Written by Staff Writer, Today's Golfer on Saturday 1 April 2017
Construction workers at the first of two new courses in the Algarve region of Dia das Mentiras have been the first to experience what is believed to be the world’s deepest bunker. Taking advantage of the small but impressively tall range of sand dunes, known locally as the Cresce o Nariz, up-and-coming German course designer Walther Mittë has fulfilled the brief...
Written by Staff Writer on Friday 31 March 2017
We sat down with Tyrrell Hatton to talk Masters memories, Augusta excitement and the holes he’s already thinking about ahead of his first trip down Magnolia Lane. TG began our interview with Hatton by suggesting we’d like to kick off with some questions “about a tournament in April”. The event isn’t named, but Hatton’s grin stretches across his face as he...
Friday 31 March 2017
The Masters is held every April at Augusta National in Georgia – and yet every year the same questions seem to pop up about the first major. As a result, we decided to tackle one of the most common questions there is…. How hard IS Augusta National? Last April, 89 of the world’s best golfers arrived at Augusta with high hopes of taming the...
Written by Camilla Tait on Thursday 30 March 2017
Golf Tourism England have released five stunning videos displaying England’s greatest golf courses in a bid to inspire more golfers to visit some of the world’s most historic courses. Focusing on locations such as past Ryder Cup venues in Yorkshire to the spectacular regions of the Atlantic coast, the short mini-series beautifully displays golf in England at it’s very best and...
Tuesday 28 March 2017
Every golfer enjoys and relishes a challenge…and that is exactly what you’ll get if you tee it up at any of the 21 courses listed below. They’re arguably the most challenging layouts you’re ever likely to face so are you prepared to pit your wits and skills against ther toughest courses around? Carnoustie, Angus, Scotland A links beast as well as a...
Written by Michael Catling on Tuesday 28 March 2017
Do you suffer with the putting yips? Does the very thought of a slippery three-footer fill you with dread? If so, we’re here to help. We’ve teamed up with European Tour pro Steven Tiley to help change your fortunes on the putting green. We are offering four lucky readers a free putting lesson with Tiley at Royal Cinque Ports in Kent on...
Written by Camilla Tait on Tuesday 28 March 2017
Fantasy Golf 2017 is now open for registrations! Make sure you sign up now, as all teams will have until 23.59 on the Wednesday before play begins, to save and submit their chosen players. FANTASY GOLF UPDATES We’ve made some changes to the game this year, one of which will provide you with a smoother team selection process. You can now search for players...
Written by Camilla Tait on Friday 24 March 2017
Today’s Golfer 2017 Fantasy Golf: Coming SOON! Fantasy golf is returning for a seventh season! Over 6 thousand of you played every week last year, with Clare Kasey claiming the top prize. This year, Fantasy Golf is coming back with several new improvements and additions to last year’s game, with some incredible prizes up for grabs. Once again, Fantasy Golf will kick...
Written by Staff Writer, Today's Golfer on Thursday 23 March 2017
He may be crocked (again) but Tiger was busy during his last injury-enforced break penning a new book called Unprecedented: The Masters and Me. While we all still wonder if Tiger Woods will play in the Masters this year or not, we sat down and read his new book to relive some of the best Tiger Woods Masters moments. In his new book, Tiger...
Written by Kevin Brown on Wednesday 22 March 2017
Golf fans are being given a chance to see European Tour stars in action for free after organisers of the Rocco Forte Open–Verdura announced that spectators will receive complimentary admission to the tournament this spring. The event, which will take place from May 18-21, will be the first time in five years that Sicily and the exclusive Verdura Resort has hosted...
Written by Kevin Brown on Tuesday 21 March 2017
Seaside golf is extra special, unique in fact. You’re virtually guaranteed to play in firm, fast conditions with the coastal winds always having to be carefully considered on every shot on every hole. It’s a challenge but a thrill and great fun. Here you can play and experience 41 of the best value seaside layouts in the land and you...
Monday 20 March 2017
Kasumigaseki Country Club are to overturn restrictions on female membership after IOC threat to cut Tokyo 2020 status. The report, which comes from the Guardian, says that the Japanese golf club have overturned their policy after increasing pressure from Olympic officials. Prior to the decision, the club reportedly had 220 women on their books but they were not allowed to be granted...
Written by Kevin Brown on Monday 20 March 2017
The Shire London has made Thomas Bjørn, European Ryder Cup Captain, Honorary Captain for 2017-18. The 46-year old Dane will represent the club located near Barnet in Hertfordshire, as momentum builds towards the 2018 Ryder Cup at Le Golf National close to Paris. Speaking at The Shire London, celebrating its tenth anniversary, Bjørn said: “The Shire is the perfect golfing base for...
Written by Staff Writer, Today's Golfer on Friday 17 March 2017
How much would you pay for a golf club? Today’s top drivers are nudging £500, or you can get a three-year-old one secondhand for less than £200. But that’s small change to the avid collectors who are about to bid $1 million doe one of the best collections of early clubs ever seen. The Roberto Family Trust Golf Collection, made up...
Written by Camilla Tait on Friday 17 March 2017
Olympic champion Justin Rose, Masters champion Danny Willett and Solheim Cup player Charley Hull were honoured at last night’s 2017 England Golf Awards, alongside other players and heroes from the grass roots game. Over 400 guests and celebrities attended the glittering ceremony at Lord’s, which celebrated all that’s great about golf in England. “This is our chance to applaud the fantastic achievements...
Written by Camilla Tait on Wednesday 15 March 2017
Rickie Fowler and PUMA Golf are to auction off custom golf shoes in tribute to the legendary Arnold Palmer, with proceeds going to support Arnie’s Army Charitable Foundation. By now, everyone will have seen Rickie Fowler sporting a pair of commemorative PUMA Golf IGNITE Hi-Tops at Bay Hill that feature iconic images of the seven-time Major champion. In addition to...
Written by Kevin Brown on Wednesday 15 March 2017
Historic Scotscraig – 200-years-old this year – has unveiled a comprehensive renovation project that has reinstated many original features of the famous layout. Founded in 1817, Fife’s Scotscraig is the 13th oldest golf club in the world boasting an 18-hole championship course originally laid out under the guidance of Old Tom Morris and later by James Braid. It features a championship course...
Written by Camilla Tait on Wednesday 15 March 2017
The English Disability Open will return for it’s second year to The Warwickshire Golf Club from 26-27 August, 2017. England Golf is again partnering Balasa Golf to co-sanction a championship for golfers of all impairments, creating one umbrella event for disabled golf in England. The championship will be open to all British disabled golfers who meet the definitions of impairment...
Written by Chris Jones, Editor, Today's Golfer on Wednesday 15 March 2017
The massive, 248-page bumper new issue is out now, with Open champion Henrik Stenson on the cover leading our power special, our big Masters preview and our annual gear bible, the 100-page What Gear 2017… Ultimate Gear Guide Details for every club on sale this year, plus balls, shoes, trolleys, GPS and lasers and expert buying tips to help you choose better.
Written by Kevin Brown on Wednesday 15 March 2017
Heathland courses are special. With fairways lined by a striking variety of mature trees interspersed with swathes of ultra-colourful heather and gorse bushes, they’re exceptionally easy on the eye. Add the fact that they’re sand-based and playable year-round and you understand why they’re so popular to play and below are 32 of the UK’s best heathland courses you can play...