Fergus Bisset
Fergus is Golf Monthly's resident expert on the history of the game and has written extensively on that subject. He has also worked with Golf Monthly to produce a podcast series. Called 18 Majors: The Golf History Show it offers new and in-depth perspectives on some of the most important moments in golf's long history. You can find all the details about it here.
He is a golf obsessive and 1-handicapper. Growing up in the North East of Scotland, golf runs through his veins and his passion for the sport was bolstered during his time at St Andrews university studying history. He went on to earn a post graduate diploma from the London School of Journalism. Fergus has worked for Golf Monthly since 2004 and has written two books on the game; "Great Golf Debates" together with Jezz Ellwood of Golf Monthly and the history section of "The Ultimate Golf Book" together with Neil Tappin , also of Golf Monthly.
Fergus once shanked a ball from just over Granny Clark's Wynd on the 18th of the Old Course that struck the St Andrews Golf Club and rebounded into the Valley of Sin, from where he saved par. Who says there's no golfing god?
Latest articles by Fergus Bisset
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How Far Would Old Tom Morris Hit The Modern Golf Ball With Modern Equipment?
If you handed golfing legend Old Tom Morris a 460cc driver and teed him up a brand-new ball, how far might he be able to strike it?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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'A Classic Case Of Performance Anxiety!' – What These 5 Common Golf Dreams Mean... According To A Psychologist
Fergus Bisset asks leading sports psychologist Stephen Smith whether his and others’ golfing dreams should be a cause for concern…
By Fergus Bisset Published
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My Unpopular Golf Opinion: Putts Should Count For Half A Shot
My unpopular golf opinion is that putts should only count half a shot. I recognise that it’s never going to happen. But I think it would be great… For me at least…
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Rules Of Match Play Golf Explained
Here we explain the basic Rules of match play golf. There are some differences from stroke play and those are worth knowing before you head out to play.
By Jeremy Ellwood Last updated
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The Rules On Red, Yellow And White Stakes
We give you all the Rules information you need on how to proceed when faced with red, yellow and white stakes on the golf course.
By Jeremy Ellwood Last updated
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Golf Rules Refresher: Unplayable Ball Essentials
Here we give you all the information you need when you find your ball in an unplayable position on the golf course. You have options to consider.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Six Bunker Rules Every Golfer Needs To Know
We give you all the information you need when it comes to the Rules concerning bunkers in golf.
By Fergus Bisset Last updated
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Justin Hastings Wins Latin America Amateur Championship And Will Play The Open Championship, Masters And US Open
Justin Hastings of the Cayman Islands has won the 10th Latin America Amateur Championship at Pilar Golf Club, Buenos Aires.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Justin Hastings Leads With One Round To Play At Latin America Amateur Championship
Justin Hastings of the Cayman Islands leads the Latin America Amateur Championship through 54 holes at Pilar Golf Club, Buenos Aires.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Latin America Amateur Championship: Notes From Buenos Aires, Saturday
It’s Saturday at the Latin America Amateur Championship in Buenos Aires, Fergus Bisset is attending and is keeping us posted on his activities…
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Sparks Flying And Hastings In Battle As Play Suspended At Latin America Amateur Championship
Patrick Sparks of Peru, Segundo Oliva Pinto of Argentina and Justin Hastings of the Cayman Islands lead the Latin America Amateur Championship at the Pilar Golf Club in Buenos Aires.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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How Often Should You Upgrade Your Golf Clubs?
Keeping your equipment up to date could help you maximise performance, but how often should you change your clubs and how will you know the time is right?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Latin America Amateur Championship: Notes From Buenos Aires, Friday
It’s day two of the Latin America Amateur Championship and Fergus Bisset is there in Buenos Aires. Here’s the latest…
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Merizalde, Sparks And Palacios Lead Latin America Amateur Championship
Manuel Merizalde of Colombia, Patrick Sparks of Peru and Gabriel Palacios of Guatemala lead the Latin America Amateur Championship through one round.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Peru To Host The 2026 Latin America Amateur Championship
Lima Golf Club in Peru will play host to the 2026 Latin America Championship. The news was announced this morning in a press conference in Buenos Aires.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Latin America Amateur Championship: Notes From Buenos Aires, Thursday
Fergus Bisset is in Argentina for the Latin America Amateur Championship. Here’s what he’s up to today.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Why The Latin America Amateur Championship Is The Perfect Golf Tournament
With the 10th edition taking place this week in Buenos Aires, The LAAC represents everything that is good about elite tournament golf.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Best Golf Drinks Bottles And Mugs 2025
Our pick of the best bottles and mugs for use on and off the course
By Fergus Bisset Last updated
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Best Golf Hip Flasks 2025
A selection of our favorite hip flasks for golfers, so that you can enjoy a small tipple on the fairways.
By Fergus Bisset Last updated
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When Should You Hit A Provisional Ball In Golf?
We give you the info you need on when to hit a provisional ball in golf and how to go about doing so. It can save time on the golf course.
By Fergus Bisset Last updated
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Can Anyone Help You Look For Your Golf Ball?
If you’ve sprayed a tee shot into the deep rough, can you recruit any old passerby to give you a hand looking for it, or are you on your own?
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Do You Get Free Relief From A Divot Hole In The Rough When It’s Preferred Lies?
If the committee has declared that preferred lies are in operation, do you get a free drop from a divot hole in the rough when your ball has landed in one?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Golf Club Membership Is In Decline. So What Does The Future Hold?
Is time running out for the traditional structure of members’ golf clubs in this country? What do clubs need to do to adapt, continue to appeal and survive?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Do You Get A Free Drop If You’re Standing On A Sprinkler Head In The Rough?
What happens if you go to address your ball in the rough and find your foot slipping about on a sprinkler head. Are you entitled to a free drop?
By Fergus Bisset Published