Written by Michael Catling on Thursday 1 September 2016
Coca-Cola, Nike, Google… the world’s biggest brands have some of the world’s most famous logos. This type of instant recognition is a holy grail for businesses, which spend millions fine-tuning their corporate identities. A handful of golfers have achieved a similar level of identity via their “brand”, while others are just starting to build theirs. So we thought we’d test...
Written by Michael Catling on Wednesday 14 September 2016
We know repairing pitch marks is expected of us, but when can you do a little gardening? Learn these rules so you are being kind to the green, without being penalised… A player may repair an old hole plug, or damage to the green caused by the impact of a ball, regardless of whether the ball lies on the green (Rule 16-1c). The...
Written by Michael Catling on Friday 14 October 2016
Andrew ‘Beef’ Johnston is one of the stand-out stars of 2016, but what is really like? Henrik Stenson and Phil Mickelson may have stolen the headlines at The Open, but it was Andrew ‘Beef’ Johnston who captured the hearts of the nation. The 27-year-old admits he’s the antithesis of your typical modern-day sportsman, but that didn’t stop him gathering a huge following...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 17 October 2016
In-form Alex Noren made it three European Tour titles in eight appearances with another impressive display of front-running at the British Masters over the weekend. The Swede also tasted victory on British soil in July at the Aberdeen Asset Management Scottish Open and in Switzerland last month at the Omega European Masters, and he sealed his trio of titles with a...
Written by Edward Colman on Saturday 15 October 2016
All golf balls are flawless spheres, right? Wrong. Some balls in your bag will have slight imperfections, which could lead to them misbehaving in the air and on greens. TOP STORIES Our biggest ever equipment trial will help you make a smarter buying decision! 5 of the best wet weather grips Here is a test to do this weekend to sort the unblemished from the...
Written by Edward Colman on Thursday 13 October 2016
Englishman Joe Miller secured his second World Long Drive title on Wednesday night with a 423-yard drive. Miller,who attend the Today’s Golfer Callaway Kings of Distance Day, faced Ryan Steenberg of Rochester, New York, in the final held in Thackerville, Oklahoma. Steenberg hit first, leaving Miller 412 yards to beat and he produced a 423-yard screamer to win the championship. “A real honor...
Written by Edward Colman on Tuesday 11 October 2016
Luke Donald, this month’s British Masters host shares his best tip for bunker success. The former world number one got up and down from sand more than 60% of the time last year putting him inside the top 10 on the PGA Tour. We caught up with the Englishman at The Grove in Hertfordshire where the venue for Donald’s British Masters, supported...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 10 October 2016
England rugby hero and World Cup winner Mike Tindall answers your questions on the game. He reveals how he got into golf, what is the best part of his game and who was the worst golfer in the England team. Tindall shares some of his not so finest moments in golf, including rolling a buggy! “I have managed to roll a...
Written by Edward Colman on Thursday 6 October 2016
Playing golf is likely to increase life expectancy, help prevent chronic diseases and improve mental health. Findings show that golf is likely to improve cardiovascular, respiratory and metabolic health. Playing golf could also help those who suffer chronic diseases including heart disease, type 2 diabetes, colon and breast cancer and stroke, the study by the University of Edinburgh found. TOP STORIES Best drivers for...
Friday 7 October 2016
How often do you play golf? How much does your membership cost? And how many of the game’s 34 rules and myriad sub-rules do you really and honestly know? As part of Golf World’s special Future of Golf issue, we want to answer these questions – and more. To better understand who you are, how often you play the game and...
Written by Edward Colman on Thursday 6 October 2016
Former Manchester United winger Lee Sharpe takes the game more seriously than most retired footballers. The three-time Premier League title winner, is aiming to join the European Senior Tour when he hits 50 in 2021. His handicap was two until a recent “bad couple of weeks” saw it slip to its current 2.6. But this minor setback won’t deter him from his...
Written by Edward Colman on Wednesday 5 October 2016
Jack Nicklaus was fighting back tears as he led the tributes to Arnold Palmer in a moving speech at the King’s memorial service on Tuesday. Nicklaus’s tribute centred on the pair’s special bond and moved many of those in attendance to tears at the Saint Vincent Basilica Parish at Saint Vincent College. “I hurt like you hurt,” he said. “You don’t lose a...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Hazeltine head pro Chandler Withington reveals how you can play three of the shots which were pivotal in this year’s Ryder Cup. The shot: 17th tee shot None of the 24 Ryder Cup players hit their irons dead straight. They all have a stock shape, but adapt to suit the task in front of them. The choice at 17 was a fade held against...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Despite Andy Sullivan holding his own throughout his first appearance at a Ryder Cup, the Englishman failed to register a single point over the weekend leaving him frustrated. Speaking to reporters Sullivan also admitted he struggled to cope with the atmosphere at Hazaeltine National during the weekend. “When you’re a rookie, you’re not quite seasoned in this sort of atmosphere,” he said. “It’s...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Brandt Snedeker mastered the greens at Hazeltine during the Ryder Cup and in our latest issue he has been sharing his secrets. He openly admits he’s no match for Bubba or Dustin in the power stakes, but Brandt Snedeker has always subscribed to the theory that you drive for show, putt for dough. His old-school “popping” stroke has become his trademark down...
Written by Edward Colman on Sunday 2 October 2016
Want to know which equipment was used by Davis Love III’s troops at Hazeltine? Look no further… We have put together this guide detailing who was using what at Hazeltine National as the United States of American brought to an end their dismal record in recent Ryder Cup tournaments, getting the better of an inexperienced Team Europe side captained by...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Here’s our guide to the equipment used by Darren Clarke’s troops at Hazeltine National during the 2016 Ryder Cup. Andy Sullivan Driver: Ping G 10 Aldila Rogue Silver Limited Edition 60TX Fairway Wood: Ping G 13.5 degrees Aldila Rogue Silver 70TX Hybrid: Ping G 17 degrees Aldila Tour Blue Hybrid Irons: Ping S55 3-PW Nippon N.S. Pro Modus3 Tour Putter: Cadence TR...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Europe failed to overturn a three-point deficit going into Sunday’s singles matches as they fell to a 17-11 defeat at Hazeltine National. Here is how players on both sides reacted to the result… Team Europe Rory McIlroy admitted he struggled in the final few holes of his epic battle with Patrick Reed on Sunday. “It’s disappointing for us as a team and for...
Written by Edward Colman on Monday 3 October 2016
Here’s how Twitter reacted to the United States taking the Sunday singles by storm to claim their first Ryder Cup victory since 2008. READ REACTION FROM DARREN CLARKE HERE [View the story “Ryder Cup reaction” on Storify]...
Written by Edward Colman on Sunday 2 October 2016
Darren Clarke delivered a poignant speech at the closing ceremony of the 2016 Ryder Cup as he led the tributes to the late great Arnold Palmer. He said: “All the 24 players on this stage did themselves, their families and Samuel Ryder himself, proud. This week has been played under the shadow of Mr Palmer’s passing. “But I’m sure he...