Golf bedlam in the Bahamas
Jan 11th, 2017
As we reported yesterday, the opening event of the Web.com Tour, the Bahamas Great Exuma Classic, took a complete battering from the weather. And for one Pro this led to the loss of 32 balls!
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Web.com carnage in the Bahamas
Jan 10th, 2017
The first Web.com event of 2017 is the Bahamas Great Exuma Classic, but it has been absolutely battered by high winds and storms, leading to a first–round scoring average of 80.4!
The Great British Open Challenge
Oct 16th, 2019
Take one bike, one set of clubs, 14 different Open venues and one complete nutter and you have the ‘The Great British Open Challenge’. London-based PGA professional, Luke Willett, he with a famous golfing namesake, is to pedal his way between all the Open venues playing 18 holes at each and cycling with his clubs on his back!
Zurich Classic Final
Apr 29th, 2019
The unlikely pairing of John Rahm of Spain and America’s Ryan Palmer saw off the challenge of Rahm’s countryman Segio Garcia and Britain’s Tommy Fleetwood to lift the Zurich Classic trophy. The pairing that came together after Palmer’s original partner Jordan Speith pulled out and Rahm’s would be partner, Wesley Bryan, was out with a shoulder injury.
Zurich Classic
Apr 27th, 2019
It is now some two weeks since Tiger’s historical victory in The Masters and the frenzy that went with it. CT Pan’s win at the Heritage was impressive but taking nothing away from CT, the event did suffer somewhat from a Masters’ hangover. So, what is there to wet us golf lovers’ appetite this week? That will be the Zurich Classic Team event
GolfPunk goes to the Bahamas!!
Nov 7th, 2018
Get your golf boots on skinneeeyyy, the plane for the Bahamas is about to start boarding and it's got your name on it. Woaahh, I'm going to Barba..
Fleming Golf tips: Nedbank Challenge and Mayakoba Classic
Nov 7th, 2018
Two events this week, the Nedbank from South Africa and Mayakoba from Mexico, part of the PGA tour.
Fleming golf tips for The Byron Nelson Classic
May 15th, 2018
Good to be back with a winner last week as Webb Simpson at 80/1 wins the Players Championship at Sawgrass. The European event this week is the Belgium knockout hosted by Thomas Pieter's and his wife, it's too much of a novelty event to get involved with, so we concentrate on the Byron Nelson in the USA.
Bryson de Chambeau wins John Deere Classic
Jul 17th, 2017
Bryson DeChambeau, the golf scientist, has won the John Deere Classic in Illinois and with it a place in this week's The Open.
Tiger to design 10 hole course in Bahamas
Mar 16th, 2017
Tiger Woods and TGR Design have announced that Tiger will lead the design of a 10–hole short course in the Bahamas. Named "The Playgrounds", the course will be part of a private development called Jack's Bay.
Golf tips – How to hit great iron shots
Mar 4th, 2017
Great iron shots every time: This is a great tip for making sure you keep your arms compact through the swing. Compact arms = crisp, powerful iron shots.
Rickie Fowler leads the Honda Classic
Feb 26th, 2017
Rickie Fowler has built himself a four–shot lead going into the final round of the Honda Classic, and looks in a great position to claim his first victory in more than a year. Catch him if you can!
John Deere Classic wins
Feb 26th, 2017
The 2016 John Deere Classic has been voted the PGA TOUR’s Tournament of the Year, and also recevied awards for its social media engagement.
I will never feel great again
Feb 9th, 2017
Tiger Woods has admitted that he will "never feel great again" as his body deals with the knee and back operations that have afflicted him over recent years.
Sergio Garcia wins the Dubai Desert Classic
Feb 5th, 2017
Massive congratulations to Sergio Garcia as he wins the Dubai Desert Classic by three shots over Henrik Stenson. Here's how he did it to earn his first European Tour victory for three years.
