep they will give you nightmares...
By Roderick Easdale Published
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Who Makes Our Ultimate Five-A-Side Football Team... Made Entirely Of Professional Golfers!
Plenty of professional golfers follow a football team, and some have even played the game, so who would make it into your five-a-side team?
By Barry Plummer Published
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How Much Has Lexi Thompson's Golf Fashion Changed Over The Years?
Lexi Thompson balances femininity with athletic and functional clothing. We take a look at how her golf fashion has changed over the years
By Alison Root Published
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How Many Strokes Do Amateur Golfers Lose Each Round Due To Wayward Shots? The Numbers Paint An Interesting Picture...
For most amateur golfers, penalty strokes and recovery shots are inevitable, but how many do they chalk up per round? The latest Arccos data reveals the damage...
By Barry Plummer Published
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We've Gazed Into Our Crystal Ball To Bring You These (Tongue Firmly In Cheek) Golfing Headlines From The Future...
What does the future hold for the game of golf? We've tried our hand at clairvoyance to bring you these scenarios that could unfold over the next couple of decades...
By Michael Weston Published
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'5,000 Yards Was Way More Than Most Short Hitters Could Handle' - Golf Course Architect On Why Forward Tees Should Not Be An Afterthought
We speak to leading golf course architect Forrest Richardson about the importance of designing courses that are enjoyable and fair for shorter and longer hitters
By Carly Frost Published
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How Far Does Charley Hull Drive A Golf Ball?
Charley Hull strikes the golf ball with such vigour, but how far does she hit her driver?
By Alison Root Published
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What Are The Most Expensive Green Fees?
Shadow Creek Golf Club in Las Vegas has golf's most expensive green fee, and there are several other pricey options too
By Mike Hall Published
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'Oi Hacker, Stop Whiffing And Find The Dance Floor Or You'll Make A Snowman!' An A-Z Glossary Of Golf Slang
Golf isn't just a complicated sport to learn – there's also a lot of terminology to get used to. Here, we run through an A-Z list of the most important golf slang to get up to speed with...
By Michael Weston Published