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Rory is now American? – discuss

Rory McIlroy’s interviews at this week’s Tournament of Champions show his Graeme McDowell-esque accent has become even more American. It became noticeable about three years ago when he made some Nike commercials which garnered this response on social media. Once … Continue reading

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Roast My Swing

Some golfers are nothing if not brave – putting videos of themselves on Instagram and inviting others to comment under #roastmyswing. See some of the charming comments.

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US Presidents who loved golf

This lovely photograph of President Ronald Regan putting on board Air Force One piqued my interest in knowing how many US Presidents have played the game – some obsessively, some badly, and one, in the case of the current incumbent … Continue reading

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Macduff Candles

  A gift for the golfer who has everything has been turned into a business by 14 year old Lily Green owner of Macduff Candles. These aromatherapy candles reflect the smells of golf – as well as rose and lavender … Continue reading

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Work Out with LPGA’s Belen Mozo

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Harrington close to being named Ryder Cup Captain

The European Tour have called a Press Conference at their Wentworth Headquarters at 1pm on Tuesday 8 about the next Ryder Cup Captain for the match at Whistling Straits, United States in 2020. It is widely anticipated that three time … Continue reading

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Seve – 10 years on

Back in October Seve Ballesteros’ nephew Ivan shared this emotional story on LinkedIn. “I seldom use social media. In fact, I barely post photos from time to time. But this occasion deserves few lines that I would like to share. … Continue reading

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About time W H Smith

  Twitter is a powerful tool, I use it sparingly and carefully because people do listen. There was a spoof account, which highlighted the worst things about retailer W H Smith. It was usually about bad carpets and Easter merchandise … Continue reading

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An obscene amount of money

Ask any non golfer what they remember about golf last year and they will probably recount one of two things. Either about the Ryder Cup – not about the match itself but about the poor spectator who got hit. Or … Continue reading

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Been There, been there, been there

Bought the new issue of Golf World today and towards the back was the new ratings for the Top 100 Courses in England. Starting at Number one, the Old Course at Sunningdale,  I read through the top fifty and I … Continue reading

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