Sergio holds on at Dubai Desert Classic
Feb 4th, 2017
Sergio Garcia has a three–shot lead at the end of moving day at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic. Could Sergio be set for first European Tour victory in three years?
Play suspended at Dubai Desert Classic
Feb 3rd, 2017
Strong winds have delivered the second major blow to the Dubai Desert Classic after Tiger Woods' earlier withdrawal
Callaway launch Great Big Bertha Epic Fairway Woods
Jan 5th, 2017
Callaway has launched Great Big Bertha Epic Fairway Woods, which incorporate Callaway’s revolutionary and proprietary triaxial carbon composite material to enhance forgiveness, power and accuracy.
CIMB Classic
Oct 23rd, 2016
In The PGA Takeaway, Teryn Schaefer recaps the final round of the 2016 CIMB Classic, where Justin Thomas successfully defended his title, Anirban Lahiri brought his #CurryPower and Zac Blair chased a lizard on the course.
Highlights from CIMB Classic
Oct 22nd, 2016
In the third round of the 2016 CIMB Classic, Anirban Lahiri separates himself from the field with his 7-under 65 and Justin Thomas closes strong with five straight birdies coming down the stretch. And there's a hole in one from Kevin Na!
Tiger Woods to play with Phil Mickelson at Safeway Classic
Oct 10th, 2016
Tiger Woods comes back this week at the Safeway Classic. And he's making that comeback alongside his former nemesis and new best buddy Phil Mickelson.
Will Tiger Woods play the Safeway Classic next week?
Oct 7th, 2016
Will Tiger Woods make his comeback next week at the Safeway Classic?
'Duel in the sun' crowned the Open's greatest finish
Jul 17th, 2016
Following the culmination of almost two months of voting across the world, Glenmorangie, The Spirit of The Open is pleased to announce that the ‘Duel In The Sun’, between Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus at Turnberry in 1977 has been chosen as The Open’s all-time Greatest Finish.
Greenbrier Classic Cancelled
Jun 26th, 2016
The Greenbrier has been canceled due to the horrific flooding that took place this week. But how will that affect The Open?
Stuard wins maiden victory at rain delayed Zurich Classic
May 2nd, 2016
Brian Stuard has won the weather-disrupted Zurich Classic, which had a Monday finish. He held on to claim his maiden PGA Tour victory in a three-way playoff.
Day 3 at The Zurich Classic
May 1st, 2016
Rain. Stopped. Play. That pretty much sums up day three at The Zurich Classic. While a few players managed to tee off in their third round, the leader Brian Stuard only managed the six holes to finish his second round.
Top Tips for the Zurich Classic
Apr 26th, 2016
The Spiv won last week with money on Charley Hoffman, so who is he backing to bring home the bacon this time around?
The Bahamas Party for Rickie, Smylie and Jordan continues
Apr 23rd, 2016
Rickie Fowler, Jordan Spieth and Smylie Kaufman have been letting their hair down in the Bahamas. It's their time for a post Masters chill. But they don't spare Jordan, that's for sure.
Adam Scott wins Honda Classic
Feb 29th, 2016
Adam Scott raised the trophy last night at the Honda Classic, pipping Sergio Garcia by one shot for his first title in two years. While he only managed a level par 70, Sergio could only muster a 71, and no one made a run at the the two of them.
Honda Classic Day Three Highlight's
Feb 28th, 2016
Adam Scott shot a 66 last night to take a share of the lead last night with Sergio Garcia at the Honda Classic last night. Sounds great. Except he threw a quadruple bogey in there.
Rory McIlroy misses Honda Classic cut
Feb 27th, 2016
What is it with Rory and the Honda Classic? He wins in 2012 and now he's missed Honda Classic cut for the second time in a row.
Sergio Garcia Leads Honda Classic
Feb 26th, 2016
Last night Sergio Garcia took a share of the first round lead at the Honda Classic, shooting a 65 despite tangling with an alligator. Garcia shares the lead with Michael Thompson, the 2013 Honda Classic winner. Check out the highlights.
