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What Is The Difference Between Greensomes And Foursomes?
These two fun formats are very similar, but with a key difference. Here, Golf Monthly explains the subtle difference between greensomes and foursomes.
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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What's Inside A Golf Ball?
We explain everything there is to know on what is on the inside of a golf ball.
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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'Cultural Issues Like Sexism Further Discourage Women From Joining' - Why Golf Club Membership Doesn’t Appeal To Modern Female Golfers
Unless golf clubs can provide options, they'll continue to cry out for female members
By Katie Dawkins Published
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How To Choose Golf Clubs
Golf Monthly gear experts provide a comprehensive guide on how to choose golf clubs that suit your requirements. Doing so could improve your game and your scores.
By Fergus Bisset Last updated
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How Often Should You Play To Your Golf Handicap?
We all think that we should beat our handicaps in every round, but how often do we actually manage it?
By Fergus Bisset Last updated
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How Can I Get A Golf Handicap?
How to get a golf handicap is one of the first questions many new golfers ask. Here's how
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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Test Your Knowledge With Our Tiger Woods v Jack Nicklaus Quiz... Who Is The Greatest Golfer Of All Time?
Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods are two of the greatest golfers to play the game, but how much do you know about their careers? Test your knowledge with our quiz
By Barry Plummer Published
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What Is The Dress Code In Golf?
There isn't a definitive dress code in golf but there's often still guidance for what you might wear. Here's Golf Monthly's look at the modern golf dress code.
By Fergus Bisset Last updated
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'I Didn't Think I'd Walk Again... Now I Can't Think Of My Life Without Golf'
Double amputee Kushal Limbu recounts the day in Afghanistan that changed his life and tells how golf has been an integral part of his rehabilitation...
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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What Is Gross Score In Golf?
Gross score in is the total number of golf shots that were actually played or incurred as penalty shots
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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4 Things I’d Change About Golf's World Handicap System
Fergus Bisset gives his thoughts on how the World Handicap System might be altered to be more equitable and help more UK golfers enjoy their golf.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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'I Had To Vet Someone For Club Membership. It's Pointless And Out Of Date' - Why Golf's Elitist Culture Must Change
Despite a boom in new golfers entering the sport post Covid, elitism still exists in golf. Here’s why...
By Carly Cummins Published
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I Spent The Day As A Greenkeeper To Learn The Tricks Of The Trade
Dan Parker spent the day at Edgbaston Golf Club to get an insight into the life of a greenkeeper and have a go at some of the key daily tasks
By Dan Parker Published
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What Is The Difference Between Strokeplay And Match Play?
What Is The Difference Between Strokeplay And Matchplay?
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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‘Worst Score On The 14th Buys The Burgers’… This Golf Course Has A McDonald's Next To The 15th Tee
For many golfers, a visit to the halfway hut is one of the highlights of their round. Well, what about doubling up and sneaking in a McDonald's after 14 holes?
By Barry Plummer Published
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Kick Point: The Golf Gear Show - Every Single Episode
Kick Point: The Golf Gear Show is the podcast presented by Dan Parker and Joe Ferguson that tells you everything you need to know about golf equipment
By Dan Parker Published
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Discover The Ultimate Home Practice Set-Up With SimSpace Golf And What It Can Do For Your Game
In partnership with SimSpace Golf
Practicing at home has never been easier or more accessible than with SimSpace, offering premium performance at a great value
By Sam De'Ath Published
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Was A Solution To One Aspect Of Slow Play Actually Found In 1968?
A rule introduced in 1968 sought to tackle the scourge of slow play. But it proved unpopular so it was abandoned just two years later. Could it be due a revival?
By Roderick Easdale Published
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Which Putter Length Should You Use?
We discuss why putter length is so important
By Sam Tremlett Last updated
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'After 18 Holes I Was Ready To Put My Headphones In The Bin' - Should This Ambiguous Golf Rule Be Abolished?
Carly Cummins wore headphones for a competition round and shares her experience and thoughts on the rule that's open to interpretation and reliant on self-regulation
By Carly Cummins Published
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Building The Ideal Half Set: Which Golf Clubs Make The Cut?
Fergus Bisset selects the clubs he would put in a lightweight bag if heading out with a half set. See if you agree with his selections or think he’s missing a trick or two.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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What Is Medal Play In Golf?
Medal play in golf is scoring in its simplest form
By Roderick Easdale Last updated
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Why This Popular Type Of Club Is Dying Out On Tour
More and more male professional players are ditching these clubs popular at amateur level in favor of alternative options, but why is this the case?
By Joe Ferguson Published
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7 Reasons Why You Can’t Fake It Till You Make It In Golf
If you're completely new to golf, it's impossible to blag your way around a course. Here's why ...
By Emma Booth Published
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I Tried AimPoint For Three Months And Shaved 5 Shots Off My Handicap... It's Time For More Amateur Golfers To Use It!
The use of AimPoint Express in amateur golf is openly criticised by many, but learning the green reading method has helped me to reach my lowest ever handicap
By Barry Plummer Published
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I Built The Ultimate Bag For High Handicap Golfers In 2024
Equipment expert Joe Ferguson picks out his favorite golf clubs for high handicap players from everything that hit the market in 2024
By Joe Ferguson Published
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Cop A Feel! How LIV Golf, The LPGA And Golfing Communities Are Saving Lives
Golf, more than most other sports, has the incredible ability to raise awareness of breast cancer and save lives... here's how
By Katie Dawkins Published
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Can This Format Restore Competitive Enjoyment For Low-Handicappers… And Should All Golf Clubs Adopt It?
It's no secret that many single figure golfers are not fans of the new World Handicap System, but could this medal format be the solution to the problem? We take a look here...
By Matt Cradock Published
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I Left So Many Shots Out There, But Then I Tried These 5 Strategy Tips And Have Never Played Better
If you're losing shots due to silly mistakes, consider these strategy tips from single figure golfer Jess Ratcliffe to improve your score
By Jess Ratcliffe Published