The GP Seal of Approval - it's Oulton Hall
Oct 4th, 2017
It’s road trip time as we head up to the British Masters at Close House. And where better to stay en route to Newcastle than Oulton Hall in Leeds.
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JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP GIVEAWAY!
Jul 10th, 2019
We get a loads of stuff sent to us at GP Towers and a much of it doesn’t really get us going. One area sure to unite the team are any efforts to bring in young’uns into our beloved sport and on Sunday 14th (this weekend) Crown Golf have a beauty as over 100 juniors can walk away with a year’s free membership!
Golf legends awarded Medal of Freedom
Mar 8th, 2020
Annika Sorenstam and Gary Player will receive the highest honour a civilian can receive from President Trump at a ceremony on 23rd March. Sorenstam learned of the honour last year after a game of golf where she and Senator Lindsey Graham took on Gary Player and President Trump.
World Golf Hall of Fame lists finalists
Mar 4th, 2020
As previously reported, the Golf Hall of Fame recently amended the qualification criteria moving the minimum age for both male and females to 45 from 50. So, it was hardly a ‘dropped my bacon sandwich’ moment when we learned that Tiger was on the list of finalists.
Golf Hall of Fame changes
Jan 23rd, 2020
Call us old cynics but are the latest set of changes at the Golf Hall of Fame just a dressed way to get Tiger Woods inducted into the Golf Hall of Fame a few years earlier and boost the quality of the list of possible inductees for the 2021 draft? The rules were only changed some four years ago to move the minimum age from 40 to 50 and now it is being edged back to 45.
Brooks Koepka Player of the Year
Jan 9th, 2020
With all due respect to Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods et al we think the Golf Writers Association of America (“GWAA”) were spot on in voting for Brooks Koepka as Player of the Year for 2019. Koepka’s performance at the four majors was undeniable impressive – to win one, finish second in two and tie fourth in the other is quite some feat.
Ko takes Player of Year
Jan 9th, 2020
World number one, Jin Young Ko was the runaway winner of the Golf Writers Association of America (“GWAA”) Female Player of the Year. The South Korean star was the overwhelming choice with Nelly Korda way back in second place.
Tournament of Champions 2020
Jan 6th, 2020
The gods were smiling on Justin Thomas in Hawaii on Sunday. Two clear, with three to go it looked like he had the Tournament of Champions in the bag. However, two sloppy bogies in his last three holes saw him have to win a play-off against Patrick Reed and defending champion Xander Schauffele.
GolfPunk’s Hall of Shame 2019
Jan 3rd, 2020
2019 is behind of us but it was not a great display by some who let down our great game and so have been inducted into the GolfPunk Hall of Shame. So which five golfers find themselves with the unwanted invite?
GolfNow takeover TeeOff
Nov 24th, 2019
GolfNow the biggest online tee time agency in the golf industry has grabbed an even bigger share of the market following the acquisition of EZLinks Golf by GolfNow owner, NBC Sports Group. Part of the EZLinks Golf portfolio is the online tee time booking platform TeeOff. So, what does this consolidation signal to the golf industry?
Round of a Lifetime
Oct 15th, 2019
We love Carnoustie. It’s probably one of the bestest courses in the UK, forget that the World! So, what better venue for a ‘Round of a Lifetime’ for one Edward Johnson from Massachusetts, U S of A.
Carding 202 when you play off 2.2
Jul 20th, 2019
The GolfPunk team love the game of golf and are big supporters of the idea of improving the etiquette on the course and in general. However, this week the big news running around social media was about the US amateur golfer that carded an impressively poor 194 for 18 holes and things got worse when the Florida State Golf Association confirmed it was actually a 131 over par 202!
Gmac Falls foul of 3-minute rule
Jul 19th, 2019
Ok time for a rerun of our GolfPunk rant. The three-minute rule is a good one and it is intended to speed up play like the other good rule change, putting with the pin in. I am sure most pros did not expect to suffer too much from the rule change but then they are not playing Royal Portrush every day.
History of the Claret Jug
Jul 16th, 2019
Each year the winner of The Open receives the famous claret jug which he must return before the following year’s event. But what is the history behind this iconic trophy?
