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Playing A Wood From The Bunker

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 15:54:49 UTC

It's frustrating when your ball lands in a fairway bunker, especially if you've notched up a good score. But be positive - all is not lost.

A well negotiated strike could land you in a position to save shots. Most fairway bunkers are shallower than those beside the green - and are often less difficult than they first appear.

Be flexible over your choice of club - an inspired shot is often the result of creative club selection. If the ball is sitting up well, a fair distance from the front of the bunker, it is much...

Playing A Driver Off The Fairway

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 11:37:53 UTC

The driver off the fairway is an extremely effective weapon when used in the correct way. But it should only be played when you can gain a definitive advantage.

The shot produces a low-boring trajectory - ideal when hitting into wind, or for a long running ball to a distant target - but it's also difficult to play perfectly. Only advanced players should attempt this shot - it's not for high handicappers.

Weigh up the risks

Use the shot to reach a long par 4 into the wind or to get home in 2 on a par 5. Yet...

Choke Down For Control

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 11:24:27 UTC

The best and safest way to keep the ball under control - especially in a wind - is to grip down the club a little and use a shorter swing than normal.

Choking down naturally shortens the swing arc - you stand closer to the ball so you feel compact which leads to greater confidence. Your wrists also become stiffer, helping to keep the ball lower than usual.

Tacking the wind

Because you hit the ball low, the grip down shot is mainly used for playing in a wind. Most amateur golfers think of choking down only when fir...

Using The Wind To Your Advantage

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 10:52:05 UTC

Get the wind to help you lower your scores - use it rather than fight it. If your are confident in your approach, you can turn both tailwinds and headwinds to your advantage.

A tailwind can help you increase your distance and improve your tempo, and a headwind can help you stop your ball quickly on the green. Playing these positive shots brings greater confidence to your all-round play.

Using A Tailwind

The key to playing downwind is to concentrate on keeping a smooth rhythm and staying relaxed - the same as in oth...

Controlling The Golf Ball In The Wind

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 10:27:18 UTC

A shot struck perfectly into the wind should stay straight. But if you're a high handicapper, wind from any direction is likely to blow your ball off-line unless you adjust your technique. To play well in the wind you must understand the effect it has on the ball so you can reduce the damage.

Wind exaggerates spin. You have to strike cleanly because even a small mis-hit can be heavily penalized. For example, if you slice into a left-to-right wind the ball travels even further off-line than in normal conditions.

In windy weather y...

Golf Jokes

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:13:45 UTC

Are you a tiresome loser that passes off old jokes as your own? Then you'll love our selection of golf jokes. Use them on the course, text people or forward them on. Everyone loves a bad golf joke.

What's the best thing about golf?

You can spend your Sunday with a gang of hookers and your wife won't mind.

Why should you always carry two pairs of trousers when playing golf?

In case you get a hole in one.

What's the difference between a lost golf ball and the G-spot?

A guy will spend five minutes l...

Steep Slope Putting

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 21:18:54 UTC

Judgine pace is critical if you are to avoid three putting on steeply sloping green. But a fine judgement of speed must be linked with good reading of the line. The pace determines the line. You must first gauge the weight of the putt, then concentrate on the line and balance the two considerations.

Differing Approaches

Aim to hole your first putt only when it's close to the pin. From long range think of two putting, as three putts are always a danger and holing out must be seen as a bonus.

Straight uphill: This i...

To Pitch Or To Chip

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 21:10:51 UTC

Pitches and chips are the shots that can make all the difference to your score by the end of the round. While both are played from anywhere between 40 to 100 yards, that is where the similarity ends.

A pitch is a high trajectory shot, usually played with a wedge, which lands the ball softly on the green. It's a useful shot for flying high over trouble. In wet conditions when the ground is soggy underfoot you can land the ball close to the flag and be confident of stopping it quickly.

A chip is the complete opposite and is often p...

Raised And Sunken Greens

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:53:30 UTC

Many golfers are baffled by why they can't hit the ball close to the flag on elevated or sunken greens. Even though their striking and direction may be good, the result can be disappointing because of poor club selection.

Understand the flight of the ball when hit up or downhill, and how the ball behaves when it pitches - these are the keys to playing different green levels.

