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The Stanley 24 oz. AeroLight IceFlow Bottle with Fast Flow Lid is the perfect sports water bottle for staying hydrated on the golf course. Its sporty silhouette is designed to fit snugly in your golf cart or bag, making it convenient to have on hand during a round of golf. The bottle comes in a variety of color options, including bright pine green, cerulean, and neutrals, allowing you to choose a style that suits you. One of the standout features of the Stanley AeroLight IceFlow Bottle is its Fast Flow Lid, which allows for easy and efficient hydration. Whether you’re…
Pinehurst Resort, located in North Carolina, is a golf lover’s paradise with a total of 10 18-hole courses on its sprawling property. While the iconic Donald Ross-designed No. 2 course hosts the U.S. Open championship, there is plenty of variety in the other courses, including the redesigned No. 4 by Gil Hanse. However, the hidden gem at Pinehurst Resort is The Cradle, a nine-hole short course designed by Hanse and debuted in 2017, which plays to just 789 yards on sandy soil. The Cradle offers a laid-back atmosphere with music playing over loudspeakers and dynamic and fun greens. The course…
The 2010 PGA Championship at Whistling Straits saw Dustin Johnson receive a two-shot penalty for grounding his club in a bunker on the 18th hole during the final round. The incident occurred because Johnson mistook the sandy area his ball was in for a waste area, not governed by bunker rules. This misunderstanding stemmed from the unique definition of bunkers at Whistling Straits, where all sandy areas were deemed bunkers. Now, with the U.S. Open being played at Pinehurst No. 2, known for its sandy terrain, players must be cautious to avoid similar penalties. The Rules of Golf define a…
Pinehurst No. 2 is not your typical U.S. Open course. The unique layout of the course includes baked-out turf, wire grass, native areas, and turtleback greens that pose a challenge to even the most skilled golfers. Success at Pinehurst requires players to be skilled in every aspect of their game and be able to navigate the nuances of the course. Historically, the winners of the U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 have delivered exceptional performances. Players like Payne Stewart, Michael Campbell, and Martin Kaymer have all secured victories at this iconic course. In 2014, Michelle Wie West made history by…
Chart Hills Golf Club in Kent has recently unveiled the latest phase of its investment plans, which includes a new six-hole par-3 course and a practice putting green designed by Sir Nick Faldo. Known as ‘The Loop’, this short course offers golfers holes ranging from 50 to 100 yards, providing a unique and challenging experience perfect for honing short game skills. The new 668 square metre practice putting green, inspired by Sir Nick Faldo’s favourite greens, is also now open for use by members and guests. Both of these new additions aim to enhance the overall golfing experience at Chart…
Ahead of the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst, a series of daily articles are being launched to help golfers better understand how to use the ground to their advantage on the baked-out slopes of the course. At Pinehurst No. 2, precision is key when it comes to approaches, as missing the green can result in the ball rolling off into a collection area. It is important not to compound a tough break by following it with a low-percentage recovery shot. In 2014, Martin Kaymer won the U.S. Open at Pinehurst by eight shots with a simple and smart strategy around…
Woodlake Country Club, located near Pinehurst, is currently allowing limited public play during the U.S. Open, making it an ideal time to explore the area. While tee times on the famous No. 2 course may be hard to come by, there are plenty of other activities to enjoy in the Pinehurst region. Ran Morrissett, GOLF Magazine’s architecture editor and a long-time resident of the area, shares his top 10 recommendations for eating, drinking, and relaxing in Pinehurst that will still leave you with enough time to catch some of the action at the U.S. Open. One of Morrissett’s recommendations is…
Italian professional golfer Edoardo Molinari has been making waves in the golf industry, and his bag of clubs is no exception. As of the U.S. Open, Molinari has been relying on a Titleist TSi3 driver with an 8 degree loft and a Mitsubishi Tensei AV Raw White 65 TX shaft. His 3-wood is a Titleist TS3 with a 13.5 degree loft and a Mitsubishi Tensei AV Raw White 75 TX shaft. For his hybrid, Molinari opts for a Titleist TSi3 with a 19 degree loft and a Mitsubishi Tensei CK Pro White 90 HY TX shaft. In terms of irons,…