Golf Joke of the week
Jul 9th, 2019
Derek The Donkey, GolfPunk's grumpy horse-envier once again delivers his 'Joke of the Week'. As you know he likes nothing better than a proper good laugh as long as it's at someone else's expense...
Sunderland of Scotland bring energy yellow and fire colour stories
Feb 7th, 2019
Sunderland of Scotland, has revealed its collection for Spring Summer 2019.
Rory McIlroy welcomes new changes to the rules of golf
Jan 8th, 2019
Rory McIlroy has welcomed the sweeping changes that have been implemented to the rules of golf and hopes that the new rules will bring a greater clarity within the sport.
Fleming Golf Tips: Hong Kong Open and ISPS World Cup of Golf
Nov 20th, 2018
A great result for GolfPunk readers with Danny Willett winning the DP World tour Championship at 139/1. He actually drifted on Betfair to 179/1 so hopefully GolfPunk readers got the best odds??
Official Guide to the Rules of Golf to be launched
Oct 25th, 2018
Following seven years of consultations, on 1st January 2019 the governing bodies of the Rules of golf will implement the most comprehensive Rules changes seen in the game for 37 years. And on the 1st of November, Hamlyn Publishing will be launching 'The Offical Guide to the Rules of Golf R&A.'
Business booming at World of Golf London
Oct 19th, 2018
World of Golf London, one of the busiest driving ranges in Europe with an average of 13 million balls hit each year, is enjoying a record period and has seen its business boosted by Ryder Cup fever following Europe’s victory in Paris.
Luna leaves field behind in Forest of Arden
Oct 8th, 2018
Santiago Luna stayed in control throughout the final round as he marched to victory at the Farmfoods European Senior Masters.
Stephen Dodd returns to the Forest of Arden to defend his Farmfoods European Senior Masters title
Oct 3rd, 2018
With one week to go until this year’s Farmfoods European Senior Masters gets underway, the full list of professionals has now been announced for the Staysure Tour event which takes place at the Forest of Arden Marriott Hotel & Country Club.
The Top 20 Golf Bets Of All Time
Sep 11th, 2018
The Top 20 Golf Bets Of All Time Part 1 of 3: Numbers 20-16
Srixon introduces the new soft feel golf ball
Aug 15th, 2018
SRIXON® has announced the launch of the new Soft Feel golf ball. Available in Soft White™, Tour Yellow™ as well as a Soft Feel Lady model in Soft White™ and Passion Pink™. The new Soft Feels are available now.
We're Not Worthy: No1: Old Head Of Kinsale, Ireland
Jul 5th, 2018
"When Tiger Woods came up here to this tee box for the first time, he said "Holy shit! So now it's called the 'Holy Shit' hole. Every time anyone comes up here for the first time, they say "Holy shit!"' Little John, Old Head Caddie
Leading manufacturers put their faith in Softspikes® Fast Twist 3.0® Insert System
Jun 21st, 2018
Major global golf footwear manufacturers have been putting their faith in the Softspikes® Fast Twist 3.0® insert system since its introduction to the market in 2017.
European Senior Masters returns to the Forest of Arden
Jun 15th, 2018
Following the success of last year’s inaugural Farmfoods European Senior Masters, this year the event is returning to the Forest of Arden Marriott Country Club & Hotel, between 4-7 October.
Bioflow mosquito repellent bands provide protection for golfers
Jun 14th, 2018
Bioflow, one of the worlds leading suppliers of magnetic therapy, also offers golfers protection against flying and biting insects with their excellent Mosquito Repellent Bands.
Golf equipment – 6 Of The Best Wedges For 2018
May 18th, 2018
It's the start of the season and you're going to need all the help you can get to shoot some decent scores. Some fresh wedges will ensure maximum control around the greens, and lets face it who doesn't like seeing that ball rip back when it lands. Without further ado here are six of the best wedges for 2017...
A Day In The LIfe Of Paige Spiranac...
Dec 24th, 2017
We've been looking back at the best read articles of 2017, and it came us no surprise to us to find that there are a lot of Paige Spiranac fans out there. Here's GP's take on 'A Day In The Life Of Paige Spiranac, The Overlord Of Instagram....'
