Johnson Wagner wins his second tournament in two years on the PGA Tour. Means he will be keeping the mustache, allegedly... He goes top of the FedEx Cup standings with the win. Only another four more wins needed by him and Stricker to cancel out any wins in the playoffs this year. Awful point system.
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Tuesday, 17 January 2012
Friday, 13 January 2012
Hawaii Open Round One Highlights
Graham De Laet leads by two after round one of the Hawaii Open. Steve Stricker, who won the season opener at Kapalua last week is 3 back at -4. My pick for the year Noh Seung Yul shot an opening round -3.
Wednesday, 11 January 2012
Hyundai Tournament of Champions Final Round
Steve Stricker won the Hyundai Tournament of Champions from Maui yesterday. Stricker held off a late charge from Martin Laird who fired 5 birdies in his final 7 holes to take outright second. Chuffed for Stricker as he is one of the nicest guys in golf.
Monday, 9 January 2012
Hyundai Tournament of Champions
Check out highlights from the first 3 rounds of the Hyundai Tournament of Champions. At the time of writing, Steve Stricker has a 3 shot lead over Jonathan Byrd on the back 9 of the final round.
Thursday, 29 December 2011
PGA Tour, Top 10 Shots of 2011
Here are the top 10 shots of the year on the PGA Tour for the past year. Steve Stricker's has to be my favourite. Which is your favourite?
Saturday, 17 December 2011
A Simple Guide For Golfing Beginners
If you’ve decided to take up golf then there are a few things you need to know before you head out on the course. Picking up some clubs and heading straight out for a round isn’t really the best idea; you’ll get the most out of the game if you’re fully prepared.
As a beginner, your first priority should be to book some lessons with a local pro – your local driving range or golf course are likely to have somebody on hand who is able to offer training to people of all abilities. The driving range is also a perfect place for you to hone your swing and general golfing skills following your lessons. It’s a cheap option that will ensure that you’re up to speed before setting foot on the course – a round of golf is a relatively expensive undertaking so you want to make sure you’ll be getting your money’s worth.
Indeed, with green fees, clubs and other golfing equipment to take into account, golf can quickly become quite the expensive sport to take up. It’s perhaps an idea to borrow or hire clubs when you first start out to make sure that golf is definitely the game for you. Once you’re sure that you’re ready to buy your own golf clubs then consider buying a ‘short set’, which includes only essential clubs, at the outset and adding to it as you progress.
If you are looking to attend a golf club then it’s worth checking to see if they have a dress code. This will obviously vary from club to club so it’s a good idea to research the specifics so that you can buy suitable shoes and golf clothing suitable for the club that you’ll be frequenting.
It’s also important to remember some basic safety tips when you first start out with the game. For example, always be aware of what’s going on around you when you’re ready to take a shot. Always look around before beginning your swing; if fellow players are within striking distance then obviously wait until they are clear of the area. If you need to give them a gentle reminder then don’t be afraid to do so; they’d rather that than a club to the face, after all.
Don’t assume that everybody is as safety conscious as you – stand clear of other players when they are about to take their swing. Also listen out for any warnings from players behind you during the game; if you hear somebody yelling ‘fore’ then it could well mean that a gold ball is headed in your general direction, so be ready to move quickly if needs be.
Although golf isn’t a contact sport, it is common to develop injuries due to the repeated swinging motions you’ll be carrying out. The best counterbalance to this is to develop a stretching routine before your round so as to warm up the relevant muscle groups. If you’re unsure of the type of exercises you should be doing, consult your club’s pro or a veteran of the game.
As a beginner, your first priority should be to book some lessons with a local pro – your local driving range or golf course are likely to have somebody on hand who is able to offer training to people of all abilities. The driving range is also a perfect place for you to hone your swing and general golfing skills following your lessons. It’s a cheap option that will ensure that you’re up to speed before setting foot on the course – a round of golf is a relatively expensive undertaking so you want to make sure you’ll be getting your money’s worth.
Indeed, with green fees, clubs and other golfing equipment to take into account, golf can quickly become quite the expensive sport to take up. It’s perhaps an idea to borrow or hire clubs when you first start out to make sure that golf is definitely the game for you. Once you’re sure that you’re ready to buy your own golf clubs then consider buying a ‘short set’, which includes only essential clubs, at the outset and adding to it as you progress.
If you are looking to attend a golf club then it’s worth checking to see if they have a dress code. This will obviously vary from club to club so it’s a good idea to research the specifics so that you can buy suitable shoes and golf clothing suitable for the club that you’ll be frequenting.
It’s also important to remember some basic safety tips when you first start out with the game. For example, always be aware of what’s going on around you when you’re ready to take a shot. Always look around before beginning your swing; if fellow players are within striking distance then obviously wait until they are clear of the area. If you need to give them a gentle reminder then don’t be afraid to do so; they’d rather that than a club to the face, after all.
Don’t assume that everybody is as safety conscious as you – stand clear of other players when they are about to take their swing. Also listen out for any warnings from players behind you during the game; if you hear somebody yelling ‘fore’ then it could well mean that a gold ball is headed in your general direction, so be ready to move quickly if needs be.
Although golf isn’t a contact sport, it is common to develop injuries due to the repeated swinging motions you’ll be carrying out. The best counterbalance to this is to develop a stretching routine before your round so as to warm up the relevant muscle groups. If you’re unsure of the type of exercises you should be doing, consult your club’s pro or a veteran of the game.
Monday, 5 December 2011
HE'S BACK!
Tiger Woods picked up his first victory since 2009 at the Chevron World Challenge yesterday. Woods trailed Zach Johnson by a shot going into the final round after Johnson holed out for eagle at the 18th from 160 yards at the end of round 3. Woods went into the final 2 holes on Sunday trailing by one but holed two clutch putts for birdie to win.
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