Uphill Struggle

When playing to a raised green a ball pitches on the putting surface before it can fly to its full normal distance. To comb...

Playing In The Rain

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:35:08 UTC

Few golfers relish the prospect of playing in the rain. Wet weather affects the playing conditions of the course, and may lower morale - there's nothing more miserable than struggling through a round feeling the damp seep through clothes and shoes.

But with careful planning, playing in the rain needn't be a washout. To play your best, learn to adapt your game with a few simple techniques, and always set out properly equipped for a sudden shower.

Modern wet-weather clothing is light and waterproof, and does much to keep you comfor...

50 Essential Sites For Any Golfer

Sat, 11 Oct 2008 09:07:56 UTC

Golf is a game older than the hills with more words devoted to it over the years than most others. This naturally translates to a ton of websites in this modern era, so we thought we'd do you a favour and sort the wheat from the chaff and show you the most essential golfing websites.

Sites are:

not in order of preferencepicked by me, not by payment or link exchangeuseful to the internet golfer in some way

Top Golf Sites

1. Stracka.com - this is a magnificent site, social networki...

Which Golf Balls Should I Use?

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:02:29 UTC

At the higher ends of golf, minimal changes to equipment can strip shots off a player's game. One or two shots for a Tour Professional can mean the difference between a million dollar win, or a tie for seventh place. This is why millions is invested by golf ball manufacturers in finding the next "big thing" in ball technology. But what about the higher handicap player? No matter what your skill level, we aim to help you pick the right golf ball for your game.

Factors in choosing a golf ball

Important factors to consider...

What Golf Clubs Does Vijay Singh Use?

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:03:20 UTC

The "Big Fijian" (another great golfing nickname eh?) Vijay Singh is one of most succesful players of modern times. He has three majors (US Open '99, Masters '00 and Open '03) as well as 57 Pro wins and was even inducted into the golfing hall of fame in 2006. Singh uses mostly Cleveland clubs - read on to see what else is in the bag.

What's in the bag?

Driver: Cleveland HiBore XL 9.5°

3 Wood: Cleveland Launcher Steel 13°

Hybrid: Adams Idea a3 Boxer 19°

Irons (4-PW): Clevelan...

What Golf Clubs Does Phil Mickelson Use?

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 11:03:21 UTC

Phil Mickelson may have the worst nickname on the Tour, but with 34 career victories and a world ranking of number 2, he's a formidable talent. Mickelson has three majors to his name, twice winning the Masters (2004 and 2006) and also winning the PGA Championship in 2005.

Big Phil uses mainly Callaway gear, and has even been known to carry two drivers. We take a look at what's in lefty's bag...

What's in the bag?

Driver: FT-5, 8.5 degree driver

Fairway Woods:Callaway X-Tour 3 Stong,...

What Golf Clubs Does Padraig Harrington Use?

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 21:22:14 UTC

Padraig Harrington has enjoyed a fantastic couple of years, rising from a steady performer in 2006 to three time major winner by the end of 2008. The tee-total Irishman is characterised by his consistency and fantastic putting under pressure. So what brand of golf clubs does Padraig use? We take a closer look...

What's in the bag?

Driver: Wilson Staff Dd6+

3-Wood: TaylorMade Burner TP

5-Wood: Wilson Staff FYbrid

Irons 3 & 4: Wilson Staff Ci7

Irons 5-PW: Wilson S...

What Golf Clubs Does Tiger Woods Use?

Thu, 09 Oct 2008 12:47:00 UTC

Everyone wants to play like Tiger, you'd be a fool not to. So what makes him a cut above the rest? Well maybe that's a bit out of the scope of this article, but one thing Tiger swears by are his Nike clubs. Tiger signed a massive $90m deal in 1999 and has stuck with them ever since.

What's in the bag?

Driver: Nike SQ Tour 7.5° w/ Mitsubishi Diamana Whiteboard Shaft

3 Wood: Nike SQ II 15° w Mitsubishi Diamana Blueboard

5 Wood: Nike SQ II 19°

Irons (3-PW): Nike Blades with Tr...