Golf tips – Ian Poulter: Bravery Off The Tee
Oct 19th, 2017
Scaredy Cat Scaredy Cat, sitting on the, errmm, golf mat. No need to be afraid anymore. Ian Poulter is here to show us how to attain true bravery on the tee. No matter what is in front of you...
Full list of professionals released for inaugural Farmfoods European Senior Masters
Oct 16th, 2017
With just days until the inaugural Farmfoods European Senior Masters gets underway at the Forest of Arden Marriott Hotel & Country Club, the full field of European Senior Tour professionals has been revealed.
Golf World – #Helpthegravy & #bunchofarse
Oct 2nd, 2017
Help The Gravy & Bunch Of Arse The stuff that's floated our boats and upset us this week...
Golf is not a game of perfect
Sep 9th, 2017
Jeff Ritter can help you get the ball close from the trickiest of lies. Downhill chip over a bunker. No problem!
GolfPunk becomes official media partner
Aug 11th, 2017
The guys on the European Seniors Tour represent a golden, pioneering age of golf. Many of them, like Sam Torrance, were there at the start of the European Tour in 1972, when events took them to ridiculously hard to get to destinations, and players slept 4 to a room to save costs. Subsequently they have very interesting stories...
Boat of Garten - You Little Beauty!
Aug 5th, 2017
It’s not a boat and it’s not in a garden, but it is one of the hidden gems of Scottish golf.
FootJoy launches Walk of Champions campaign
Apr 20th, 2017
FootJoy is launching its season–long FJ Walk of Champions campaign.
Tommy Fleetwood supports March of the Men campaign
Mar 1st, 2017
Tommy Fleetwood has backed blood cancer charity Anthony Nolan’s ‘March of the Men’ campaign, which seeks to recruit more young men to the stem cell register.
Help The Gravy & Bunch Of Arse #9
Feb 27th, 2017
From The Oscars to Rickie Fowler, soggy driving ranges to Laurel & Hardy. The stuff that's made us smile... or otherwise this week...
Thieves steal thousands of golf balls
Feb 24th, 2017
Police officers are appealing for information after thousands of golf balls were stolen from a luxury hotel.
Help The Gravy & Bunch Of Arse #8
Feb 20th, 2017
What's floated our boats & bunched our bottoms this week?
BREAKING NEWS: Tiger Woods pulls out of Dubai
Feb 3rd, 2017
Tiger has sensationally pulled out of the Omega Dubai Desert Classic with back problems. No, surely not.... say it ain't so...
Why you can BOGOFF with QHotels
Jan 24th, 2017
QHotels is the UK’s largest golf resort operator, and it's now offering visiting golfers the opportunity to double their enjoyment with a BOGOFF offer – Buy One Get One Fourball Free – at each of its 10 UK venues.
Callaway launch new Supersoft ball
Jan 17th, 2017
With their new Supersoft Golf Ball, Callaway have combined their lowest compression golf ball ever with a soft cover and their Premuim HEX Areodynamics surface pattern. Result: long, straight and Supersoft.
Founder of the European Tour dies
Jan 13th, 2017
John Jacobs has died aged 91.He will be best remembered for his work in establishing the European Tour, where he served as the European Tour’s tournament Director–General from 1971 to 1975.
Challenge Tour Shot of the Year
Jan 10th, 2017
David Law’s eagle at the Terre dei Consoli Open has been voted the 2016 European Challenge Tour Shot of the Year.
Justin Thomas leads SBS Tournament of Champions
Jan 8th, 2017
Justin Thomas is leading the SBS Tournament of Champions with a third straight 67 and has a 2-shot lead over an in-form Hideki Matsuyama.
Rory McIlroy wins European Tour shot of the year
Jan 8th, 2017
Rory McIlroy has won the European Tour shot of the year, as voted for by My European Tour fans, for his approach shot to the 18th at the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open.
Tragic death of South African golfer
Jan 4th, 2017
Former South African golfer Wayne Westner has died in an apparent hostage drama on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast on Wednesday morning.
