Michael Weston
Michael has been with Golf Monthly since 2008. As a multimedia journalist, he has also worked for The Football Association, where he created content to support the men's European Championships, The FA Cup, London 2012, and FA Women's Super League. As content editor at Foremost Golf, Michael worked closely with golf's biggest equipment manufacturers, and has developed an in-depth knowledge of this side of the industry. He's now a regular contributor, covering instruction, equipment and feature content. Michael has interviewed many of the game's biggest stars, including six world number ones, and has attended and reported on many Major Championships and Ryder Cups. He's a member of Formby Golf Club.
Latest articles by Michael Weston
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Rory McIlroy And Patrick Cantlay Share US Open Lead At Pinehurst No.2
Patrick Cantlay fires five under, but Rory McIlroy matches this with a bogeyless round. Scheffler and Woods struggle.
By Michael Weston Last updated
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6 Reasons To Track Your Shots In 2024
One of the quickest ways to lower your scores is to track every shot that you hit. Here's why...
By Michael Weston Published
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Which Courses Have Hosted The Most US Opens?
One course in Pennsylvania has hosted the US Open a record nine times
By Michael Weston Last updated
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What Are The Five Founding Clubs Of The USGA?
The year 1894 was a landmark moment for golf in America, and for the sport as a whole
By Michael Weston Last updated
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Which LIV Golfers Have Won The US Open?
The six LIV players to have won the US Open - and a look back at their victories
By Michael Weston Last updated
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How The Apple Watch Can Transform And Improve Your Golfing Experience
A significant update has made the Apple Watch one serious piece of golf kit - one that could take your game to the next level
By Michael Weston Published
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Bryson DeChambeau Makes Huge Jump In World Rankings After PGA Championship Runner-Up
Bryson DeChambeau has made a big move in the OWGR after his runner-up finish at the PGA Championship
By Michael Weston Published
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'I Just Kept Telling Myself I Need To Earn This' - How Xander Schauffele Finally Got Over The Line In A Major
The American talks of his relief to finally land a Major Championship, an emotional victory that left his father in “a mess”
By Michael Weston Published
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PGA Tour Loses Another Director After Shock Jimmy Dunne Resignation
Mark Flaherty is the second independent director to step down in less than a week
By Michael Weston Published
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PGA Championship Leaderboard And Live Updates: Schauffele Shoots A Record 62 And Has A Three-Shot Lead
Day one of the year's second men's Major Championship, and it's record-breaking Xander Schauffele who leads the way at Valhalla
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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PGA Championship Future Venues: Including Kiawah Island, Olympic Club and PGA Frisco
We take a look at where the PGA Championship heads to in the coming years, which includes an exciting new course in Texas that is home to the PGA of America's HQ
By Michael Weston Last updated
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Matt Fitzpatrick Joins Arccos Golf As Investor And Tour Ambassador
The former US Open champion, who makes no secret of his love of stats, has joined golf's number one game tracker
By Michael Weston Published
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The Unique (And Very Cool) Golf Ball Rory McIlroy Used In Wells Fargo Victory
Heading into the Wells Fargo Championship, the Northern Irishman made a subtle change to his golf ball
By Michael Weston Published
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What Is The Lowest Ever Score In The PGA Championship?
We take a look at the lowest 18-, 36-, 54- and 72-hole scores at the PGA Championship
By Michael Weston Published
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'He Hits It 350 Yards In The Air Downwind And He Has Shorter Clubs Into Firm Greens Than Anyone Else' - Xander Schauffele On Humbling McIlroy Defeat At Quail Hollow
Xander Schauffele heaps praise on Rory McIlroy after a disappointing Sunday for the American
By Michael Weston Published
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I Had A Session With A PGA Pro And It Saved My Golf Game – Here's Why Nothing Beats A Face-To-Face Lesson
Watching instruction video tips and advice can help a lot, but having face-to-face lessons is the best way to improve
By Michael Weston Published
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Big Max Dri Lite Hybrid Plus 2024 Golf Bag Review
We test the new Dri Lite Hybrid Plus – a feature-packed bag that can be carried and easily popped onto a trolley
By Michael Weston Published
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5 Expert Putting Drills From A Four-Time DP World Tour Winner
Learn how to putt like a champion and make more birdies with these 5 expert putting drills...
By Michael Weston Published
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Meet The Massachusetts Golf Instructor Who Has Added Boston Celtics Star Jayson Tatum To His Increasing List Of Celebrity Students
Teaching pro Dan Boisvert on what it's like to coach an NBA star
By Michael Weston Published
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'I Still Think I Have A Lot Of Good Golf Left In Me' - Bernhard Langer Aims To Win Again As He Returns From Potentially Career-Ending Injury
The two-time Masters champion has made a miraculous recovery from injury
By Michael Weston Published
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Back-To-Back Korn Ferry Tour Winner Stands On The Edge Of PGA Tour Dream (And A Place In The World's Top-100)
There's a new birdie machine in town - and his name is Tim Widing
By Michael Weston Published
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16-Year-Old Vows To Lean On Former LPGA Tour Pro Mum For Advice Ahead Of PGA Tour Debut
The Surrey-based 16-year-old is coached by his mother, a former LPGA Tour player
By Michael Weston Published
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Watch: Rory McIlroy Blasts Out 'Don’t Stop Believin’' On Stage After Zurich Classic Victory
Winning team Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry took to the stage for a singalong after their Zurich Classic victory on Sunday night
By Michael Weston Published
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FootJoy TempoSeries Sun Hoodie Review
Our verdict on FootJoy’s lightweight hoodie—a sporty offering that can be worn on and off the golf course
By Michael Weston Published