Ugly Putters

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 14:02:01 UTC

There is no doubt that there have been massive advances in golfing technology over the years and golfers of all skill levels have felt the benefit. However, here at IntoTheRough we can't help but feel that the aesthetics box is often left un-ticked by club designers when it comes to putters. We decided to check out the latest putter designs that are sure to raise a few eyebrows across the greens of the golfing world...

Odyssey Golf White Hot XG Sabertooth Putter

No it isn't Batman's weapon of choi...

What Golf Clubs Does Sergio Garcia Use?

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:22:53 UTC

Although yet to win a major, 28 year old Spaniard Sergio Garcia has been one of the top players in the world for several years and has 14 top-ten finishes in the big events. Garcia must be hopeful he can follow in the footsteps of Spanish legends Seve Ballesteros and Jose Maria Olazabal and make the step up. What brand of clubs does Sergio use?

What's in the bag?

Driver: TaylorMade Tour Burner 9°

3-Wood: TaylorMade Burner 14.5°

5-Wood:TaylorMade r7 17.5°

Irons 3-PW: TaylorMade...

Best Golfers Never To Win A Major

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 16:56:39 UTC

The majors are the pinnacle of a golfer's career, four special events that define who are the players of a generation. Jack got 18, Tiger's stuck on 14 until he fixes his knee. But who are the players who couldn't quite do it when all the cameras were on them? Phil Mickelson and Padraig Harrington dominated this list for years, but both now have three to their names.

Colin Montgomerie

Monty has had a massively impressive career: eight Order of Merit titles, 31 European Tour victories and brilliant performances in a perio...

Rules And Course Behaviour

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:32:01 UTC

Thinking about course behaviour, perhaps brisk play is the best courtesy you can offer the other players in your game, and also the other users of the course.

As you walk up to your ball, be making your mind up about club selection. Consult your yardage chart, if you carry one, as you walk along.

Professionals go about their business with reasonable speed for their tee shots, because the decision is a reasonably simple one. Length of shot is often not critical. The only things they have to consider is how to be sure to be...

Top 5 Golfers Of All Time

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 19:06:46 UTC

Sports fans have an insatiable desire for statistics, for number ones and unbeaten records; grand slams and underdog victories. The question of who is the best golfer of all time comes up often, and may even change over the next ten years. Here's what we think is the top 5, in reverse order.

5. Gary Player

Birthplace: Johannesburg, South Africa

Date of birth: November 1, 1935

Major Wins: 9

Total Wins:163

Player racked up 9 major wins, the fourth best total ever, and over 160 total wins, th...

Think Like A Pro

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 21:10:23 UTC

You can shave vital strokes off your score by taking a sensible and calculated approach to every shot you play. Thinking strategically is just as important as confidence. All top professionals carefully weigh up each shot to decide which option is the best for the situation.

Know your limits

It's vital to know the distance you hit each club for any strategies to work. A yardage chart is extremely helpful when used in the right way, but is useless if you don't know how far you hit the ball.

Most club player...

Practice Routines

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:40:36 UTC

The best time to increase the time you devote to practice is when you're playing well. Do so when you're in a bad spell, and the likelihood is that you'll engrain a swing fault even more deeply. Conversely, extra practice when you are playing well will build pluses into your muscle memory.

This is one reason why tour professionals spend so much time on the practice range. As the pressure rises during competitive play, they want the muscle memory and confidence in their technique whcih enables them to play shots without consciou...

How The Ryder Cup Was Won

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 19:00:21 UTC

The USA Ryder Cup team eased to victory last week at Valhalla, winning 16½ to 11½ and were good value for victory. Although matters were a little closer than the score suggests, the US team got their noses out front early and never looked like letting their lead slip. How did they turn things around so emphatically?

Teamwork

Many column inches were taken up debating whether Tiger Woods' absence from the team would be a good or bad thing. Anyone would miss a player of his calibre, but would his absence further galvanise t...

10 Reasons To Love The Ryder Cup

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 18:34:01 UTC

The Ryder Cup is upon us once again and we love it. We get to see the world's best golfers treated like "slaves" and not get paid a penny for it. Tears, tantrums and moronic shouts of "get in the hole" are all part of the fun. Here's our top 10 reasons to love the Ryder:

Misguided Patriotism - the scene of hundreds of Americans whooping and hollering on the 17th at Brookline 1999 stirred the embers of even the most disinterested European. The fact that Europeans get heckled whenever the event is played in the USA - fantastic. Mor...

