STEVEN Alker joined the PGA Tour Champions two and half years ago following a modest PGA Tour career. And he’s been on a roll ever since. The 52-year-old Kiwi now has eight PGA Tour Champions titles (as of press time), performed strongly in the inaugural World Champions Cup in December against major stars like Bernhard…
Peter Malnati is one of the other guys. That seems to be just fine with him, and it may be invaluable to the PGA Tour. Malnati’s tear-stained interview after his victory in the Valspar Championship on Sunday may have revealed more about the man beneath the bucket hat than his performance down the stretch when…
Much is made of golf being a sport where the player strikes a stationary ball. You can almost hear the refrain of ‘the ball is standing still and you still can’t hit it properly’. Well, we all know there is much more to it than simply making contact. All the thinking and adjusting involved in…
The integration of cannabis into the golf lifestyle is a nuanced subject, reflecting a broader trend toward holistic wellness and a personalized approach to health and recreation. As cannabis becomes more widely accepted and its legal status evolves, golfers are discovering the potential benefits of incorporating this plant into their routines, both on and…
St Andrews, Scotland: The R&A today launched One Club, an evolution of its direct-to-consumer membership initiative designed to transform how fans and golfers around the world experience the sport year-round. One Club is free to join and provides members with a comprehensive array of year-round benefits, rewards, exclusive content and unique access to The Open, AIG Women’s…
Nick Dougherty appeared in Westminster on Tuesday to spearhead a mental well-being initiative for young people by introducing them to golf. The Sky Sports presenter showcased the Golf Foundation’s Unleash Your Drive in Schools programme to the House of Commons, featuring a 100-strong audience of MPs, educators, players, media and golf administrators. The Golf Foundation,…
As the world’s top-ranked amateur, Ingrid Lindblad has faced hundreds of daunting opening tee shots in her life. There’s one that paints a canvas in her memory. It vividly comes to life inside Lindblad’s head. It’s intimidating and historic, demanding yet memorable. Millions have observed it, many even mimicking it in their own head, but…
IT’S fair to say the one-time outstanding junior golfer, Brett Coletta, came home from the US a few years ago with his tail between his legs. He was a golfer without portfolio and literally had nowhere to tee it up. Playing on the Korn Ferry Tour, he had missed gaining a card on the PGA…
The flop shot is all about getting up and down with precision – and this kid has it all. His form is good and his execution is even better. The only note we have is that the swing wasn’t exaggerated like a real show off. Understated brilliance aside, this is a great golf skill to…
In an era where privacy issues are of paramount importance, the appeal of gambling without revealing your identity is obvious. The challenges lie in navigating the regulatory framework and ensuring fair play, as anonymity can create risks such as fraud and money laundering. On the other hand, this niche market opens up opportunities for innovation…