Honda Classic Fantasy League
Feb 24th, 2016
The Honda Classic GolfPunk Fantasy League Challenge. Picture of ducks taken yesterday by the 3rd green by Getty's Dave Cannon. Lovely stuff...
Who To Bet On At The Honda Classic
Feb 23rd, 2016
So who should you be looking out for this week? Here’s my top five to do well this week at the Honda Classic.
Charley Hull in tied lead at Pure Silk Bahamas LPGA Classic
Jan 29th, 2016
Click here for Scond Round Article!! (Apologies we put the wrong link on email!!) Charley Hull and Catriona Matthews were amongst seven players tied for the lead after the first round of the Bahamas LPGA, alongside US players Paula Creamer, Ashley Ramsey and Alison Lee and Japanese players Mika Miyazato and Haru Normura, each shooting a 5-under-par 68.
Greatest moments with Justin, Rory and Henrik
Dec 6th, 2015
Here's a a great video of Rory, Justin and Henirk recreating their greatest shots on the Jumeirah Estate's golf course. Enjoy.
McDowell Wins OHL Classic
Nov 16th, 2015
It was Ker-Ching day for Graeme McDowell as he won a one-hole play off to trouser $1,116,000 at the OHL Classic at Mayakoba, in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico.
Play suspended at the OHL Classic
Nov 15th, 2015
Play was suspended at the OHL Classic in Playa del Carmen in Mexico. But here's who is winning....? And now it seems to be back on.
The OHL Classic Moving Day
Nov 14th, 2015
On a lightening and rain-affected day it was USA’s Derek Fathauer who rose to the top of the leaderboard. He shot another six under 66 to take a one shot lead over fellow American Jason Bohn.
OHL Classic at Mayakoba
Nov 10th, 2015
It's go time again. We bring you the tee times and pairings for the OHL Classic at Mayakoba, which is in Mexico if you didn't know.
CIMB Classic 2015: A sideways look...
Oct 30th, 2015
A sideways look at the CIMB Classic in Malaysia with Sidekick Southwell... Starring Adam Scott, Jason Gore and Justin Thomas...
The Great Big Bertha!!!
Aug 4th, 2015
So we told you Kiradech Aphibarnrat won with a new Callaway prototype driver. Well, this is the beast in question – an all new Great Big Bertha. Callaway claim it represents the next frontier in driver design, and it’s built to get the most distance for everyone.
The great Mickey Wright dies aged 85
Feb 18th, 2020
Mickey Wright’s who possessed one of the best swings in golf passed away on Monday at the age of 85. Wright was one of the greatest players on the LPGA amassing 82 LPGA titles over a 14-year professional career.
Greatest shank you’ll ever see
Nov 17th, 2019
There must be something in the air at the Nedbank Golf Challenge. Yesterday we reported on one of the luckiest shots ever seen on tour when Thomas Detry was saved from disaster by a pole holding a windsock. In the third round Denmark's Joachim Hansen hit an unmentionable in a greenside bunker but came up smelling of roses.
The Open's greatest ever debuts
Jul 18th, 2019
There have been many incredible Open debuts, here is our Top 10...
Gmac off to great start
Jun 7th, 2019
Keegan Bradley leads, some other folk are in second, third etc., including Shane Lowry of Ireland, but all we care about is how Graeme McDowell is doing. Gmac must be at The Open in July and we are cheering him all the way.
First PGA TOUR Series-China Event outside Greater China
Mar 5th, 2019
Laguna Golf Phuket will become the first golf course to host a PGA TOUR Series-China event outside of mainland China when it hosts the Tour’s third and final Global Qualifying Tournament from March 5-8.
Wilson Staff launch classic revamped blade irons
Jan 24th, 2019
Is this the perfect golf club? Just look at it. Makes you want to put it in a glass case and sell tickets. Or just whip it out of the bag from 153-yards and hit the greatest shot of your life. Wilson Staff tip their cap to a classic with the new 2019 blades...