Will The Usa Miss Tiger In The Ryder Cup?

Sun, 14 Sep 2008 13:08:44 UTC

It's old news that Tiger will miss the rest of the season and, inevitably, the 2008 Ryder Cup. Some say Tiger won't be missed; he saves his best game for the majors, or at least the big money events. Others say he is a talismanic figure and instrumental to winning the psychological war against the Europeans. Will USA roar without its Tiger?

Tiger's Record in the Ryder Cup

Won 10, Lost 13, Halved 2.

So a 44% strike rate - not exactly befitting of the most dominant golfer of this generation (perhaps any generation with enou...

Lpga U-turn: Where Next?

Mon, 08 Sep 2008 21:40:13 UTC

The LPGA last week made an embarrassing U-turn on it's controversial plans to ban players who could not pass an English exam. LPGA commissioner Carolyn Bivens has admitted a punishment-free policy will be used in place of proposed regulations:

"The LPGA has received valuable feedback from a variety of constituents regarding the recently announced penalties attached to our effective communications policy,"

"We have decided to rescind those penalty provisions."

The proposals were drawn ...

Hole More Six Footers

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 21:36:28 UTC

Being able to hole out consistently from the awkward range of about 6 foot is vital for good scoring. It's a confidence booster to know that even if you miss the green and your chip finishes that tricky distance away you have a very good chance of clutching par.

Problems with this shot are mainly mental - a negative attitude can hinder your technique. The length of swing is so short that it's hard for a proper technique to go drastically wrong on its own

Straight Back

Although the club naturally mvoes insi...

The Etiquette Of Golf

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 22:34:06 UTC

Golf has a reputation for being a snobby game; to a newcomer the etiquette can be bewildering and even off-putting. Try these tips to avoid being the talk of the clubhouse:

Turn up on time - pile ups at the first tee can make people nervous and hit a poor shot, effectively killing the round before it's started.Keep out of the line of sight for players in front teeing off.Keep quiet whilst other golfers are taking their shot - plenty of time to talk inbetween shots.Always try to keep up with the players i...

Tiger Woods Interview: Broken Legs And Constipation

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 20:59:50 UTC

Tiger Woods was in light mood as he chatted with Conan O'Brien, revealing the pain behind his knee injury and how his US Open victory was his "most satisfying" yet. Speaking on the grimace he made after each shot, he cooly answered "constipation". There you have it folks, an even braver victory than first thought.

Part One Tiger Woods Interview:Part Two Tiger Woods Interview:

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10 Tips To Overcome First Tee Nerves

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:32:43 UTC

The first tee can be a daunting place, your first shot can set up the mood for a round. Take too many shots and you can destroy your scorecard before you've even holed a ball. Then there's the players behind you, watching, just waiting for you to slice it into those trees. Oh and you're not warmed up, there's a twinge in your back and you never got enough sleep and your shoes don't fit.....

Aaaaaand relax... First tee nerves are common. You're not alone. Follow these 10 tips to play with confidence on every hole, not just the l...

The Golf Wags

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 10:24:56 UTC

Who's hot and who's not - read on for some of the finest WAGs of the golf tour....

Why Golf Shouldn't Be At The Olympics

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:51:53 UTC

There are movements afoot to make golf an Olympic sport once again after a 104 year hiatus. If lobbyists have their way, we could see the top golfers duking it out in the 2016 games. Many professionals are in favour of its inclusion, no doubt keen to grab a gold medal to go with their millions. I don't agree with them.

Golf is a massive participation sport, one of the few that has a truly global appeal. In the modern era it also has figureheads that are not only excellent proponents of the sport, but also genuine world ...

What Do Golfers Spend Their Money On?

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:17:36 UTC

We know golfers are amongst the richest sportsmen on earth; Tiger Woods is the top ranking athlete and on track to be a billionaire , Greg Norman is the richest sportsman in Australia. Even six time major winner Nick Faldo was the top earning UK sportsman back when he was on top.

Of course it wasn't always this way - the prize for winning the original Open tournment was a rather fetching belt. Nowadays even average tour professionals get six figure deals for anything from golf shoes to the logo on their chest.

