Nick Bonfield
Nick Bonfield joined Golf Monthly in 2012 after graduating from Exeter University and earning an NCTJ-accredited journalism diploma from News Associates in Wimbledon. He is responsible for managing production of the magazine, sub-editing, writing, commissioning and coordinating all features across print and online. Most of his online work is opinion-based and typically centres around the Majors and significant events in the global golfing calendar. Nick has been an avid golf fan since the age of ten and became obsessed with the professional game after watching Mike Weir and Shaun Micheel win The Masters and PGA Championship respectively in 2003. In his time with Golf Monthly, he's interviewed the likes of Rory McIlroy, Justin Rose, Jose Maria Olazabal, Henrik Stenson, Padraig Harrington, Lee Westwood and Billy Horschel and has ghost-written columns for Westwood, Wayne Riley, Matthew Southgate, Chris Wood and Eddie Pepperell. Nick is a 12-handicap golfer and his favourite courses include Old Head, Sunningdale New, Penha Longha, Valderrama and Bearwood Lakes. If you have a feature pitch for Nick, please email nick.bonfield@futurenet.com with 'Pitch' in the subject line. Nick is currently playing: Driver: TaylorMade M1 Fairway wood: TaylorMade RBZ Stage 2 Hybrid: Ping Crossover Irons (4-9): Nike Vapor Speed Wedges: Cleveland CBX Full Face, 56˚, Titleist Vokey SM4, 60˚ Putter: testing in progress! Ball: TaylorMade TP5x
Latest articles by Nick Bonfield
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Is There Anything More Annoying Than Slow Play? Yes… But Nobody Ever Talks About It
Slow play is a scourge and rightly a deep source of frustration for many, but the rarely-discussed opposite problem can actually be more irritating
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In Memoriam: Golfing Greats We Lost In 2023
The golfing world sadly said goodbye to a number of significant figures in 2023. Here, we remember those who passed away and acknowledge their impact on the sport
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I Put In A Card Every Time I Played In 2023. Here’s Why I Plan To Do The Same Next Year...
We should be taking advantage of the World Handicap System, iGolf and the ability to put in General Play scores
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We Don't Need To Be Scared Of The Golf Ball Rollback... And A Survey From 1990 Proves Why
Golf Monthly ran an extensive survey in 1990 to establish views on the golf ball and technological advancements in the game. Some of the answers are directly relevant some 33 years later...
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Golf Ball Rollback: The Arguments For And Against
The R&A and USGA have announced changes to golf ball testing criteria, which will lead to a reduction in hitting distances in the amateur and professional games from 2028
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Men's Professional Golf Is Broken... But Is It Fixable?
The men's pro game finds itself in an extraordinary tangle as we await details of the PIF/LIV/PGA Tour/DP World Tour 'framework agreement'
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Great Golf In England’s Prettiest Village: Why The Manor House Is A Must Play
Castle Combe in Wiltshire is home to The Manor House Hotel and Golf Club. You'll be hard pressed to find a better stay-and-play resort
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From Carpet Fitters To Country Singers: What 18 Pros Would Be Doing If They Weren't Playing Golf For a Living
We asked a host of DP World Tour and LPGA Tour golfers how they would earn their money if they weren't playing professionally...
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'Doing Nothing Is Not An Option' – Martin Slumbers On Golf Ball Bifurcation Plans
R&A Chief Executive Martin Slumbers has spoken about the need to rein in hitting distances in the elite amateur and professional games
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'I Had A Juggling Coach' – Pro Golfers Reveal Surprising Things About Themselves And Talk Superstitions
We asked a selection of professional golfers about their superstitions and to tell us one surprising thing people might not know about them...
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We Asked 15 Professional Golfers Where They Would Use A Career Mulligan...
It's not just amateur golfers who think about poor shots they've hit over the years. Here, 15 professionals reveal where they would take a career mulligan
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LIV Golf Two Years In... Success Or Failure?
How has LIV Golf performed since its inception? Is there cause for optimism or has the Saudi-backed league been a disappointment so far?
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The 12 Best Men's Majors Of All Time
Nick Bonfield sifts through the history books to bring you a list of 12 of the best men's Majors of all time
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'The PGA Tour Copying LIV Golf's Blueprint Is Bewildering'
Nick Bonfield has his say on the new limited-field, no-cut events coming to the PGA Tour next year...
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Cleveland CBX Full-Face Wedge Review
For this Cleveland CBX Full-Face wedge review, we took the innovative model on the course for a few rounds
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Sun Mountain H2NO Lite Stand Bag Review
The Sun Mountain H2NO Lite is at the upper end of the stand bag price spectrum, so does it warrant the outlay?
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Wilson Staff Infinite Buckingham Putter Review
Our verdict on the Wilson Staff Infinite Buckingham putter
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Exclusive: ‘Complete Deterioration’ In McIlroy And Garcia Relationship Over LIV Golf
Golf Monthly understands that the Ryder Cup partners and former close friends have fallen out over LIV Golf
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Crew Clothing Bunker Tech Half Zip Sweatshirt Review
One of the featured pieces in the all-new Crew Clothing golf collection, how did the Bunker Tech sweatshirt perform on course?
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Is Phil Mickelson's Reputation Beyond Repair?
Lefty is currently embroiled in controversy surrounding recent Saudi comments
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Ocean Tee Beluga Waterproof Jacket Review
The Ocean Tee Beluga Waterproof Jacket blends performance, appealing aesthetics and sustainable fabrics
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Ocean Tee Manta Mid-Layer Review
The Ocean Tee Men's Manta Mid-Layer is an impressive and environmentally-friendly garment
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DP World Tour: Why It's Finally Good News For The European Tour
After a difficult 18-months, the introduction of a new title sponsor looks set to breathe life into the DP World Tour
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OPINION: Why Harrington Should Have Picked Justin Rose
Former World No.1 Justin Rose is seriously unlucky to miss out on Harrington's European side...
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