Golf betting tips for Farmers Insurance & Dubai Desert Classic
Jan 22nd, 2019
This week's golf betting tips from the legendary Nick Fleming. It's the Omega Desert Classic and the Farmers aka Flutter Central...
Fleming Golf Tips: The Desert Dubai Classic
Jan 16th, 2019
So close last week at the Sony Open with Andrew Putnam 69/1 leading until the final stages eventually finishing 2nd to Matt Kuchar. But now I focus on the Desert Classic.
GolfPunk Classics: Natalie Gulbis Swingin' Siren
Jan 7th, 2019
Here she is, Natalie Gulbis, all the way back in April 2006 in her first GolfPunk photo shoot... and today is her birthday!!!
Carly Booth's great pitching tip
Nov 2nd, 2018
The Golf Nurse Will See You Now: This won't hurt a bit she says, as Carly Booth shows us how to aproach an elevated pin.
GP Classics: Kim Smith Swingin' Siren
Oct 25th, 2018
When 21-year-old Kim Smith, the tall green-eyed brunette model, actor and brainiac hit her first hole in one she felt perfectly complete. Her father, a handsome swaggering Texan, had been teaching her the game since 'practically the day I could walk' she says...
Ian Poulter's Top 5 greatest Ryder Cup moments
Sep 25th, 2018
They call him the postman because he always delivers. Ryder Cup points, that is, not parcels and stuff...
Why Autumn is a great time to mix golf and culture
Jul 5th, 2018
The months of September and October are, historically, two of the warmest on the holiday island of Mallorca - so autumn is a great time to combine golf with a bit of culture in the capital city, with the events season in full swing.
Effingham course upgrade brings classic Colt layout back to life
Jul 3rd, 2018
Effingham Golf Club has used a trip back in time as the inspiration for its new-look championship course after completing a major renovation and upgrade of its classic course and club facilities. GolfPunk investigates...
Melissa Reid off to a great start at US Open
Jun 1st, 2018
After coming through qualifying last week, Melissa Reid got off to a great start at the US Women's Open with a -2 round of is three shots off the lead after the first round of 70 at the US Women's Open in Alabama.
Effingham goes back to the future to upgrade classic Colt layout
May 8th, 2018
Effingham Golf Club has used a trip back in time as the inspiration for its new-look championship course after completing a major renovation and upgrade of its classic course and club facilities.
Golf stars' 1st tee anthems at Zurich Classic
Apr 29th, 2018
Tour pros and their music. What's it going to be as they choose their favourite tune to get them underway at the Zurich Classic? Some real doozies here. And it's not all Hootie...
Great value for money at the 2018 Masters
Apr 6th, 2018
One of the many, many things that we love about the Masters is just what great value for money it offers for the ordinary spectator- opps, Patron.
The Greatest Shot Ever Played?
Apr 3rd, 2018
It's the greatest shot of all time, but you've never seen it like this before...
Top betting tips for Qatar Masters & Honda Classic
Feb 20th, 2018
Damn that Bubba Watson chipping in and foiling our 1st place winnings... Anyway, back to this week. Here are this week's Fleming Golf Tips
15 great tips for your next golf holiday
Jan 10th, 2018
Getting your Golfing year off to a flying start is important but let’s face it: January is mostly short days and rock-bottom temperatures. Which probably makes it the best month to plan your time in the sun.
Tenerife for golf and a great time
Jan 2nd, 2018
It's time to be thinking about getting away from the cold and grey, and where better to head that to Tenerife.
Put the kettle on for golfing greatness in 2018
Dec 30th, 2017
GolfPunk Top 10 Instructor Maria Verchenova puts the kettle on in order to get us golf fit for 2018. Get ready to blast your core and extend your glutal envelope...