Swing Triggers

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 22:52:48 UTC

Too many amateurs are scared of starting their swing for fear of making poor moves and hitting a bad shot. Much of this fear stems from too stiff and static an address that's full of tension.

Starting the swing from a totally motionless position makes it hard to take the club away smoothly and find good rhythm. Standing too still can lead you to freeze over the ball. There should always be some part of your body moving slightly to avoid freezing - event if it's just a tiny shift of weight from foot to foot. This relieves tensio...

20 Facts You Didn't Know About Golf

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 14:26:00 UTC

125,000 golf balls a year are hit into the water at the famous 17th hole of the Stadium Course at Sawgrass (pictured). The longest drive ever is 515 yards. The longest putt ever is a monstrous 375 feet Phil Mickelson, who plays left-handed, is actually right handed. He learned to play golf by mirroring his father’s golf swing, and he has used left handed golf clubs ever since. The chances of making two holes-in-one in a round of golf are one in 67 million. Tige...

The Biggest Blunders In Golf History

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 23:16:41 UTC

Golf is a game of many rules and many pitfalls, especially for the "Sunday golfer". So it's refreshing to see the professionals mess things up every now and again. Take a look at some of the best blunders of modern golf.

Roberto De Vincenzo - 1968

Reigning British Open champion Roberto De Vicenzo finishes tied with Bob Goalby at 11 under at the 1968 masters. However, he had to adjust his score when officials learn that De Vicenzo's playing partner, Tommy Aaron, mistakenly wrote down a par-4 on No,17 instead of the Argen...

Woods Recovery: "lost 10lbs Of Muscle Already"

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 23:32:32 UTC

Tiger Woods opted for knee surgery after playing through the pain barrier at the year's US Open and has stated: "As far as swinging a club, that's not going to happen until next year, I just don't have a choice."

Woods is probably the fittest golfer on the tour and his exercise routine has already been featured in Mens Health magazine. What may startle some is Woods' admission that he's lost weight so rapidly:

"Initially I lost about 10 pounds because I wasn't working out, all of that was muscle. I've put ab...

15 Facts About Padraig Harrington

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 21:21:16 UTC

Padraig Harrington has a wonderful year and has lit up 2008's final two majors. But in comparison to someone like Tiger Woods or Ernie Els, not that much is known of the 36 year old Irishman. Here's the skinny on the reigning Open and US PGA champion:

Full Name: Padraig HarringtonRight/Left Handed: RightCountry: IrelandDate Of Birth: 31/08/1971Birthplace: Dublin, IrelandHeight: 6"1Weight: 196 lbs.Year made debut: 1995Official Website: http://www.padraigharrington.com

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Brilliant Harrington Wins Uspga

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 00:40:34 UTC

Padraig Harrington claimed his third major at Oakland HIlls after a magnificent round of 66. Harrington's round was characterised by rock solid putting under pressure and a brilliant recovery for par at 18. Harrington must be a certainty for player of the year after coming from behind to win with a seemingly effortless performance.

"I think I was willing them into the hole at that stage, you just take it on, you've got to give it a go"

"I wasn't too sure about my game at all, I could only be hopeful. ...

Day 3 Uspga Championship: Play Suspended

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:47:27 UTC

Severe weather conditions forced play to be called off at Oakland HIlls today after just 25 of 73 players completed their third round. Over four hours were lost to thunderstorms, who said it was just the British Open that had terrible weather?

Play is set to resume at 7.15 local time (12.15 BST) with the second round following directly on. Final pairing JB Holmes and Charlie Wi are due to tee off at 7.40 and the weather could prove to be a lucky break as the course was playing a little easier than the previous two days. O...

Golfing Shirts - What's Hot?

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 11:20:14 UTC

Today at IntoTheRough, we feature what's hot and what's not in the latest polo shirt lines. So, if you are looking for a new shirt for that well deserved golfing break or you are thinking of something useful for aunty Ethel to buy you for Christmas, read on.

Lacoste Pique polo shirt

The Lacoste pique polo shirt has become synonymous with golf and although originally designed for Tennis use, it is a permanent fixture on fairways all over the world. Sported by some of the games silkiest players such as Ballesteros an...

