Latest articles by Nick Bonfield
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12 Things You Didn’t Know About Augusta (The City, Not The Golf Club)
Most golf fans are very familiar with Augusta National Golf Club, the iconic host venue for The Masters Tournament, but what about the city it's located in?
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Is This The (Unexpected) Reason That Rory McIlroy Has Never Won The Masters?
On the surface, it appears that Rory McIlroy is the perfect fit for Augusta National, but he hasn't managed to get over the line. His scorecards indicate why...
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I Know It's Controversial, But The Last Three Holes At Augusta National Need A Rethink
Augusta National is arguably the best golf course on the planet, but I find the last three holes at the home of The Masters slightly underwhelming...
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I Looked Back At 10 Years Of Masters Winners’ Scorecards… 3 Things REALLY Stand Out
There are different ways to skin a cat, but the last ten Masters winners all have these three things in common. Here are two keys to win at Augusta National…
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I've Been To The Masters And These Are The 5 Best And 5 Worst Holes
Augusta National is a picture-perfect golf course, but are holes that appear the best on television the same when you're on the ground? Let's see...
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This Masters Champion Is The Only Winner In 51 YEARS To Not Shoot Under-Par On Augusta National's Par 5s
It’s almost always the case that you must play the par 5s well at Augusta National if you want to win The Masters, but this one man is the exception to the rule
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How Often Do Golfers Win Majors With A Double-Bogey On The Scorecard? I Looked At Every Men's Winner’s Card Since 2000 To Find Out
It seems logical that avoiding mistakes and banishing double-bogeys from the scorecard is the key to Major Championship success, but is that actually the case?
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Perfection Doesn't Exist: 12 Things I'd Change To Make The Masters Even Better
Clearly, The Masters is a fantastic golf tournament and fans are almost universal in their love of the event and Augusta National. But could it be improved?
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The 9 Infuriating Etiquette Errors I See Most Often
Most things about the game of golf bring me joy, but these etiquette gaffes are more common than they should be and wind me up on a consistent basis
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I Feel Like Some Golf Club Members Stare Me Down As A Visitor. Is It Paranoia Or Reality?
Visitors can be treated with a degree of suspicion and distrust by some people at some golf clubs, and I don't understand why
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'If You’re Constantly Chasing Your Best Score Or Facing An Uphill Battle To Play To Handicap, It’s Hard To Feel Relaxed' – What Is The Perfect Handicap For Optimal Golfing Enjoyment?
When it comes to how much fun you can have on the golf course, how much does ability factor into the equation? Does a lower handicap mean more enjoyment?
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I Used To Swear By Putting In A Card Every Time I Played Golf… But I’ve Changed My Mind
I always felt submitting a handicap card every time I played a round of golf was the way to go. However, recent events have altered my opinion…
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The 14 Things I Learned From Watching Every Episode Of Full Swing Season 3
Netflix has just released Full Swing Season 3. These are my key takeaways after watching every episode of the popular golf docuseries...
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‘The Golfers Aren’t Boring. But, Crucially, They’re Not Exciting’ – Netflix Struggles For Stars And Storylines In Full Swing Season 3
The third season of Netflix's Full Swing is mildly interesting to golf fans, but it hardly sets the pulse racing and exposes the lack of characters in the men's professional game
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I Re-Watched Happy Gilmore. Here’s A Tongue-In-Cheek Look At The 25 Golfing Inaccuracies That Made Me Chuckle
The news that Happy Gilmore 2 is in production prompted Nick Bonfield to go back and watch the original, which is full of golf-related comedy gold....
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Why I'm Seriously Considering Boycotting Men's Professional Golf Until The Masters
As we approach the new year, men’s professional golf is still engulfed in uncertainty. Will things eventually be resolved or will greed continue to prevail?
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Golf’s Little Joys: 11 'Small' Things I Love About The Game
Clearly, shooting a great score is pleasing, but it doesn’t happen every day. These 11 more subtle things about the game of golf always bring a smile to my face
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I Was Investigated For Handicapping Violations… Don’t Make The Same Mistake As Me
I’m a strong advocate of iGolf, but I was investigated for breaching its regulations. When it comes to handicapping, we all have a responsibility to play by the rules
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There's A Growing Divide Between Club Members And Nomadic Golfers When It Comes To Handicapping... And I'm Concerned About It
Some golfers believe competition play should be a pre-requisite to achieving a ‘valid’ handicap, while others feel you should be able to submit a card whenever you want
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‘If The Values Of Your Sport Do Not Match The Core Values Of A New Generation, It Will Very Quickly Wither And Die’ – Why Golf’s Gen Z Culture Clash Could Have Serious Ramifications For The Game’s Future
An expert in psychology has warned that golf’s rule book could be a barrier to participation for the next generation of players and advised a wider review on the sport’s regulations
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What Lies Beneath? The 8 Items You’re Likely To Find Buried In Golfers’ Bags
Golf bags are home to balls, clubs and valuables, but there’s typically much more lurking in the depths that hasn’t seen the light of day in months or even years…
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The 7 Undiscovered Destinations That Caught My Eye At The International Golf Travel Market
Nick Bonfield returns from the 2024 IGTM in Lisbon with a few ideas for his next golf trip - and they're a little bit different
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ProQuip StormForce PX8 Rain Jacket Review
Nick Bonfield takes the ProQuip StormForce PX8 Rain Jacket out on the course to see how it performs in the tough, winter conditions
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I Hate Being Told I Can’t Play Off The White Tees… It's Another Example Of Golf Shooting Itself In The Foot
While not as prevalent as it used to be, some golf clubs don’t allow you to play off the white tees on certain days. When will common sense prevail?
