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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Best Golf Mid Layers
Looking for a mid layer that will keep you warm and protected on the golf course? We take a look at the best on the market
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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How Does LIV Golf's Points System Work?
We take a look at how the LIV Golf League's individual and team points systems work ahead of the circuit's 2025 season
By Matt Cradock Published
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Sponsor Exemptions Revealed For Genesis Invitational
The Genesis Invitational gets underway on the 13th February and, along with the guaranteed starters, multiple sponsor exemptions have been granted to various players
By Matt Cradock Published
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WM Phoenix Open Picks, Predictions And Odds
The rowdiest tournament on the PGA Tour calendar returns at TPC Scottsdale, with a number of big names set to be present in Phoenix
By Matt Cradock Published
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Phil Mickelson Pulls Out Of LIV Golf Opening Event With Injury
The HyFlyers GC captain revealed he won't be present in Riyadh after sustaining a 'minor shoulder injury' preparing for LIV's first event of 2025
By Matt Cradock Published
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Shane Lowry Makes $600,000 Final Hole Birdie At Pebble Beach
Although Lowry missed out on a victory at Pebble Beach, the 37-year-old made a birdie at the final hole to add $600,000 to his tournament purse winnings
By Matt Cradock Published
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Shot Of The Year? Cam Davis Pulls Off Stunning Tree Root Escape At Pebble Beach
Having put his second shot into the tree roots at the final hole, Davis produced an outrageous recovery that many claimed is already the shot of the year
By Matt Cradock Published
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Who Is Rory McIlroy’s Wife?
Rory McIlroy married American Erica Stoll in April 2017 after the pair met during the 2012 Ryder Cup
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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Tom Kim Makes Putter Change To Move Into AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Contention
The 22-year-old had switched back to a blade style putter at TGL on Monday night, with Kim opting to use it at Pebble Beach as he remains in contention
By Matt Cradock Published
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Laurie Canter Wins Bahrain Championship Epic With Playoff Hole Birdie
Laurie Canter secured a second DP World Tour victory in an enthralling final day in Bahrain, with the Englishman fending off Pablo Larrazabal and Dan Brown in a playoff
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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'I Think Really Good Venues Are A Big Part Of The Storyline' - Rory McIlroy Singles Out One Aspect For New Look PGA Tour
Sitting in contention at Pebble Beach, McIlroy had nothing but praise for the course, claiming venues like it are far more interesting than 'a run of the mill TPC'
By Matt Cradock Published
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AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Final Round Tee Times
Sepp Straka leads Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry by one shot going into the final round, with a number of big names also in pursuit of the Ryder Cup star
By Matt Cradock Published
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Bernhard Langer Admits 'It Would Be A Thrill' To See Tiger Woods Play On The Champions Tour
Tiger Woods is eligible to join the Champions Tour next year when he turns 50, and Bernhard Langer hopes Woods 'will play several' tournaments on the circuit
By Matt Cradock Published
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Nelly Korda And Lydia Ko Make Mid-Tournament Equipment Changes At LPGA Tour Opener
The World No.1 and 2 made equipment changes after round one of the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions, with both going on to card five-under-par second rounds
By Matt Cradock Published
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Scottie Scheffler Makes Rocky Par At AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
The World No.1 found the rocks at Pebble Beach's iconic 18th hole, but that didn't stop Scheffler from making a wild par to finish his second round
By Matt Cradock Published
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LIV Golf Transfer Window: All 13 Teams Complete For 2025
After three full seasons, attention now turns to the fourth year of the LIV Golf League and, between now and the start in February, there's plenty to be sorted...
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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I’ve Looked Through The Early 2025 Masters Odds And These 5 Players Are Currently Crazy Good Value
The Masters is drawing nearer and nearer and, right now, you can grab some crazy odds on certain players ahead of the main event at Augusta National
By Matt Cradock Published
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Bryson DeChambeau Spotted With New Unique Irons Ahead Of India Debut
The US Open champion arrived in India ahead of the International Series event with what appeared to be some prototype LA Golf irons in the golf bag
By Matt Cradock Published
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13 Notable Amateurs And Celebrities Playing In The AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
Amongst the 80 professionals teeing it up at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, there are also a number of recognized names playing alongside side them for the first two days
By Matt Cradock Published
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Masters Odds 2025: Scheffler Favorite To Win Green Jacket Again
The Masters is the first men's Major of the year and, in the run-up to the tournament, we take you through the full list of player odds at Augusta National
By Matt Cradock Published
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TGL Standings: Full League Table And Results
The TGL is past the halfway stage and, in mid-February, just one team remains undefeated as we head to the business end of the season
By Matt Cradock Published
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8 Famous Pebble Beach Residents Through The Years
Pebble Beach is one of the most iconic courses in golf and, throughout its history, a number of famous faces have resided in the area
By Matt Cradock Published
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Pat Perez Joins LIV Golf Broadcast Team After Being Dropped From League As Player
After being dropped from the 4Aces GC, it has been announced that Pat Perez will be taking up an on-course analyst role for the 2025 LIV Golf season
By Matt Cradock Published
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AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Picks, Predictions And Odds
The PGA Tour's second Signature Event of 2025 comes from the iconic Pebble Beach, as a number of huge names are set to feature on the Monterey Peninsula
By Matt Cradock Published