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  • Four containers' worth of MacGregor package sets were stolen from Worldwide Golf Brands.

    Retailer launches appeal for stolen stock after £2m theft

    Written by TG staff on Tuesday 29 April 2025

    Worldwide Golf Brands are asking for information after a warehouse break-in cost them millions. More than £2 million worth of stock has been stolen from Worldwide Golf Brands. The online retailers say the break-in at their Manchester warehouse happened over the weekend of April 26-27. “We’re asking anyone in the golf industry who is offered any MacGregor package sets, or anything from Stuburt,...

  • The act of grandstanding in golf is generally frowned-upon by the game's purists.

    What is ‘grandstanding’ in golf?

    Written by TG staff on Monday 28 April 2025

    It’s one of the more controversial tactics in golf – but what is ‘grandstanding’ and why do people get so upset about it? Grandstanding is quite the contentious issue in the world of tour golf. Sometimes referred to as ‘grandstopping’ or ‘backboarding’, the act of grandstanding refers to when a golfer deliberately aims shot at the grandstands surrounding a green...

  • St Andrews is among the golf courses that have increased their green fees for the 2025 season.

    Staggering rise in green fees revealed by new research

    Written by Alex Perry on Friday 25 April 2025

    Just eight of the UK’s top 100 golf courses have kept their green fees the same for the 2025 season… Green fees at the best golf courses in the UK have risen by a record amount from last year, according to new research. Using the Golf World UK and Ireland Ranking, David Jones, who runs the website UK Golf Guy, has worked...

  • Rovos Rail's stunning African Collage journey will explore some of the continent's finest sights and golf courses.

    Explore Africa with Rovos Rail for an unforgettable golf break with a luxurious twist

    Friday 25 April 2025

    Rovos Rail’s African Collage adventure combines the continent’s finest sights and golf courses, all while traveling in luxury on their expertly-reimagined trains. This is an advertisement feature in association with Rovos Rail. Rovos Rail have earned an international reputation for truly world-class travel experiences thanks to their bespoke train safaris through the heart of Africa. The journeys, which last from 48 hours to...

  • The World Handicap System (WHS) came into effect in Great Britain in 2020.

    R&A reveal ‘negative’ response to World Handicap System survey

    Written by Alex Perry on Thursday 24 April 2025

    A large-scale questionnaire about golfers’ thoughts on WHS has led to GB&I being ‘an outlier’, according to the governing body. The R&A say results from a World Handicap System survey issued to golfers in Great Britain and Ireland are “more negative than the rest of the world”. The online questionnaire – which was sent out to players across the Home Nations by...

  • Scottish residents are eligible to win massively discounted St Andrews green fees.

    88% discounts up for grabs on a tee time at the world’s best golf course!

    Written by TG staff on Tuesday 22 April 2025

    Scottish golfers offered chance to play the iconic St Andrews Old Course for as little as £42.50 thanks to new accessibility initiative. The World’s No. 1-ranked golf course has enjoyed a swashbuckling couple of years that’s seen it host the Women’s Open, introduce a digital daily draw booking system, and even offer the unique opportunity of retracing golfing folklore by playing...

  • The World Handicap System was introduced to make golf fairer and more inclusive, but with suggestions it’s being manipulated by unscrupulous individuals, the R&A is taking action.

    “It’s cheating…” R&A to clamp down on handicap abuse – but how will it affect you?

    Written by Rob McGarr on Thursday 17 April 2025

    The World Handicap System was introduced to make golf fairer and more inclusive, but with suggestions it’s being manipulated by unscrupulous individuals, the R&A is taking action. The World Handicap System (WHS) has been one of the most significant changes to amateur golf in decades. It’s allowed casual rounds to count, helped more people maintain a handicap, and created a global...

  • Grab yourself a new pair of golf shoes from PGA TOUR Superstore

    PGA TOUR Superstore have some incredible golf shoes on offer, start your season off with a brand new pair

    Written by Sarah Pyett on Wednesday 16 April 2025

    This is an advertisement feature in association with PGA TOUR Superstore. For golfers who treat the fairway like a fashion runway (with better grass), PGA TOUR Superstore isn’t just a place to shop – it’s the holy grail of golf footwear. From classic kicks to the latest high-performance designs, it’s a treasure trove of shoes that don’t just look good but...

  • Gear up for the first major of the season with PGA TOUR Superstore

    Get ready for the first major of the season with this themed merch from PGA TOUR Superstore

    Written by Sarah Pyett on Tuesday 8 April 2025

    This is an advertisement feature in association with PGA TOUR Superstore. For golf fans, The Masters isn’t just a tournament – it’s a full-blown holiday. And what better way to celebrate than by decking yourself out in the freshest themed gear? PGA TOUR Superstore have turned the hype into high style with merchandise inspired by the season opener. Whether you’re playing a...

