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USGA / R&A - Head-scratching hiccups - Rollback

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…

Golf balls

How driving distance in golf has increased as new rule reduces ball travel

The earliest clubs were often carved by the players themselves and made of wood.

R&A chief executive Martin Slumbers

R&A boss says rule change to reduce golf ball distance is ‘proportionate’

Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods supported the proposal but it was opposed by the PGA Tour and PGA of America.

Who stays coolest in the heat of battle will always be the biggest Major factor

Who stays coolest in the heat of battle will always be the biggest Major factor

In the build-up to the 2023 Masters there has been a particular focus on concerns over golf courses being overpowered but, as Golf Today editor…

HONMA - T//WORLD Wedge

HONMA unveils its new T//WORLD Wedge for 2021

Precise CG locations and more sole options deliver distance & spin control

Dial it in – Controlling your wedge golf game

It’s very easy to make the argument that the wedges are the most important clubs in the bag

Nippon Shaft unveils N.S.PRO MODUS3 TOUR 105: Black Edition

Nippon Shaft unveils N.S.PRO MODUS3 TOUR 105: Black Edition

An exciting new edition to the brand’s popular MODUS3 steel shaft offering

Get It Together - Keith Williams

Get It Together

A good swing sees the arms and the body work together to create a fluent, repeating motion.

Callaway's new line-up for 2019

Callaway’s new line-up for 2019

The 2019 season could hardly have got off to a better start for Callaway

Hitting the Highs and Lows - High Flop Shot & Low Knock Down

Hitting the Highs and Lows – High Flop Shot & Low Knock Down

The low spinny pitch and the super-soft, high-flying flop shot.

Perfect pitching - Get the moves like Stricker

Perfect pitching – Get the moves like Stricker

Some thoughts on how to control your spin, distance and trajectory in the wedge game, based on a U-shaped swing that produces pin-point accuracy.

Sling Shot - More Distance for Senior Golfers

Sling Shot – More Distance for Seniors

The older you get, the more you need to make the ball run for you off the tee, to eke out those few extra yards.

Fixing the Reverse Pivot

Fixing the Reverse Pivot

The reverse pivot occurs when players don’t shift their weight fully to the right on the backswing.

Going Strong - Denis Pugh

Going strong

What is a strong grip? How can it benefit your game?