Matt Cradock
Matt joined Golf Monthly in February 2021 covering weekend news, before also transitioning to equipment and testing. After freelancing for Golf Monthly and The PGA for 18 months, he was offered a full-time position at the company in October 2022 and continues to cover weekend news and social media, as well as help look after Golf Monthly’s many buyers’ guides and equipment reviews.
Taking up the game when he was just seven years of age, Matt made it into his county squad just a year later and continues to play the game at a high standard, with a handicap of around 2-4. To date, his best round came in 2016, where he shot a six-under-par 66 having been seven-under through nine holes. He currently plays at Witney Lakes in Oxfordshire and his favourite player is Rory McIlroy, despite nearly being struck by his second shot at the 17th during the 2015 BMW PGA Championship.
Matt’s current What’s In The Bag?
Driver: Honma TW747, 8.75°
Fairway Wood: TaylorMade Rocketballz Stage 2, 15°, 19°
Hybrid: Adams Super Hybrid, 22°
Irons: Mizuno MP54, 5-PW
Wedges: Cleveland 588 RTX 2.0 Tour Satin, 50°, 56°, 60°
Putter: Cleveland TFI 2135 Satin Cero
Ball: Titleist Pro V1x
Latest articles by Matt Cradock
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Has The TGL Hammer Rule Change Worked Out?
TGL's change of rules regarding The Hammer has been a big success with many, but has it made matches closer? We take a look at the stats here
By Matt Cradock Published
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Who Are The Best Golfers Under The Age Of 25?
It's no secret that the talent pool of golf is getting younger and younger. So, in this piece, we take you through the best players under the age of 25
By Matt Cradock Published
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Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches Picks, Predictions And Odds
The first event of the Florida Swing gets underway at the Cognizant Classic, where players will tackle one of the toughest layouts on the PGA Tour calendar
By Matt Cradock Published
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Which Professional Golfers Use AimPoint?
The green reading method is extremely popular in both the amateur and professional game, with multiple players seen using the process during tournaments
By Matt Cradock Published
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Anna Nordqvist Announced As 2026 European Solheim Cup Captain
After two stints as vice-captain, Nordqvist is set to step up the captaincy role for 2026, with the team event taking place at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands
By Matt Cradock Published
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Brian Campbell Wins Mexico Open at VidantaWorld In Dramatic Playoff
Brian Campbell defeated Aldrich Potgieter at the second playoff hole to claim a first PGA Tour title at the Mexico Open at VidantaWorld
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Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches Prize Money Payout 2025
The Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches sees a $200,000 increase over 2024, with Austin Eckroat returning to defend his title at PGA National
By Matt Cradock Published
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'I've Never Seen That Before' - How One Particular Product Helped This Tour Pro To The Biggest Win Of His Career
Jacques Kruyswijk claimed a two shot victory at the Magical Kenya Open, with the South African spotted using grip powder in the hot climate of Nairobi
By Matt Cradock Published
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Defending Mexico Open Champion Makes Cut On The Number After Rules Penalty Reversed
Jake Knapp made the cut on the number at Vidanta Vallarta, but almost missed the weekend until a penalty was reversed on his final hole on Friday
By Matt Cradock Published
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Brian Campbell Facts: 13 Things You Didn't Know About The American Golfer
Discover more about American professional golfer, Brian Campbell, via these facts regarding his life and career in the game so far...
By Matt Cradock Published
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Golf Course Forced To Shut 18th Hole Due To 'Health And Safety Grounds'
Holyhead Golf Course in Wales has been forced to close its 18th hole after a neighbor complained that too many stray golf balls were going onto their land
By Matt Cradock Published
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Jordan Spieth To Make Tournament Debut In PGA Tour Event After Late Entry
The three-time Major winner was a late entry into the Cognizant Classic on Friday, as Spieth is set to tee it up at PGA National for the first time in his 12-year pro career
By Matt Cradock Published
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Aldrich Potgieter Goes Driver-Driver At 661-Yard Par 5 To Take Mexico Open Lead
The 20-year-old South African pulled off a moment of magic at the Mexico Open, as he fired a 10-under second round of 61 to lead going into the weekend
By Matt Cradock Published
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Grant Horvat Among Big Names Added To PGA Tour Creator Series… But There’s No Luke Kwon
TPC Sawgrass' Stadium Course is set to stage the first Creator Classic of 2025, but the series opener is to be without last year's winner, Luke Kwon
By Matt Cradock Published
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How Far Does Each Course On The 2025 PGA Tour Schedule Measure?
A total of 47 courses are used throughout 2025 on the PGA Tour and, below, we have taken a look at how far each one measures
By Matt Cradock Published
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Luke Clanton Wins Latest College Event Ahead Of PGA Tour Return
The Amateur World No.1 claimed the Watersound Invitational on the collegiate circuit, with Clanton set to make his PGA Tour return at the Congnizant Classic
By Matt Cradock Published
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YouTube Golf Star Luke Kwon Set For Professional Golf Return
Luke Kwon is in the field for the New Zealand Open, with the former PGA Tour China winner and Good Good star set to feature at Millbrook Golf Resort
By Matt Cradock Published
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Sun Day Red Announces First PGA Tour Ambassador
Tiger Woods' clothing brand has announced their first brand ambassador, with 2024 Korn Ferry Tour Rookie of the Year, Karl Vilips, set to don Sun Day Red apparel
By Matt Cradock Published
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‘But Then, What Is A Divot?’ - Jon Rahm Weighs In On The Most Controversial Rule In Golf
Featuring on the Rick Shiels YouTube channel, the LIV Golf League Individual champion spoke about one of the hot topics in golf, relief from fairway divots
By Matt Cradock Published
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LPGA Tour Star Rose Zhang Becomes TGL Investor
The LPGA Tour star is the newest name in the interactive league, with Zhang joining The Bay Golf Club's ownership group alongside the likes of Steph Curry
By Matt Cradock Published
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LIV Golf Major Winners Seek Open Championship Spot After Committing To Asian Tour Event
Sergio Garcia and Patrick Reed are the latest big names to commit to the International Series Macau event, which offers up three spots in The Open Championship
By Matt Cradock Published
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Report: Charlie Woods And Kai Trump To Play In Prestigious Junior Tournament
According to a report by Golf Channel's Brentley Romine, both the son of Tiger Woods and the granddaughter of US President Donald Trump will be teeing it up at the Junior Invitational
By Matt Cradock Published
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Former LIV Golfer Set To Make DP World Tour Return At Kenya Open
Former LIV Golfer, Eugenio Chacarra, is set to return to the DP World Tour circuit this week after receiving one of the few tournament invitations
By Matt Cradock Published
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Mexico Open At VidantaWorld 2025 Picks, Predictions And Odds
The PGA Tour moves to Mexico and the Mexico Open At VidantaWorld, where Jake Knapp returns to defend the title he won 12 months ago
By Matt Cradock Published