Paul McGinley hailed as greatest ever Ryder Cup Captain
Dec 17th, 2017
Eamonn Darcy was the guest of honour at the PGA in Scotland for their annual Christmas do, and for Darcy, no-one will ever get close to McGinley as a Ryder Cup Captain.
Charley Hull finishes 5th at Dubai Ladies classic
Dec 9th, 2017
American teenager Angel Yin won a three-way play-off to win the Dubai Ladies Classic as Charley Hull came in fifth.
On Course Foundation in for a great Christmas bonus
Dec 5th, 2017
As part of American Golf’s ongoing commitment to supporting its nominated charity, On Course Foundation, the company is getting into the Christmas spirit early this year by launching a raffle across its 121 stores in the UK & Ireland. Tickets will cost just £1 each with all proceeds going to the charity, which uses golf to help in the rehabilitation of wounded, sick and injured Servicemen and women.
Win a place in the Omega Dubai Desert Classic Pro Am
Nov 28th, 2017
If you fancy teeing it up with Rory McIlroy and Niall Horan at the 29th Omega Dubai Desert Classic, well here’s your chance.
Tee times for days one and two at the OHL Classic
Nov 8th, 2017
Here they are, GolfPunks in bold... i.e. players who have been nice to GolfPunk....
Great new trick shot from Coach Rusty
Oct 25th, 2017
We've always enjoyed and admired the work of Coach Rusty. And this is his latest trick shot. Standing on the shoulders of giants, if you like.....
GolfPunk Classics: Retief Goosen
Oct 19th, 2017
When Retief Goosen turns up for his photo session with GolfPunk, he’s exactly as you expect him to be – quietly confident.
Golf tips – How To Hit Great Bunker Shots
Oct 19th, 2017
'The Old Rake In The Bunker Trick': Paul Lyons is an ex-European Tour pro who now runs The Golf College, here he solves our bunker problems with a very neat trick...
Whee Kim's ace at the CIMB Classic bags him $100.000
Oct 15th, 2017
Whee Kim had a hole in one on the Par 3 15th at the CIMM Classic, and won a BMW 740 Lex Drive Hybrid for his troubles, worth a cool $100,000.
Pat Perez wins CIMB Classic
Oct 15th, 2017
Pat Perez won the PGA TOUR's CIMB Classic, claiming a four-shot victory over compatriot Keegan Bradley on Sunday at TPC Kuala Lumpur.
Paige Spiranac to announce players at Dubai desert Classic
Oct 13th, 2017
January 25th 2018. The Dubai Desert Classic. Paige Spiranac. Yes indeed, social media golfing sensation Paige Spiranac will act as the official starter for the tournament at Emirates Golf Club.
Pat Perez to make Omega Dubai Desert Classic Debut
Oct 3rd, 2017
GP favourite Pat Perez will be making his debut at next year’s Omega Dubai Desert Classic.
Tiger Woods – Top 10 greatest shots ever
Sep 19th, 2017
He might be currently languishing at 1,136 in the world rankings but lest we forget this guy was the greatest golfer of his generation and possibly anyone else's. Take a deep breath and strap yourself in. It's Tiger's best 10 shots ever on the PGA Tour...
Jeff Ritter: The World's Greatest Stretch
Sep 16th, 2017
The majority of us warm up by loosening our jaws around a bacon sandwich, which is far from ideal and likely explains why we knobble it off the first tee.
Stacy Lewis leads the Cambia Portland Classic
Sep 3rd, 2017
As we reported on Saturday, Stacy Lewis will give all her winnings at the Cambia Portland Open to charity, and specifically the victims of Hurricane Harvey. So, how is she getting on?
Daniel Berger wins St. Jude Classic
Jun 12th, 2017
Daniel Berger became the fourth player to successfully defend his title at the St. Jude Classic in Memphis on Sunday.
Cabrera Bello leads St Jude Classic
Jun 11th, 2017
Spain’s Rafael Cabrera Bello posted a 5under 65 to be in a three–way tie for the lead at the St. Jude Classic, with Stewart Cink and Ben Crane after Saturday’s moving day.
