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Rory McIlroy recently made history by becoming just the sixth golfer ever to complete the career Grand Slam. Despite facing obstacles and heartbreaks along the way, McIlroy’s achievement is a testament to his skill and dedication to the sport. In a throwback to a 2014 issue of GOLF Magazine, McIlroy shared five key tips for improved ball striking that can help players of all skill levels enhance their game. By implementing these tips, players may not guarantee themselves a Grand Slam victory, but they will certainly improve their ball striking abilities. One of McIlroy’s key tips is to activate your…

The 2024 Olympics held at Le Golf National had fans and players alike buzzing with excitement as the best golfers in the world competed for medals. The event was a success, with Jason Day expressing nervousness on the first tee and Tom Kim fighting for a medal on behalf of Korea. Even Rory McIlroy, who initially dismissed golf at the Olympics, admitted his shortsightedness and embraced the event. The success of golf at the Olympics has led to the announcement of more golf at future Olympic Games, including the introduction of a mixed doubles competition in 2028 at the famed…

This year’s Masters Tournament at Augusta National showcased some unique experiences and observations that caught the eye of the GOLF.com editor’s crew. Despite having been to several Masters Tournaments in the past, each visit to Augusta National reveals something new and exciting. Upon returning from this year’s event, the staff shared their new observations and highlights from the tournament. One of the sneaky-good vantage points at Augusta National is left of the 7th green, which offers a close view of important shots on the front nine. This spot allows spectators to watch wedges zip in on 7, drivers going for…

Rory McIlroy’s triumphant win at the 2025 Masters marked a historic moment in golf history as he became the sixth player to achieve the career Grand Slam. The final round saw McIlroy face off against Bryson DeChambeau, with McIlroy ultimately emerging victorious after a tense battle on the Augusta National course. Despite the high stakes, there was a notable lack of communication between the two competitors, with McIlroy choosing to focus solely on his own game plan. This approach, guided by McIlroy’s sports psychologist Bob Rotella, proved successful as McIlroy clinched the victory in a playoff against Justin Rose. Competitive…

Golf has a tumultuous history in Cuba, with the rise of Fidel Castro in 1959 leading to the closure of most of the country’s courses and the end of U.S.-Cuban ties. Despite this, golf has continued in a state of suspended animation on the island, with limited facilities and few players. The Havana Golf Club, the only remaining course in the country that predates the revolution, operates as a time capsule catering mostly to elites and expats. The lack of golf culture in Cuba has made it challenging for the sport to thrive on the island. Foreign developers have been…

In the early 1930s, Bobby Jones partnered with Alister MacKenzie to design Augusta National, creating a golf course that would become a symbol of exclusivity and prestige. However, before this iconic collaboration, Jones had already fallen in love with Sunningdale Golf Club in England. More than half a decade before Augusta National’s inception, Jones traveled to England and qualified for the 1926 Open Championship by playing two competitive rounds on the Old Course at Sunningdale Golf Club. The beauty and allure of Sunningdale captivated Jones, leading him to refer to it as a course he wished he could take home…

Choking down on the golf club is a useful technique to employ when your swing feels off and you’re struggling to hit solid shots on the course. It allows you to make adjustments to your swing and increase your chances of finding the center of the clubface. This technique can be particularly helpful when you need to hit a knockdown shot or when you just need to simplify your swing and focus on hitting the ball solidly. One of the benefits of choking down on the club is that it helps you control your swing tempo and make more consistent…

The PGA Tour is testing the use of distance-measuring devices to help speed up play at the RBC Heritage this week. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler believes that the use of rangefinders may help pace of play by a few minutes, but the biggest impact comes from playing with smaller groups on the course. While Scheffler acknowledges the benefits of using rangefinders for yardage, he doesn’t believe it will significantly improve pace of play on Tour. The penalty for breaching the rules regarding rangefinders is severe, with players facing a two-stroke penalty for the first infraction and disqualification for the…