Thursday 28 April 2022
How do I get a golf handicap? And how does the World Handicap System work? Use our easy-to-follow guide, compiled with England Golf’s Head of Handicapping and Course Rating. Have you got to grips with golf’s World Handicap System? The WHS replaced the UK’s CONGU system in November 2020, ensuring a level playing field for amateur club golfers across the globe. Getting a golf...
Written by Mark Flanagan on Wednesday 27 April 2022
Two great opportunities to pick up a motoring classic Luxury vehicle auction specialists Silverstone Auctions will be featured at two popular luxury car sales events at Sywell Aerodrome, in Northampton later this year. Formed in 2011, Silverstone Auctions is a world-class, specialist auction house for the sale of classic cars, modern supercars, all types of competition cars, modern and historic motorcycles as...
Written by Mark Flanagan on Thursday 21 April 2022
Four rounds, over 20 miles and one amazing cause Want to feel good about your game? Round up a team of mates to play four rounds in 24 hours and get fundraising to support people with cancer. Now in its 22nd year, Macmillan Cancer Support’s Longest Day Golf Challenge is one of the most anticipated events of the summer for thousands of...
Written by Michael Catling on Monday 14 March 2022
As Maurice Flitcroft’s extraordinary story hits the big screen, we review The Phantom of the Open, starring Mark Rylance and Sally Hawkins. Golf has always had a chequered history on the big screen. If it wasn’t for the connection with golf, we probably wouldn’t bother watching Tin Cup, Caddyshack or Happy Gilmore again… and they’re the good ones. But The Phantom of...
Wednesday 1 December 2021
If you’re bored of the weekly stableford with your mates, here are 16 new formats to freshen things up and provide some new fun on the golf course. For a game that is anything but predictable, it’s ironic that most golf competitions follow the strokeplay, stableford or matchplay formats. They may be good fun, but there are hundreds of other ways...
Written by Mark Flanagan on Thursday 25 November 2021
Always wanted to play golf at Valderrama? New ‘Sotogrande Experience’ will make your dreams come true. Andalucia in Spain is home to some of the best golf courses on the continent and now you can play the three jewels in the region’s crown as part of a superb new ‘Stay and Play’ package. RELATED: Golf World Top 100 Courses and Resorts Located...
Written by Michael Catling on Monday 1 November 2021
Amir Malik has made it his mission to enpower and inspire Muslims to get into golf. This is how he’s doing it… Since taking up golf seven years ago, Amir Malik has experienced everything from indifference and curiosity to hostility because of his beliefs – and the colour of his skin. As a practising Muslim, he prays five times a day, eats...
Written by Michael Catling on Friday 22 October 2021
Meet the Scottish duo who set-up a discounted golf ball business during lockdown – and are now raking in the cash! Campbell Mathieson and Andrew Bogle have always made a pretty good team. The 23-year-olds went to the same school together, played golf together, and even caddied at Royal Troon together. But it wasn’t until they left for separate universities and then...
Written by Michael Catling on Friday 22 October 2021
Meet the Irishman attempting to break the world record for most golf holes played in a week – and raise $250,000 for charity! Mick McLoughlin has just finished hitting 1,200 balls at the driving range in Brisbane, Australia, He’ll be back there tomorrow doing it all over again, and the day after that as well. Nearly 12 months of training will finally...
Tuesday 5 October 2021
England Golf launches iGolf, a new digital community that offers non-club golfers in England the opportunity to obtain and maintain an official handicap. Society and charity golf days are about to get a whole lot fairer. Non-club golfers in England can now sign up to iGolf and pay an annual fee of £40 in exchange for a World Handicap Index, as...
Written by Chris Bertram / Rob Jerram on Monday 2 August 2021
French super-club Les Bordes has officially unveiled its second golf course and it looks absolutely incredible! Designed by Gil Hanse, the man behind Castle Stuart, Streamsong Black and the Rio Olympics Course, Les Bordes’ eagerly awaited New Course is now open for play. Situated in France’s Loire Valley, just 60 miles south of Paris, the course was officially opened by the world-renowned...