Day two at the St Jude Classic
Jun 10th, 2017
There’s a three–way tie at the top after day two at the FedEx St Jude Classic, with Charl Schwartzel, Chez Reavie and Sebastian Munoz all on nine-under par.
Thumping great Alligator
Jun 7th, 2017
We are suckers for a good alligator story, especially if there is some decent video to go with it, and in this case there certainly is.
Great value in the Algarve
May 19th, 2017
The Algarve continues to exceed golf visitor records after a flying start to 2017, while it has also retained its place as the best value holiday destination for UK tourists.
Great value golf in Murcia
Mar 23rd, 2017
Four legendary golfers, Severiano Ballesteros, José María Olazábal, Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus, have designed or redesigned courses in the Region of Murcia – and there’s some great value to be had in April.
Jhonattan Vegas hits Honda Classic ace jack pot
Feb 27th, 2017
You've just bogeyed 14 so how's a self-respecting tour pro going to respond? Like this of course...
Great year for golf in Wales
Feb 12th, 2017
Golf clubs in Wales found 2016 to be their best year for years, according to new data from the Golf Union of Wales.
Tiger Woods tee time Dubai Desert Classic
Feb 1st, 2017
Here are the tee times (add 5 hours for UK time). GolfPunk notables in bold. NB: Tiger tees off at 4.15am UK GMT (11.15pm USA EST) – playing with defending champion Danny Willett & Matt Fitzpatrick
Callaway also launch Great Big Bertha Epic Sub Zero Driver
Jan 4th, 2017
Callaway have gone launch crazy today. From now on the 4th of January will be simply known as Jailbreak day. Here's their new GBB Epic Sub Zero, the more forgiving item...
Old and New Stars in the Mix for a Great 2017 Golf Season
Jan 3rd, 2017
As great as 2016 was for the world of golf – four different winners of golf’s four major championships, Justin Rose holding off Henrik Stenson in Rio for the gold medal as golf returned to the Olympic Games, and the United States winning the Ryder Cup for the first time since 2008 - it’s possible that 2017 could be even better.
Rory pens great letter to a young fan
Nov 24th, 2016
Rory McIlroy has sent a letter to the young man who caught the ball he threw toward the gallery after making an eagle 2 on the 70th hole of the Tour Championship in September.
How a snowmobile and a trip to the Bahamas helped Rory get his groove
Oct 26th, 2016
In mid-August, Rory McIlroy and his performance team escaped to the Bahamas for five days. McIlroy also used the relative seclusion for final testing of Nike Golf’s latest shoe: The Nike Lunar Control Vapor.
Great Padraig impersonation
Sep 10th, 2016
Here’s a great impersonation of Padraig Harrington from assistant PGA Coach Brendan Walton, who is based at Island Golf Club in Donanate, Dublin.
Great offer from England's newest Tour golf venue
Sep 9th, 2016
England’s newest Tour golf venue has announced a two-month price promotion in September and October. Here's what's on offer.
Inaugural Willow Senior Golf Classic held
Sep 2nd, 2016
The inaugural Willow Senior Golf Classic, held at Marriott Hanbury Manor Hotel & Country Club, Ware, has been hailed as an overwhelming success after raising over £120,000 for goal keeping legend Bob Wilson's the Willow foundation.
Great trick shot from Coach Rusty
Aug 26th, 2016
Here's a great trick shot from Coach Rusty. We're liking his style. Check it out here.
Dad holds candle in mouth for great trick shot
Aug 12th, 2016
Here’s a very trusting father, who let’s his son fire a shot at him when holding a lit candle. Nice one son!
Great Olympic golf ad from Michelob ULTRA
Aug 11th, 2016
Michelob ULTRA have produced a great little ad to show their support for the American Olympic golf team in Rio de Janeiro.
