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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DP World Tour Pro Makes Two Nines In Horror Back Nine At KLM Open
Joel Girrbach had a back nine to forget at the KLM Open, as the Swiss player made not just one nine, but two, at the 10th and 18th holes on Saturday
By Matt Cradock Published
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Check Out The 15-Year-Old Irons Lexi Thompson Is Still Using At The KPMG Women's PGA Championship
Thompson is known as one of the best ball strikers in the women's game, but did you know that the irons she uses were released back in 2009? Here, we check them out!
By Matt Cradock Published
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KPMG Women's PGA Championship Tee Times - Round Three
Sarah Schmelzel and Amy Yang lead the third women's Major of 2024 going into the weekend, with a number of big names in hot pursuit of the duo
By Matt Cradock Published
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Travelers Championship Tee Times - Round Three
Tom Kim leads at TPC River Highlands, with the South Korean two shots clear of the likes of Scottie Scheffler and Collin Morikawa going into the weekend
By Matt Cradock Published
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6 Big Names Who Missed The Cut At The KPMG Women's PGA Championship - Nelly Korda Fails To Make Weekend After Second Round 81
The World No.1 missed a third consecutive cut, as Korda fired a nine-over-par round of 81 to miss the weekend by one at Sahalee Country Club
By Matt Cradock Published
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Best Putters On Amazon 2024
We take a look at the best putters on Amazon available right now, varying in price to suit your eye and budget.
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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'He Was Very Rushed And You Could Tell He Was Anxious' - Sports Psychologist On Rory McIlroy’s US Open Finish
We asked sports psychologist, Gareth Shaw, about McIlroy's agonizing finish at the US Open and how much it will affect the multiple-time Major winner
By Matt Cradock Published
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7 Underrated Stories That You May Have Missed At The US Open
We take a look at some stories which you may have missed at Pinehurst No.2, as the likes of Xander Schauffele, Davis Thompson and Sergio Garcia all flew under the radar
By Matt Cradock Published
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Best Affordable Golf Carts 2024
Looking for a reliable golf cart that won't break the bank, then we have you covered
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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'I Probably Shouldn’t Have Changed The Heads' - Bryson DeChambeau Reveals Reason For Driver Head Swap Prior To US Open Win
The big-hitting American was seen swapping driver heads before his final round at the US Open, with the reasoning, at the time, unclear. Now, DeChambeau has explained why...
By Matt Cradock Published
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Social Media Reacts To Bryson DeChambeau's Epic US Open Victory
DeChambeau claimed a thrilling victory at Pinehurst No.2, with the American producing the par of his life at the 72nd hole for a second US Open scalp in North Carolina
By Matt Cradock Published
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Lilia Vu Defeats Lexi Thompson And Grace Kim To Claim Meijer LPGA Classic Playoff Win
Lilia Vu made her first start back since injury count, as she fired a seven-under-par final round and then defeated Thompson and Kim at the third playoff hole to claim the victory
By Matt Cradock Published
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'Best Bet Of My Life' - Punter Wins Incredible $61k Parlay At US Open
Twitter user, @joshuadasilva, landed one of the best bets you will likely see this weekend at the US Open, as he secured a profit of over $60,000
By Matt Cradock Published
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What Clothing Does Bryson DeChambeau Wear?
DeChambeau is one of the most recognized golfers on the planet, with the LIV player donning apparel from the Stitch Golf brand
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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USGA Honoring Payne Stewart With Special 18th Hole Flag At US Open
The three-time Major winner, who sadly passed away four months after his second US Open win, is set to be honored with a memorial flag on Sunday
By Matt Cradock Published
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Hat Gate - What Has Happened Since Rory McIlroy's Incident With Cantlay’s Caddie Joe LaCava
McIlroy and Cantlay have somewhat of a tense relationship since the 2023 Ryder Cup and, below, we have gone through a timeline of events that followed the infamous 'Hat Gate'
By Matt Cradock Published
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‘I’ve Got A Great Chance Going Into Tomorrow’ - Rory McIlroy Relishing Opportunity To End Major Drought At US Open
McIlroy sits three shots back of leader, Bryson DeChambeau, going into the final round, as he looks to end his 10-year Major wait
By Matt Cradock Published
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Bryson DeChambeau Receives Physio Treatment Whilst Leading US Open
The big-hitting American was seen receiving treatment on his hip, with DeChambeau seemingly in some discomfort whilst leading at Pinehurst No.2
By Matt Cradock Published
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Neal Shipley Receives Penalty At US Open But Remains In Hunt For Low Amateur Honors
Shipley received a one stroke penalty at the US Open on Saturday, after it was deemed he was the reason for his golf ball moving as he addressed it on the par 4 13th
By Matt Cradock Published
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US Open Amateurs Set For Thrilling Final Day Showdown
Neal Shipley and Luke Clanton are set up for an intriguing battle for low amateur honors at the US Open, with both four-over-par heading into the final day
By Matt Cradock Published
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Scottie Scheffler Reveals Plans To Change Pre-Major Strategy After US Open Disappointment
After three-over-par rounds at Pinehurst No.2, the World No.1 revealed that his preparation prior to the big events may have to change if he is to claim more Major scalps
By Matt Cradock Published
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Cameron Smith's US Open Top Went Viral On Social Media... And Here's How To Get It!
The Major winner's polo shirt caught a lot of attention on Saturday at Pinehurst No.2, with many loving the look Smith had going on at the US Open
By Matt Cradock Published
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Thomas Detry What's In The Bag? 2024 Update
We take a look at what the Belgian Tour player is wielding, with Detry using a full bag of Callaway equipment
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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World No.1 Nelly Korda Misses Second-Consecutive Cut As Big Names Head Home Early At Meijer LPGA Classic
World No.1, Nelly Korda, missed the cut at the Meijer LPGA Classic, with other notable names not featuring at the weekend in Michigan
By Matt Cradock Published