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Golfers need better shots, not more GPS data
Most golfers don't need more GPS data; they need to hit better shots.
Jack Backhouse · 1m
Win Dozen Volvik Condor X Golf Balls
Win a dozen Volvik Condor X golf balls in National Club Golfer's giveaway.
Paul Miller · 1m
NCG Top 100s Magazine Now Available
Grab the NCG Top 100s Magazine for golf course rankings and travel inspiration.
Max Mcvittie · 1m
Should we play winter golf competitions?
Winter golf competitions: pros and cons of playing in cold weather.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Can phone camera identify golf ball?
Golf rules allow using phone camera to identify ball if zoom shows identifying mark.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Sotogrande Golf Lifestyle
World-class golf meets Mediterranean living at Sotogrande.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Golf Logo Etiquette Rules
Golfers debate when it's acceptable to wear club logos they've never played at.
Max Mcvittie · 1m
Eddie Pepperell's DP World Tour Card Race
Eddie Pepperell fights to keep his DP World Tour card with one event left in 2026 season.
Matt Chivers · 1m
Raking Bunkers: When Can You Touch Sand?
Golf rules clarify when raking sand in bunkers won't penalty your score.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Rory McIlroy tee time at DP World India Championship
Rory McIlroy tees off at 2:45 am for DP World India Championship.
Matt Chivers · 1m
Perranporth Golf Club: Cornish Links Magic
Cornish golf club Perranporth offers wild, welcoming links course with no snobbery.
NCG · 1m
Best Golf Advent Calendars for 2026
Golfers get daily surprises with 2026 advent calendars featuring clubs, balls, and accessories.
Max Mcvittie · 1m
LIV Golf Exit Could Threaten Europe's Ryder Cup Team
LIV Golf players may return to DP World Tour to secure Ryder Cup spots after Saudi funding ends.
Matt Chivers · 1m
Why Golf Has Two Different Rule Sets
Stroke play and match play rules differ because of how the game is structured.
Steve Carroll · 1m
WHS Exceptional Score Reduction
A golfer's near-exceptional round didn't trigger a handicap cut under the World Handicap System's rules.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Can I leave loose impediments as backstop?
Golf rules clarify if you can leave twigs behind the hole to stop your putt.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Sound of driver matters more than you think
Srixon product manager says driver sound affects performance more than you realize.
Max Mcvittie · 1m
Jon Rahm Leaves LIV Golf
Jon Rahm exits LIV Golf after Saudi-backed league faces bankruptcy.
Matt Chivers · 1m
Fairway Mat Lines Rule Explained
Fairway mats with alignment lines are banned under golf rules to prevent cheating.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Why higher-lofted fairway woods are gaining traction
High-lofted fairway woods are replacing long irons as pros and amateurs prioritize performance over stigma.
Max Mcvittie · 1m
Rusacks Hotel Named Official Open Hotel
Marine & Lawn Rusacks becomes The 155th Open's official hotel with new golf tour.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort: Moroccan Escape
A Moroccan golf resort offers ocean views, adventure activities and luxury dining near Casablanca.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Machrihanish Dunes golf course
A Scottish golf course that feels natural, not overpolished, and ahead of its time.
Tom Irwin · 1m
Can I knock my golf ball out of a tree?
Golf rules clarify if you can shake a ball stuck in a tree without penalty.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Ryder Cup Crowd Behavior in Ireland
Will European fans at 2027 Ryder Cup in Ireland be as disruptive as 2023?
Matt Chivers · 1m
Justin Rose and Tommy Fleetwood get 'bad times' for slow play
Two top golfers penalized for slow play at BMW PGA Championship.
Matt Chivers · 1m
Why America Gets Team Match Play Wrong
Team GB&I and Europe dominate match play golf as US loses all major trophies.
Matt Chivers · 1m
Can I mark my partner's ball on green?
Marking a partner's ball on green: when it's allowed and what happens next.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Win NAVEE Mini Rangefinder Giveaway
Enter for a NAVEE MINI Rangefinder giveaway with UK residents.
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NAVEE Mini Rangefinder Launches in UK
NAVEE's new pocket-sized rangefinder hits UK markets with precision golf tech.
Max Mcvittie · 1m
Win TaylorMade golf balls survey
Enter survey for chance to win dozen TaylorMade TP5 golf balls.
Paul Miller · 1m
Golf Ball Moves During Stroke?
Can you replay a golf ball that moved in wind during your stroke?
Steve Carroll · 1m
Alfred Dunhill Green Fees for Old Course, Carnoustie and Kingsbarns
How much does it cost to play the Old Course, Carnoustie and Kingsbarns?
Matt Chivers · 1m
Play Your Best Golf for Longer with Just Breathe Yoga
Just Breathe Yoga helps golfers stay active and calm for longer play through 45-minute sessions.
NCG · 1m
US Wins Presidents Cup But Europe Has Hope
US secures Presidents Cup victory despite leadership issues ahead of Ryder Cup.
Matt Chivers · 1m
Carden Park adds £1m football pitch
Carden Park expands sports offerings with new £1m football pitch.
Max Mcvittie · 1m
Why Golfers Cheat
Golfers cheat by manipulating handicaps and scores, sparking global outrage over fairness in the sport.
Steve Carroll · 2m
Alfred Dunhill Links Championship Weather Problem
Why play golf in bad weather when the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship could be moved to summer?
Matt Chivers · 1m
Jack Nicklaus' Machrihanish Opening Hole
Jack Nicklaus called Machrihanish's 1st hole the best opening hole in golf.
Tom Irwin · 1m
Win Spurk Golf Mat Giveaway
Win a Spurk winter golf mat and carry bag with NCG giveaway.
Paul Miller · 1m
Preferred lies rule returns with winter twist
Golf clubs in England can use preferred lies from October 1 until April 30 next year, but must only apply them when weather makes scoring impossible.
Steve Carroll · 1m
Wedges Lose Spin in Rain
Rain reduces wedge spin by trapping moisture between ball and clubface.
Max Mcvittie · 1m
Why Good Golfers Want Forgiving Irons
Top golfers now seek more forgiving irons for better ball control.
Max Mcvittie · 1m
I changed my mind about modern links golf
Playing Machrihanish Dunes reshaped my view of modern links courses.
Tom Irwin · 1m
St Andrews Old Course Gains 132 Yards for 2027 Open
The Old Course at St Andrews will add 132 yards for the 2027 Open, sparking debate over golf’s future.
Matt Chivers · 1m
Golf Parent's Intimidation Realization
A parent reflects on how foursomes golf intensifies mental pressure as they age.
Tom Irwin · 1m