Muirfield urged to "get out of the dark ages"
Dec 30th, 2016
Muirfield Golf Club has been told to "get out of the dark ages" when it decides whether or not to admit women members in the New Year.
New rubber roof for Old Course Hotel
Dec 17th, 2016
The Old Course Hotel may be in a totally iconic position, but that position does come with a cost.
Henrik Stenson wins player of the year
Dec 14th, 2016
Following directly on from winning the Golf Writers' Association Trophy, Henrik Stenson has now landed the big one – European Tour Player of the Year. It's going to be a very happy Christmas down at the Stensons.
Help The Gravy & Bunch Of Arse 4
Dec 5th, 2016
GolfPunk celebrates this week's movers & shakers... and laments the oxygen takers....
Help The Gravy & Bunch Of Arse
Nov 28th, 2016
The stuff that's floated our (& the readers') boats this week. And the stuff that has annoyed the bejeeses out of us...
Sir Nick Faldo wins Golf Course Designer of the Year
Nov 25th, 2016
Sir Nick Faldo was awarded the title of Golf Course Designer of the Year at the 2016 World Golf Awards Gala Ceremony, which was held in the Algarve.
Free golf for the rest of the year
Nov 16th, 2016
Golfers can get free golf for the rest of the year if they snap up a new five-day 2017 QFairway membership - available at six of QHotels award-winning resorts.
Luttresllstown Castle to host PGA Professional Championship
Nov 13th, 2016
Ireland’s historic Luttrellstown Castle Resort will be the imposing stage for the 2017 Titleist & FootJoy PGA Professional Championship.
Glencor Golf Holidays Unveils New Pound Proof Deals Brand
Nov 10th, 2016
Glencor Golf Holidays, the UK based golf tour operator, has launched a new brand to help golfers to continue to identify great value holidays in Europe despite the weaker pound and the current complications around the United Kingdom leaving the European Union.
Stars skipping World Cup of Golf
Nov 5th, 2016
The phrase 'World Cup' has a certain cachet in the sports world. Outside of maybe the Summer Olympics, the football World Cup is the biggest sporting event on the planet. Now golf has tried to get in on the power of the 'World Cup' brand with the World Cup of Golf. But the stars aren't turning out.
Ping Zero Gravity Waterproof Jacket
Oct 21st, 2016
The humble golf waterproof has changed so much over the years. The Ping Zero Gravity is one of the lightest yet.
Golf in Austria: Ve Have Vays Of Making You Walk
Oct 20th, 2016
It’s the perfect phone call. The opportunity to go somewhere great and play golf. On the line is my Austrian friend Natascha, who had just offered me the chance to come out to her homeland and sample a new golfing Mecca. Yesss.
Emilliano Grillo announced as PGA Tour Rookie of the Year
Oct 13th, 2016
Emilliano Grillo was rated the top rookie for the 2015-16 season by his own peers. Tour members who played in at least 15 official money events this past season were eligible to vote.
Rugby Legend Powell Spoofs Buggy Incident
Oct 12th, 2016
Welsh Rugby international Andy Powell laughs up his infamous golf buggy escpades in a new spoof video...
Seal pup found on Cornish course
Oct 5th, 2016
Early on Sunday morning a novice green keeper at West Cornwall Golf Club discovered that a seal pup had found its way onto the golf course. What was he to do?
#Epicfail for Wheatcroft
Jul 25th, 2016
Steve Wheatcroft hit one of the worst shots under pressure ever at the Canadian Open.
R&A introduces new pace of play measures
Jun 14th, 2016
The R&A has introduced two new measures to its Pace of Play Condition in time for The Amateur Championship, which is being played at Royal Porthcawl and Pyle & Kenfig in Wales.
GolfPorn: Lofoten Links
Jun 7th, 2016
Lofoten Links Golf Course, on the island of Simsøya in Norway, is a spectacular golf course. From the end of May to the end of July the course is open 24 hours a day and you can golf in the midnight sun. Imagine seeing the Norther Lights whilst playing golf?
Rules of Golf launches on Android
May 27th, 2016
The official interpretation of the Rules of Golf from The R&A is now available free in an updated edition for 2016 - 2017 and it's now also avaialble on Android as well.