Day 2 Uspga Championship: Holmes Leads By One

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 10:28:00 UTC

Just one player has made it under par after two days at Oakland HIlls - American JB Holmes carded a second round 68 to reach day three at one under for the championship. The 26 year old from Kentucky went out earlier than his competitors, taking full advantage of the better conditions on offer. As greens hardened, his clubhouse lead was never seriously threatened.

Two time PGA tour winner Holmes said: "I hit the ball really well today, sixty-eight is a great score. I am glad I got in with that but I also felt I left a few out t...

Karlsson, Singh Lead Uspga: Hat-trick Of Injured Champions?

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 10:26:48 UTC

A two under par round of 68 was enough for the clubhouse lead at Oakland HIlls yesterday. Swede Robert Karlsson and Indian Jeev Milka Singh are one shot ahead of four players on one under. Argentinian Andres Romero is also on two under but was forced to finish his round due to bad light after completing 16 holes.

Karlsson is the only play to have placed in the top ten of the other three majors this season, and hopes to do even better this time: "I now feel comfortable playing in the big events where as before I had a bit of a p...

Is Tiger Woods' Absence Good For Golf?

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 22:12:32 UTC

Tiger Woods' knee injury is old news. His performance at Torrey Pines has been lauded from all angles and rightly so. He didn't just appeal to golf fans with his skill, he showed a warrior spirit and raised his stock outside of golf further still. We know Tiger will miss his golf, but how much will the game miss its greatest superstar?

In terms of audience and thus revenue, lesser tournaments are set to suffer. Any tournament that isn't a major is going to be weakened without the man who has been world number one for 500 weeks ...

Unravelling The Euro Uspga Woes

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 15:28:49 UTC

The USA has been the dominant force in golf since the end of the second world war. Four out of the top five players with the most major wins are American and there hasn't ever been a European winner at the USPGA in its 89 year history. Just why is that?

A record 30 Europeans will take to Oakland Hills on Thursday, with two-time Open Championship winner Padraig Harrington leading the charge. Many feel Sergio Garcia offers the best hope for a European victory; the Spaniard plays his golf on the US tour and did so well in the Ryde...

Is It For Me? Taking Up The Game Of Golf

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 11:21:10 UTC

Enthralled by The Open? Been bitten by the golf bug? Fancy yourself as the next Padraig or Poulter? Then read on as we try to make golf newbie friendly and show why it's more than just a game.

More Than A Game

There is no doubt that being able to play golf is a life skill that will provide you with endless hours of enjoyment and give you opportunities to visit some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world, from Augusta to the Algarve. Golf, however, offers so much more; it is an excellent network...

Where Does The World 'golf' Come From?

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 21:45:28 UTC

It is thought the word golf comes from the Dutch word "kolf" or "kolve", meaning "club". Historians believe this was passed on to the Scottish, whose own dialect changed this to "golve," "gowl" or "gouf". By the sixteenth century, this had evolved into the word we know today.

So what is the connection between Holland and Scotland? Active trade routes from Scotland's east coast, and Holland's west coast are thought to account for this cross-pollenation of cultures. Some historians believe Scottish sailors brought the game of "kolf" (a g...

Living Colour: The Characters Of Golf

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 18:05:32 UTC

Golf has gotten by just fine over the years with a stuffy, conservative image, it's a game of the middle classes and will probably forever remain so. Few professional golfers do anything more than play their game and fit in. But where are the characters? The anti-heroes? We take a look at the top plays who've added colour in a sometimes grey game.

John Daly

We could write an article on John Daly quotes alone (in fact we nearly did ). The thing we like about John Daly is his uncompromising attitude, inherent talent and ...

Memorable Golf Quotes

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 18:18:58 UTC

"Hockey is a sport for white men. Basketball is a sport for black men. Golf is a sport for white men dressed like black pimps" - Tiger Woods

“Green and black go well together, don't they?” - Tiger Woods

"Golf is a good walk spoiled." - Mark Twain

"In golf, the customs and etiquette and decorum are as important as the rules of play." - Bobby Jones

"I never learned anything from a match that I won." - Bobby Jones

"Nobody ever remembers who finishe...