  • Win a sought-after tee time to play the St Andrews Old Course in reverse.

    Ever wanted to play the Old Course in reverse? Now’s your chance!

    Written by TG staff on Monday 7 April 2025

    Enter now for a chance to win one of the most unique golf experiences in the world. Put your hands up if you knew that for almost a century, the iconic St Andrews Old Course was frequently played in both directions on alternating days and weeks before today’s counterclockwise layout became the preferred choice from the 1970s. I certainly didn’t. But now, thanks...

  • You can play your way to the Masters next year by entering the US Masters Texas Scramble.

    Want to be at the Masters next year? It’s easier than you might think

    Written by Michael Catling on Wednesday 2 April 2025

    Thanks to a little-known Texas Scramble competition for club golfers, you’re only two rounds away from securing a ticket to next year’s Masters at Augusta National. It sounds almost too good to be true, but we’ve checked it out and you really can play your way to the Masters next year. It’s all thanks to a long-running amateur competition, known as...

  • Royal Porthcawl is the standout course for the South Wales Coast Championship at the end of March.

    Your guide to the best value amateur golf competitions in 2025

    Written by Michael Catling on Tuesday 1 April 2025

    Feeling competitive? Here are the best amateur golf competitions, tours and team championships that are worth the expense. Whoever said you can’t live the life of a tour pro is lying. No matter your age, gender or handicap, there are hundreds of amateur golf competitions and tours taking place this year throughout the UK and beyond. All that’s left for...

  • The former general manager of Stover Golf Club has avoided jail after defrauding the club of £35,000.

    Golf course manager avoids jail after defrauding club of £35,000

    Written by Alex Perry on Friday 28 March 2025

    The popular golf course was suffering financially – and that’s when things took a turn… A golf club manager in England has avoided jail after being found guilty of fraud. For five of the years Jonathan Wright ran the popular Stover Golf Club, near Torquay, he would transfer money into his own bank account and cover his tracks by using fictitious invoices,...

  • Navigate your round with precision with top of the range technology from PGA TOUR Superstore

    Navigate your round with precision with top of the range technology from PGA TOUR Superstore

    Written by Sarah Pyett on Wednesday 26 March 2025

    This is an advertisement feature in association with PGA TOUR Superstore. For golf enthusiasts, PGA TOUR Superstore is more than just a retail destination – it’s the ultimate hub for cutting-edge golf technology. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, the store offers an extensive selection of GPS watches, rangefinders, and launch monitors designed to take your game to...

  • There are several PGA Tour and LPGA golfers who don't use their real name.

    Eldrick to Ernie and Bubba to Boo: A guide to golfers who don’t use their real name

    Written by Alex Perry on Friday 21 March 2025

    Some golfers who don’t use their real first name are more surprising than others… Before you start scrolling, how many golfers who don’t use their real first name do you reckon you could name? (And you can’t just say the ones in the picture above.) Let’s get into it – in absolutely no particular order other than starting with the most famous...

  • These are the golf deals you don’t want to miss out on!

    Written by Sarah Pyett on Thursday 20 March 2025

    This is an advertisement feature in association with PGA TOUR Superstore. For golf lovers, PGA TOUR Superstore is more than just a place to shop—it’s the go-to destination for high-quality golf equipment, apparel, and accessories. Whether you’re an experienced player or just getting started, the store offers everything from top-tier clubs and golf balls to stylish clothing and must-have gear to...

  • Don’t miss these exceptional golf ball deals to begin your season on the course this March

    Written by Sarah Pyett on Wednesday 19 March 2025

    This is an advertisement feature in association with PGA TOUR Superstore. For golf enthusiasts, PGA TOUR Superstore is more than just a retail destination – it’s the ultimate hub for premium golf balls and gear. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just picking up the game, the store offers an extensive selection of golf balls tailored to every player’s needs, from...

  • New research suggests that traditional golf coaching and practice methods are ineffective and show a better path to improvement...

    New study shows why you’re not getting better at golf (and how to change that)

    Written by Rob McGarr on Tuesday 18 March 2025

    The research suggests traditional golf coaching and practice methods are ineffective – and offers a better path to improvement… If you’ve been trying to improve your golf swing but not seeing much improvement on the course, a new study might have just revealed why. The experiment suggests that the way most golfers try to improve is ineffective – but there is...

  • The Happy Gilmore 2 trailer reveals some plotlines to the film.

    Netflix drops first Happy Gilmore 2 trailer

    Written by Alex Perry on Tuesday 18 March 2025

    OK, now we’re excited… The Happy Gilmore 2 hype train has pulled into its next station. Netflix have released the first full trailer for the highly-anticipated sequel, which will be released later this summer. The 90-second teaser starts inside PGA Tour HQ with a genuinely laugh-out-loud sight gag where we find out Gilmore – played by Adam Sandler – is...

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