Golf in a Gale

A brief glance at the weather-beaten faces of the Walker Cup players last weekend, combined with the news that European Tour Qualifying School was delayed due to high winds, is evidence enough that the wind plays a major role in autumnal golf in the British Isles. Playing in a strong breeze isn’t easy at the best of times, but you can make life a lot easier by simply making the right choices. The old adage ‘swing slower in the wind’ makes sense, but better course management when the breeze is up is likely…Read more …

Choosing a Path – Amateur or Professional?

This month, two of golf’s great contests take place in the British Isles. First, the Walker Cup tees off this Saturday at Royal Aberdeen Golf Club, and in a couple of weeks Killeen Castle will provide the spectacular backdrop for the Solheim Cup. Both will undoubtedly provide fascinating viewing, and if previous billings are anything to go by, the Walker Cup will provide us a glimpse of future stars. Dustin Johnson, Rory McIlroy and Rickie Fowler are unquestionably the new breed of superstars on tour, yet a couple of years ago they were…Read more …