Written by TG Features Writer on Wednesday 24 June 2009
The golf season is now in full swing and many of are reaping rich rewards for the hours of winter practice and spring golf that you’ve been putting in. As well as lowering your handicaps, winning money from your mates and bragging rights at the golf club, the improvements that you’ve seen on Handicap Tracker also count towards 2009’s Most Improved...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 9 July 2009
Manchester United manager and Muscular Dystrophy Campaign Patron, Sir Alex Ferguson was joined by stars of stage, screen and sport at his prestigious annual golf event, to raise money for children and adults affected by muscle disease. Thirty-two teams took part, each led by a well-known name from the world of sport and entertainment, including Sam Torrance; former international footballers Andy...
Written by TG Features Writer on Friday 10 July 2009
A hole-in-one is a rare and wonderful treat but three of you guys have achieved this Holy Grail of golf in recent weeks. As well as providing you with hours of anecdotes and emptying your pockets in the 19th, these aces have also helped the trios causes in the 2009 Most Improved Golfer competition that all Handicap Tracker users are automatically entered in...
Written by TG Features Writer on Tuesday 14 July 2009
It’s that magical time of the month again when the latest issue of Today’s Golfer is released into the wild up and down the country. The bulging August issue hits the shelves this Thursday, the opening day of the Open Championship at Turnberry. This month’s cover feature will teach you to embrace the toughest shots in golf. No longer will you fear...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Wednesday 15 July 2009
On 16 October 2009 take part in this superb charity tournament. Entry includes return ferry travel with car, hotel stay with breakfast, two days’ golf with lunch, plus prizes from Callaway Golf Europe. From £165* per person For details about the Brittany Charity Golf Challenge call our Golf Desk on 0871 244 0196, brittanyferries.com/golf *Based on teams of four...
Written by TG Courses editor on Saturday 18 July 2009
A unique golf event launching this summer gives football fans the chance to represent their clubs on the course – and to play with their heroes. The pro:fantastic Golf Challenge allows pairs of football fans from some of the country’s top clubs to play off in a Sky Sports televised regional final against local rivals, in September, before qualifying for a...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Friday 24 July 2009
To mark their sponsorship of the Women’s British Open Ricoh are giving away a fantastic prize of a Ricoh CX1 Digital camera. The Ricoh Women’s British Open takes place from July 30-August 2 at Royal Lytham & St Annes. Ricoh is a global leader in digital office solutions that believes in moving ideas forward and a solution for every problem. This positive business attitude can...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Monday 27 July 2009
Holes-in-one are pretty rare but just imagine what the odds must be for getting one like this. Leif Olson’s ace at the RBC Canadian Open came thanks to a ricochet off his playing partner’s ball. The 28-year-old has earned just $19,512 on the PGA Tour this year but this one shot won him a BMW Z4 Roadster worth over $50,000. The ace also...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Tuesday 28 July 2009
The UK’s leading golf tour operator www.golfbreaks.com have released nine great new deals. Whether you’re looking for a weekend break in the UK or something a bit longer abroad, www.golfbreaks.com have plenty of offers to choose from, all with great savings. Here are their nine newest offerings… UK Golf Travel Offers Venue Star rating Location Offer Courses played Price per person Saving Exclusive to Golfbreaks.com Valid Extras MacDonald Hill Valley Hotel 4* Shropshire 1 night’s dinner, B&B...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Monday 27 July 2009
The International Golf Festival will take place at the prestigious Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia (KLCC) on January 22nd-24th 2010. This exciting new concept event will include a three day exhibition open to the general public, running alongside a two day trade conference plus a trade golf tournament. The exhibition will take over halls 1 & 2 at the KLCC, and will...
Written by Instruction Editor on Tuesday 28 July 2009
Hi, Joel Tadman here. I’ll be your new Instruction guru replacing Carly Cummins. My aim in my new role is to give you, the amateur golfer, the best tuition advice possible, with practical and useful tips to help you knock shots off your scores fast. Here’s a little bit about me. I’ve been playing golf since the age of 10 and...
Written by TG Features Writer on Tuesday 28 July 2009
Young gun Rory McIlroy beat three-time major champion Padraig Harrington by two shots at Lough Erne, Northern Ireland. More than 5,000 spectators watched the 20-year-old fire a course record 68 around the par 72 7,167 yard Faldo Course to claim the 200,000 Euro prize. “Northern Ireland is really crying out for a European Tour event and Lough Erne is set up so well...
Written by TG Travel Writer on Thursday 30 July 2009
If you’re looking for a great value golf break then look no further than the stunning Belek region of Turkey. Turkey is a real emerging star when it comes to golf holidays thanks to its position outside the Euro-zone and the dozens of top quality courses that have sprung up throughout the last decade. Take a look at the best Turkey golf...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 30 July 2009
Thousands of you have signed up to our FREE Handicap Tracker service in a bid to be named Britain’s Most Improved Golfer 2009. There have been some great performances over the last few months and here are four that have stood out in the last couple of weeks: » Colin Morfil (23.6) shot a 91 at Crane Valley on July 26 and saw his...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 30 July 2009
The Oceanica World Kids Golf Championship has teed off at the flawless Amendoeira Golf Resort on Portugal’s famous Algarve coast. 109 juniors from nine different countries, including the UK and America, will be taking on the immaculate Faldo and O’Connot Jnr courses. Check out these early pictures from the event.
Written by TG Courses Editor on Wednesday 29 July 2009
This autumn Brittany Ferries Holidays is offering golfers the chance to treat themselves to a cross-Channel golfing break in France from as little as £64. The bargain prices include rounds one some of 20 selected courses across Brittany and Normandy as well as return ferry travel with a car. Lunch and a glass of wine or beer is even included at...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 13 August 2009
It’s that wonderful time of the month again when the latest issue of Today’s Golfer finds its way onto newsagent shelves the length and breadth of the country. The spectacular September issue is a rescue club special, featuring 23 top clubs tested, the best tips for getting out of sticky situations, a look at why rescue clubs work so damn well and...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 13 August 2009
We’re into the last few weeks of the Most Improved Golfer 2009 competition and there’s some great golf being played down the stretch. Thousands of you have been entering your scores into our FREE Handicap Tracker service to chart your improvements before the September 1 deadline. Four of you have made a late charge with impressive performances this week… » Ceri Bradshaw shot a sub...
Written by TG Features Writer on Thursday 13 August 2009
Golf will be recommended for inclusion in the 2016 Olympic Games, it was revealed by the International Olympic Committee today. The IOC executive committee voted for golf and rugby sevens to be put forward, but softball, squash, baseball, karate and roller sports have missed out. The final decision will be made at the full meeting of the IOC Congress in Copenhagen in October, as it...
Written by TG Features Writer on Tuesday 18 August 2009
Former Olympic champion Denise Lewis was one of 200 participants who helped raise more than £15,000 for cancer charities during a recent golf day in north London. Muswell Hill Golf Club hosted the second annual Swing for Sammy event, which is staged in memory of Samantha Trow, a teacher at Brooklands Primary School in Finchley who died 18 months ago of...