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  • Golf submits proposal for 2016 Olympics

    Written by Kit Alexander on Friday 20 February 2009

    The International Golf Federation has submitted its propsal for the inclusion of golf in the 2016 Olympics to the International Olympic Committee. The IGF is has suggested a 72-hole stroke play Olympic tournament for men and women, with 60 players in each field and a three-hole playoff to determine the medalists in the event of a tie. There had been speculation that any Olympic golf tournament would be...

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    Written by TG staff writer on Tuesday 24 February 2009

    Ryder Cup hero Darren Clarke will once again be supporting Breast Cancer Campaign throughout 2009 by encouraging golfing clubs all across the UK to take part in the charity’s £100 Golf Club Challenge. The £100 Challenge is an annual initiative where Campaign asks golf clubs UK-wide to hold a fundraising event in support of the charity. This can be anything from...

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    Written by TG staff writer on Wednesday 25 February 2009

    The Co-operative has announced that they have signed a title sponsorship deal with Activate Sport, which will see the UK’s largest mutual retailer supporting the academies of high-profile sporting stars Andrew Flintoff, Lee Westwood and Paul Sculthorpe. The sponsorship agreement will see the stars’ academies and camps partnered with The Co-operative to form: – The Andrew Flintoff Cricket Academy in...

  • Should players be allowed to use rangefinders and GPS systems in competitions?

    Written by Kit Alexander on Tuesday 13 January 2009

    A recent ruling from the EGU allows players to use distance measuring devices and the R&A rules state that the use of rangefinders and GPS systems in competition may be permitted by a Local Rule. Should players be allowed to use rangefinders and GPS systems in competitions? ( surveys)...

  • Who will be the next world number one?

    Written by Kit Alexander on Friday 27 March 2009

    For the first time in a long time Tiger Woods domination of the world rankings is under threat. Who will be the next world number one? ( polls)...

  • Take part in the spectacular TG Masters survey

    Written by Kit Alexander on Monday 16 February 2009

    The first Major of the season is just around the corner – I can practically smell the Azaleas from Augusta – and we want you to tell us what you think about the big event in our Masters survey. It’ll only take a few minutes to answer our ten questions and every one who takes part will be entered into a...

  • Which Brit will end the Major drought?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Tuesday 21 April 2009

    It’s ten years since Paul Lawrie was the last Brit to become a Major Champion by winning the 1999 Open at Carnoustie but which of our current crop will end the drought? Which Brit will end the Major drought? ( polls)...

  • Who will win the US Open?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Tuesday 14 April 2009

    The Masters may have only just finished but the top golfers on the planet will already be looking ahead to the US Open. The season’s second Major will be hosted by a tough Bethpage Black layout from June 18-21. Will Tiger Woods retain the title and claim his 15th Major or can the likes of Phil Mickelson, Sergio Garcia or Rory McIlroy triumph? Who...

  • Which channel provides the best golf coverage?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 14 May 2009

    With Sky Sports showing the European Tour, Setanta airing the US PGA Tour and the BBC picking up their share of Majors and British events, there’s plenty of competition amongst golf broadcasters. Which channel do you think offers the best golf coverage?(online polls)...

  • What’s the favourite club in your bag?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Monday 22 June 2009

    Everyone has a favourite golf club, a special wand that can do no wrong and you know you can turn to in your hour of need. When everything else goes awry, you know your game will return with this beauty in your hand. We’re not talking about manufacturers here, we simply want to know which type of club is your favourite. Is it… ...

  • Will you be golfing in Wales ahead of the Ryder Cup?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Wednesday 27 May 2009

    With the greatest team event in golf heading to Celtic Manor in Wales next year the eyes of the golfing world will be on the principality. We want to know if you’ll be heading to Wales to sample golf in the country before the world’s top players arrive for the Ryder Cup in 2010. Are you planning to get ahead...

  • Which major championship was the best this year?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Friday 14 August 2009

    We’ve been treated to four spectacular majors this season and we want to know which one you thought was the best. There may have been four surprise winners but you can’t fault this year’s tournament for drama and tension. Did Angel Cabrera’s nail-biting play-off victory at Augusta do it for you or was it Tom Watson’s showing and Stewart Cink’s win at the...

  • Where have you been on a golf trip this year?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Monday 27 July 2009

    Times may be tough but many of you are still getting away on a golfing break, and we want to know where you’ve been going. Whether it was just for a weekend or for a week or more we want to know where you’ve been, or are going, on your golfing travels in 2009. Has the Open Championship inspired you to visit...

  • Who do you think will win the Race to Dubai?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 17 September 2009

    It’s crunch time in the inaugural Race to Dubai with time running out before the Dubai World Championship at the Jumeirah Golf Estate from 19-22 November. Players are jostling for position with only the top 60 in the European Tour standings will qualify for the season’s final event, with the winner pocketing a cool $2 million. 13 players have already earned over €1...

  • How much have you spent on golf kit this year?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Monday 19 October 2009

    There has been bucket loads of great new golf gear launched in 2009 from Ping’s G15 range through to MD’s great value Seve Ballesteros ICON range, and a host of wonderful kit in between. Have you upgraded or stuck with your trusty weapons? We want to know how much of your hard-earned cash you’ve spent on golf equipment this year. We’re talking about...

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    How often do you play golf in the winter months?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Monday 9 November 2009

    With the nights drawing in and the temperatures beginning to drop, many golfers reconsider their playing schedule. Golf may be a summer sport but we golfers are a hardy bunch and many of us can’t bear to give up the game, even in the depths of winter. We want to know if you’re a fair-weather golfer or if you soldier on whatever the weather. How often do...

  • How drastically have you changed your swing this winter?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 7 January 2010

    With plummetting temperatures and many courses covered with snow and ice, the winter is the perfect time to get in he range and rebuild your swing. But how many of you bite the bullet and really working on improving your game? We want to know how drastically you’ll be changing your swing this winter, if at all.   How drastically have you changed your...

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    Do you play golf when the course is on winter greens?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 25 February 2010

    The weather hasn’t been great recently and more golf courses than ever before have been forced to resort to using winter greens to protect their regular greens for the summer. Playing on temporary greens can be frustrating but is it enough of a hindrance that it completely stops you from playing golf? Do you play golf when the course in...

  • Second-hand bargain clubs or shiny and new?

    Written by TG Features Writer on Friday 29 January 2010

    Everyone loves buying new golf clubs, but what approach do you take to getting new gear? Do you hunt down a second-hand bargain or go straight for the shiny and more expensive latest releases?   Do you buy second-hand bargain golf clubs or more expensive shiny new ones?(opinion)...

  • TG Poll: Becoming a golf coach

    Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 22 April 2010

    Working in the golf industry is a dream for many amateur golfers, but have you ever considered becoming a golf coach? If this is something you’ve thought about, please answer these three quick questions…   View Survey...

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