Tag: Golf

Golf featured in the Summer Olympic Games in 1900 and 1904 but wasn’t played again until 2016, when it was reintroduced to the Olympic programme. With plenty of big name players, from both the men and women’s game, already making known their intentions to play at the tournament, it looks set to be a much […]

There are many benefits to playing golf, offering the opportunity to socialise, unwind after a busy day or week and get some fresh air; especially important if you work inside the rest of the week! There are many other benefits to your physical and mental health. England Golf’s campaign in 2019, #switchoffwithgolf, focused on these […]

Golfers will not be surprised to know that slow play has been crowned as the most annoying aspect of the sport, according to a recent study.   Golf Magic asked 500 players to name the thing that most frustrates them on course, and a whopping 47% said that it was other golfers taking too long […]

Like a whole host of other sports, golf is becoming more and more obsessed with stats. A look on the PGA Tour website gives users over 100 statistical measurements to order each of the Tour’s players.   But which one should amateur golfers be focused on for themselves?   Of course, improving all aspects of […]

For decades, the Iberian Peninsula has had a stronghold on golf holidays for UK golfers. But the days of the Spanish and Portuguese dominance appear to be numbered as Turkey puts its hand up to become golfing destination number one.   The relatively rapid growth of the golf tourism industry in Turkey has seen it […]

Staying safe from lightning   The most obvious piece of advice for golfers is that if there’s a good chance of thunderstorms stay well away from the course.   However, if you find yourself on course and an unexpected storm approaches, you will often be given a warning. Many golf clubs will have a klaxon […]

As golfers, protecting your golf equipment is likely to be a high priority. Knowing what protection you have on your Golf Insurance policy can be confusing though. And that’s before you throw in the added benefit of new-for-old cover.   Many insurance policies for golfers will include protection against damage caused to your golf clubs. […]

While it may seem like a fairly low risk sport, according to one study seven out of 10 golfers will suffer an injury at the hands of the sport in their lifetime.   The golf injuries suffered may not necessarily be serious, but knowing how to avoid them always helps.   Here are our four […]

The golfers of the UK are a spoilt bunch. Not only do they have some of the world’s premier courses to experience, but they also have more options than anywhere in Europe.   A recent study between Golf Monthly and Golf Support found that England is home to 2,270 courses, 1,220 clear of the next […]

On the golf course, sometimes we feel like we need as much help as we can get. Obviously not all golfers are in a position where they have a caddie escort them through the 18 holes, giving course advice, or the option to turn to a pro for advice on their swing.   That’s where […]