Written by Adrian Fryer on Wednesday 4 November 2009
“Playing off nine golfersmudge you’re obviously doing alot of things well and your preparation looks good with the grip and set-up, other than your elbows/forearms being forced together a little too tightly. “Your faults actually come from ‘over rotating’ your forearms too much in your backswing. This points the shaft too much behind you and also opens the clubface too early causing the...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Tuesday 3 November 2009
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Written by TG Staff Writer on Tuesday 27 October 2009
The NEC Golf Show in Birmingham will be awash with famous faces when it returns to the Midland’s venue for the third time this year. Sporting icons Tim Henman, ex-England goalkeeper David Seaman, cricketer Alex Stewart and Snooker star Willie Thorne will all be making their third visit to the event having attended on both previous occasions. They are all attending as...
Written by Adrian Fryer on Monday 26 October 2009
What a great golf swing Conor N, looks like you are going to be a very low handicap player if not there already. 2 or 3 minor changes should really see you become even more consistent. At address you weight looks like it creeps a little forward onto your toes so aim to feel it a little more even between your...
Written by TG Travel Writer on Wednesday 21 October 2009
The Costa del Sol’s Premier Amateur Golf Tournament – 9th to 14th March 2010 10 Hotel Andalucia Plaza: 5 Nights B&B with a Superior Room 4 Rounds of Golf with Buggies, Picnic & Refreshments Los Flamingos G.C. Alferini (Gran Flamingos) G.C. La Quinta G.C. San Roque New Course Welcome Cocktail Evening with drinks, canapés & entertainment Gala Dinner with 5 course menu, entertainment & prize presentation Return golf transfers...
Written by TG staff writer on Tuesday 20 October 2009
South African superstar Ernie Els recently had good reason for celebrating at the International Wine Challenge Awards at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London. Now in its 26th year the IWC is the largest, most prestigious and influential independent wine competition in the world… and Ernie Els Wines was very much to the fore when iot came to handing out the...
Written by TG staff writer on Tuesday 20 October 2009
Some fantastic signed memorabilia items from this year’s famous TG20 encounters are on offer…and should raise a hefty lump of cash for charity. All the proceeds raised from this special auction will go towards Formula 1 star Rubens Barrichello’s chosen charity, the Brazilian-based Instittuto Barrichello Kanaan which helps vulnerable children and families in the ace driver’s homeland. And among the signed prizes...
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...
Written by TG Features Writer on Wednesday 14 October 2009
Putting the ball in play off the tee is essential to shooting good scores and playing consistent golf, but many golfers struggle to control their driver. Some of the data you guys are entering on our FREE Handicap Tracker service indicates that this is a key area for improving your scores, as some of you are struggling to find the fairway...
Written by TG Features Writer on Wednesday 14 October 2009
“lsneale, you have a great looking swing. From this camera angle I can study the shape of your swing and it looks very neutral, not too inside or out. “Looking at your swing I would think you hit it pretty straight, but without seeing your ball flight and grip, from this angle it’s difficult to tell accurately. “Your ball flight is your...
Written by TG Features Writer on Monday 12 October 2009
The night’s are starting to draw in and as well as having to think about what to buy the other half for Christmas it also means it’s nearly time to switch the emphasis from the course to the range. Winter is the perfect time to iron out any faults that may have crept into your game over the summer months or...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Friday 9 October 2009
Golf will be included in the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro in 2016 after winning a committee vote earlier today. Both golf and rugby sevens had been recommended for inclusion by the International Olympic Committee exective board and that proposal was ratified today at a full meeting of the IOC Congress in Denmark today. Golf was voted in with a verdict of 63...
Written by TG Staff Writer on Saturday 3 October 2009
With the Ryder Cup just 12 months away, a new three quarter of a million pounds state of the art Golf Academy has opened its doors to the public at Machynys Golf Club and Spa, Llanelli in Carmarthenshire. It has been designated a ‘Golf Union of Wales Regional Centre of Excellence’ and is the final piece of a jigsaw that completes a...
Written by Today's Golfer on Friday 2 October 2009
Places are going fast for the TG Masterclass at The Grove at the end of October. Today’s Golfer has teamed up with The Grove to lay on a golf day to remember. As well as a round on the stunning Hertfordshire course, there are also FOUR lessons with top coaches included. The Grove’s Head Pro Kevin Merry will be joined by three...
Written by Golf World on Tuesday 29 September 2009
The November issue of Golf World goes on sale today, and – as well as personal instruction from our new, star columnist, Ian Poulter, there is a free 64-page magazine inside, which is the definitive guide to the Top-100 golf courses in Continental Europe. A ‘must-keep’ guide, this will tell you exactly where you should be planning your next golfing...
Written by Adrian Fryer on Monday 28 September 2009
“Looking at your clip latopjim, I suspect you tend to leak the ball to the right with your driver and you have inconsistent strikes, hitting it fat and thin. “Your pre-swing details need tweaking to encourage better movements through the ball. “At address turn your left hand a little ‘stronger’ (more clockwise so you can see 2-3 knuckles of your left hand). Tilt...
Written by TG Features Writer on Monday 28 September 2009
There’s nothing more frustrating, or costly for your scorecard and handicap, than three-putting. None of us are immune from this horrible affliction, but our FREE Handicap Tracker service indicates that some are more prone than others. Gary White, who plays off 25.9, has had three rounds in September with over 40 putts, while Darren Bell and George Bell have each had five rounds...
Written by TG Courses editor on Thursday 24 September 2009
Top jewellery brand Clogau Gold is working in association with The 2010 Ryder Cup to create a stunning range of jewellery and luxury giftware – perfect for golfing enthusiasts. The six piece range of jewellery is said to be inspired as much by the game as it is the lifestyle, with each piece demonstrating a contemporary sophistication. The collection, named ‘Work,...
Written by Golf World on Thursday 24 September 2009
Oliver Farr is the 2009 HSBC Golf World Champion of Champions after a thrilling play-off victory at Royal Birkdale. The 21-year-old from Ludlow Golf Club beat defending champion Sandy Twynholm on the first sudden-death hole. Both finished at five-under par, after each shot a 72 and a 67 on alternate days of the two-day final. Twynholm had to birdie the final hole...
Written by Adrian Fryer on Thursday 24 September 2009
“Intermad22, your golf swing looks very good and powerful. As with any low handicap player, the aim is to keep the swing as ‘neutral’ as possible, i.e not too inside or outside on the approach or open or closed with the clubface. “You have a tendancy to set up a little too far from the ball which encourages your arms to...