Monthly Archives: January 2019

  So, golf’s a game for elitists?

New Ryder Cup Captain Padraig Harrington today spoke out about the possibility that Rory McIlroy may not be eligible to play in the 2020 match. “I can only look at his actions. That man loves the Ryder Cup. He’s become … Continue reading →

I played the other day with a teenage golfer just beginning to learn the game and she asked me what etiquette meant in golf. It made me realise that these things are passed down almost as folk lore unless they … Continue reading →

  Years of uncertainty ended at Wimbledon Park Golf Club recently when 82% of members voted to accept an offer from the All England Lawn Tennis Club to sell the club. The £65 million deal (up from a £25 million … Continue reading →

  Three time major winner Padraig Harrington was today confirmed as the European Ryder Cup Captain for the match at Whistling Straits, Wisconsin, USA in 2020. He is the third Irishman in four matches to take on the role. At … Continue reading →

The World Rankings this week. The number one spit has been changing hands frequently.

Once again Xander Shauffele came from behind to win his fourth tournament, the Tournament of Champions at Kapalua Plantation Course, Hawaii at the weekend. Xander beat Gary Woodland by one shot after scoring a course record equalling 62 in the … Continue reading →

Not long ago I switched from playing a Titelist Pro V1 ball to a Snell black ball and I’ve been very impressed with the feel and performance, as well as the price. £29.99 a dozen rather than £42.99 for the … Continue reading →

The late comic genius Robin Williams unique take on golf. Language warning.