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Improving wedge play near the greens is essential for lowering your golf scores. In the short game, technique and precision are crucial, and even the tiniest details can make a significant difference in your performance. So, if you’re looking to enhance your short game skills, here are some valuable tips from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Todd Sones and fellow instructor Adam Porzak. In the video lesson, Porzak emphasizes the importance of proper setup in the short game. Keeping your hands in front of your body during the swing motion is crucial for achieving consistent and accurate shots. By understanding this…

Shane Lowry surprised everyone with a dominating win at the 2019 Royal Portrush tournament, after entering the event following four missed cuts. Lowry, an Irishman, outperformed his nearest competitor Tommy Fleetwood by six strokes in the first Open held in Northern Ireland in 68 years. Let’s take a look at the equipment Lowry used in his exceptional performance. Lowry’s driver was a Srixon Z 585 with 9.5 degrees loft, paired with a Mitsubishi Diamana D+ 70 X shaft measuring 45.25 inches and tipped .75 inch, with a D3 swing weight. His 3-wood was a TaylorMade M4 with 15 degrees loft,…

Titleist has announced the launch of its new Scotty Cameron B3 Triple Black Design LTD putters, which are classic blade designs crafted in a Tour Black finish. These putters are inspired by convertible car culture, featuring a “triple black” color combination with a black finish, black shaft, and black grip. Available in select Titleist golf shops worldwide, the B3 Triple Black Design LTD putters come in four models: the Newport 2, Newport 2 Long Neck, Santa Fe, and Catalina. These models offer a blend of classic setups with modern head shapes and tour-inspired dual-milled face technology. The flagship model of…

Linn Grant, a professional golfer from Sweden, shares her journey from hitting driver as a kid to winning her first LPGA Tour title in 2023. She emphasizes the importance of accuracy over distance in improving scores on the golf course. As a junior, she focused on swinging the club fast, but as she progressed to the professional tours, she realized the significance of hitting fairways for better birdie and par opportunities. During her first full season on the LPGA Tour, Linn Grant ranked second in strokes gained/off the tee by hitting nearly three-quarters of her fairways. She advises amateurs to…

The recent trip to England with a group of Golfweek’s Best course raters has led to a demonstrable conclusion that English golf is superior, prompting the question of where the United States went wrong. The group played eight of Europe’s top courses in just six days, all of which offered a unique and eye-opening golfing experience. The bedrocks of golf in Great Britain and Ireland differ significantly from those in the United States, focusing on a quicker game played on foot, match play over stroke play, and a more inclusive and communal atmosphere. One of the key takeaways from the…

The Open Championship, often known for its unpredictable weather, is set to kick off with some reasonable conditions on Thursday and Friday, based on the official 2024 Open Championship forecast from the United Kingdom Meteorological Office. However, things start to look a bit uncertain as the weekend approaches with a note of “low confidence in detail” for the weather. This unpredictability is quite typical for the Open Championship, adding to the challenge for the players. One infamous example of how the weather can impact the Open Championship is the 2002 event at Muirfield, where Tiger Woods saw his chances for…

In the world of golf instruction, timeless tips from legendary players like Lee Trevino continue to hold value and relevance. One of Trevino’s famous pieces of advice is the importance of being able to control a fade shot on the golf course. He believed that controlling a fade is much easier than controlling a hook, and many high-level players prefer to shape their shots with fade spin rather than hook spin. Trevino’s tips on hitting a power fade were shared in the December 1979 issue of GOLF Magazine, providing golfers with valuable insights on how to execute this shot effectively.…

Phil Mickelson showcased his expertise in golf strategy and wind patterns during a chat with Rich Beem on the range at Royal Troon. Mickelson explained how wind direction affects play, emphasizing the differences between hook winds and slice winds. He shared insights on navigating the challenging back nine and highlighted the importance of capitalizing on favorable wind conditions on the front nine. Mickelson’s knowledge and analytical approach to the game impressed Beem, who considered left-handed players like Mickelson to have an advantage in certain wind conditions. Despite Mickelson’s disclaimer of not being a betting man, he amusingly acknowledged his recent…