Written by Rob Jerram on Monday 19 July 2021
The R&A launches #FOREEVERYONE campaign which aims to get more women and girls playing golf. The R&A’s participation campaign aims to encouraging more women and girls to play golf by showcasing the sport and providing practical advice on how anyone can get started. RELATED: Meg MacLaren on the benefits of the Phoenix party hole #FOREeveryone highlights the many benefits of playing golf, including the...
Written by Rob Jerram on Monday 19 July 2021
Golfers can remove flags and use rakes again as England Golf updates Covid-19 guidance amid relaxation of restrictions. Golf clubs can remove “any restrictions around on course items” now following the latest coronavirus guidance from the governing body. England Golf’s amended ‘Play Safe, Stay Safe’ rules came into force after Prime Minister Boris Johnson lifted the remaining coronavirus lockdown regulations in the...
Written by Rob Jerram on Monday 12 July 2021
Win performance-enhancing Payntr Golf X 001 F shoes and Payntr caps! Sports performance footwear experts Payntr entered the golf industry with the debut of the Payntr X 001 F golf shoe back in March, giving golfers a competitive advantage from the ground up by utilising a unique traction system born out of biomechanical insights. FULL REVIEW: Payntr Golf X 001 F shoes And...
Written by Chris Bertram on Thursday 24 June 2021
Why Rosapenna’s St Patrick’s Links is the best new golf course in the world. Ireland’s newest course opens this weekend and we got a world-exclusive sneak preview of Ireland’s new World Top 100 golf courses entry-in waiting. One word… wow. RELATED: Golf World Top 100 Links Courses in Britain and Ireland Golf World Top 100 Courses and Resorts editor Chris Bertram was one...
Written by Rob Jerram on Thursday 17 June 2021
Win a custom-built SIK Golf Putter, as used by reigning US Open champion Bryson DeChambeau. Most golfers may not be able to drive the ball like Bryson DeChambeau, but they can now mirror his putting success. RELATED: Everything you need to know about the 2021 US Open Featuring Descending Loft Technology (DLT) SIK Putters enable the golfer to present the putter face at a consistent launch...
Written by Rob Jerram on Wednesday 16 June 2021
We’ve got two Bushnell Golf Phantom 2 GPS to give away, pre-loaded with more than 38,000 courses and worth £139 each! The Bushnell Phantom 2 has numerous upgrades from its predecessor including GreenView distances with movable pin placements for even more accurate distances to the flag and “Dynamic Green Mapping,” which provides front/centre/back distance measurements no matter which direction you approach...
Written by Kevin Brown on Monday 7 June 2021
Win three two-night golf breaks at QHotels Group’s award-winning venues. We’ve teamed up with the QHotels Group, the UK’s largest golf resort operator, to offer one lucky reader the fantastic chance to win a two-night golfing break for two at THREE of its award-winning venues. RELATED: Europe’s best new course since Kingsbarns The featured resorts are Belton Woods in Lincolnshire, Dunston Hall in Norfolk...
Written by Chris Jones on Monday 10 May 2021
Close House, two-time host venue of the European Tour’s British Masters and home to two Lee Westwood championship courses, celebrates its 10th anniversary. Just 15 miles from Newcastle, the venue has enjoyed a rapid rise in stature since its construction and has hosted numerous high-profile events, including last year’s British Masters – the first European Tour event to take place following...
Written by Rob Jerram on Friday 7 May 2021
Ten years on from Seve Ballesteros’ tragic death, here are are 24 things you never knew about the golfing great and Ryder Cup legend. 1 Seve was born with a physical defect which meant his right shoulder would hang down below his left – the ideal address position. 2 He played in his first tournament at 10 and scored a 10 at...