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'I Wanted To Be Able To Hit The Shots I Saw Seve Playing' - Dan Grieve On His Rise To Short Game Stardom
Dan Grieve opens up to Golf Monthly during the first episode of a new interview series about his passion for the short game and the genesis of his 3 Releases system
By Joel Tadman Published
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Monthly Meets Interview Series: Every Episode
Discover every episode of Golf Monthly's new in-depth interview series Monthly Meets where we talk to some of the biggest personalities in the game
By Joel Tadman Published
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How Fast Are US Open Host Pinehurst No.2's Greens On The Stimpmeter?
Pinehurst No.2 is already threatening to fight back this week, but just how fast will the greens be at the US Open host venue?
By Barry Plummer Last updated
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'You Take Golf For Granted And Then Hit A Wall' - Former World No.1 Lilia Vu On Her Comeback After Injury
The breakout star of 2023 discusses the adjustments she's had to make ahead of her LPGA Tour comeback
By Alison Root Published
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The US Open is NOT Too Hard... Anyone Who Thinks So Has Lost Their Grip On Reality
Balls rolling off the green, unpredictable lies and plenty of danger... Pinehurst No.2 is a real US Open course that will stand up to the birdie brigade
By Barry Plummer Published
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How Do Women Figure Out What Golf Irons To Buy?
We identify the key factors women should consider when choosing a set of irons
By Carly Frost Published
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My Golf Matters: The Indoor Golf Venue Serious About Improving Your Game
Sam De’Ath explores exactly what makes My Golf Matters the perfect high-tech golf coaching facility
By Sam De'Ath Published
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The Stitch Golf SL2 Gen 2 May Be The Perfect Golf Bag. Here’s Why...
We explain the many reasons why the Stitch Golf SL2 Gen 2 golf bag came up trumps in our 2024 Editor's Choice Awards
By Sam De'Ath Published
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The 6 Golfers In The Exclusive Club Scottie Scheffler Could Join With US Open Victory
Scottie Scheffler has been accumulating titles and records in superhuman fashion, but a US Open win this week could gain him entry to a very exclusive club...
By Barry Plummer Published
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As A Trainer Guy, These New Nike Special Edition Shoes Are Like A Dream!
I love golf trainers and the new Pegasus shoes from Nike might go straight into my regular rotation!
By Joe Ferguson Published
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Why US Open Host Pinehurst No.2 Is Far Better Suited To Tiger Woods Than Augusta And Valhalla
Tiger Woods has struggled at both Majors so far this season, but Pinehurst No.2 might just be the course that he needs to get back on the Major train...
By Barry Plummer Published
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I'm Not Usually A Classic Golf Shoe Guy, But These FJ Special Editions Are Too Beautiful To Ignore!
The new 2024 US Open special edition FootJoy shoes are a sight to behold...
By Joe Ferguson Published
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I Asked AI To Predict The Top-3 At The US Open... And Scottie Scheffler Is Nowhere To Be Seen
In a world where the role of AI is growing exponentially, could it help us to predict the main contenders for the US Open at Pinehurst No.2?
By Barry Plummer Published
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6 Reasons To Track Your Shots In 2024
One of the quickest ways to lower your scores is to track every shot that you hit. Here's why...
By Michael Weston Published
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How Often Do Golfers Win Majors With A Double-Bogey On The Scorecard? I Looked At Every Men's Winner’s Card Since 2000 To Find Out
It’s often said that minimising mistakes and keeping double-bogeys at bay is the key to winning Major Championships. But is that actually the case?
By Nick Bonfield Published
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‘I Played The Mini-Tours For 5 Years And Cheating Was Rife… It’s A Real Problem At Golf’s Lower Level’
Without the glare of the television cameras, there’s more potential to get away with cheating, especially when you’re trying everything to make it as a professional golfer…
By Nick Bonfield Published
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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