Written by M. James Ward


The greatest non-winners of the US Open
M. James Ward outlines the most talented players who failed to claim the coveted US Open Golf Championship.

The Forgotten Open
M. James Ward examines how the Canadian Open went from one of the most prestigious championships to a far lesser role and is now seeking…

Head-scratching hiccups, the USGA, R&A flip-flop
M. James Ward examines why rule-making organisations failed to act in a timely manner and then abandoned an initial rollback solution more suitable for recreational…

Scheffler still sizzling, PGA Championship looming
After winning the RBC following a second Masters triumph, M. James Ward outlines the monster year now in motion for the firmly entrenched number one…

Scheffler’s seismic shock waves
Golf’s sheriff reinforced his position as the game’s best. M. James Ward reviews what lies ahead for the two-time Masters champion and can the competition…

Grades at the 88th Masters
The first major of the year produced an interesting mixture of highs and lows. M. James Ward assigns grades across the board from this year’s…

How Swede it is!
The name Ludvig Åberg may not be recognized as an up and coming pro golfer — just yet. M. James Ward reviews the near stunning play of…

Morikawa’s “moving day”
Saturday’s third round generally features advancements by various players. M. James Ward outlines the only golfer who did so and what a green jacket can…

“Oh wow” Verne!
Long-time Masters announcer calls 40th and final Masters today. M. James Ward reviews his most memorable calls at Augusta.

Scottie saves his round – and tournament
A roller-coaster round for the world’s best player. M. James Ward examines how Scheffler stopped the bleeding and holds the lead going into Sunday’s final…

Masters meltdown – tortoises reign supreme
Pace of play for the second round was atrocious. M. James Ward outlines the ripple effect of slow play and the cancer it causes in…

Can Homa take it home?
Playing in the final pairing Saturday, Max Homa will be under the brightest of spotlights. M. James Ward outlines the stakes involved.

Tiger prowl set for Masters weekend
The 15-time major champion sits seven shots back. M. James Ward reviews his play and what to expect for the final 36 holes.

Bryson bound – brainy, bonkers or brilliant?
An opening round 65 has Dechambeau leading after round one. M. James Ward delves into his myriad of quirks and opines on whether his enormous…

Superman Scheffler soaring
The world-ranked-number-one is climbing higher after defending his Players title. M. James Ward examines the monster year already in motion.

Pain, pride personified at The Players
Pete Dye’s diabolical design is once again front and center. M. James Ward examines how the final three holes are golf’s ultimate concluding gauntlet.

No points, no plan, no possibilities?
The fumbled decision by Greg Norman leaves LIV in a state of flux. M. James Ward outlines how the feeble follies leave a fledging format…

Wishing Woods Well
Tiger’s walk-off at Riviera shows he can no longer compete at the elite level.

Ten questions needing answers in 2024
Golf’s new year curtain is about to be raised.

The ten top newsmakers for 2023
Each moved the needle – now what lies ahead?