The curse of slow play
May 26th, 2016
We all hate slow play, and our feelings are shared by one of the UK’s largest golf groups, They’re getting about pace of play, with a high-visibility, long-term programme now in place at all venues.
Oceanico makes an unofficial attempt at fastest hole in golf
May 10th, 2016
The good people at Oceânico had a go at bettering the recent par-5 speed record set at Valderrama, and have unofficially broken it with Ricardo Santos and Portugal’s former goalkeeper Ricardo Pereira on the team.
Sir Bob Charles becomes Honorary Member of the R&A
May 6th, 2016
Open Championship winner Sir Bob Charles CBE has become an Honorary Member of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews.
PGA National in Game Of Thrones Tribute
Apr 28th, 2016
PGA National in bizarre homage to Game of Thrones!
Finca Cortesin is latest World of Leading Golf Venue
Apr 21st, 2016
The multi-award-winning, independent, five-star Finca Cortesin - one of Europe's leading golf resorts - has joined World of Leading Golf (WLG), the international organisation representing some of the world's best golf venues.
Sergio Garcia leads Guinness Book of World Records attempt
Apr 16th, 2016
Tournament host Sergio Garcia led a three-team, international challenge ahead of the Real Club Valderrama Open de España, as the Guinness World Records title for the ‘Fastest hole in golf by a team of four’ was broken.
Nike launch the Enemies Of The Course Range
Mar 31st, 2016
We've been thinking for a while that streetwear is the next direction for golf fashion to take. Nike Golf seem to agree with us.
UK is the hole-in-one capital of the world
Mar 25th, 2016
According to data compiled over three million rounds of golf by the GPS and scoring app, Hole19, the UK has achieved more hole-in-one’s than any other country.
Late booking offer from La Manga
Mar 24th, 2016
Families looking to get active during the Easter and May half-term holidays can enjoy late discounts of up to 20 per cent on sunshine breaks at Spain's multi-award-winning La Manga Club.
National Golf Month to launch at the Houses of Parliament
Mar 23rd, 2016
We all know that golf has an image problem. It’s seen as elitist, old fashioned, and out of touch – the preserve of the white middle class male. We all get that don’t we? And we all want to do something about it. So why get the Houses of Parliament involved? Here's your chance to have your say with our poll.
PGA ditches Grand Slam Of Golf
Mar 17th, 2016
The never eagerly anticipated Grand Slam of Golf has thankfully been culled by the PGA of America. We will no longer have the dubious pleasure of watching already wealthy tour pros play out a feeble exhibition match for an extraordinary amount of cash (even 4th place got $300k!!). PLUS Amazing gallery of every Grand Slam line up.
New CEO of merged Scottish Golf Union steps down after just 12 weeks
Mar 11th, 2016
The merger of the Scottish Golf Union (SGU) and the Scottish Ladies Golfing Association (SLGA) went through last year, and the new unified body came into existence on October 1 2015. But only months later it has lost it’s new CEO. What’s occurring?
Association of James Braid courses grows
Feb 25th, 2016
James Braid was a prolific golf course designer, and we mean properly prolific. 412 golf courses in total, 32 of which don’t exist any more, and six that were never got built. That’s still 374 courses that can be played on to this very day.
Haydn Porteous gets his kit off
Feb 12th, 2016
European Tour player Haydn Porteous had to get his kit off during the first round of the Tshwane Open in South Africa. One for the ladies?
All New Srixon UltiSoft Golf Balls
Feb 11th, 2016
Srixon have launched the UltiSoft golf ball to help those lower-swing-speed golfers have more fun on the course.
6 More Of The Best 2016 Drivers
Feb 10th, 2016
We want to hit the ball further in 2016. We're not sure we're ready to start working out though, so we thought we'd see which driver might help us hit longer drives this year. There are limitations in place on driver design by the R&A and USGA, but the manufactuers won't stop striving to produce drivers that hit the ball consistantly further.
Big Max Launches Autofold FF
Feb 8th, 2016
BIG MAX is set to introduce its latest model for 2016, the innovative Autofold FF. So if you are looking for a trolley for the new season check this out. It really is as compact as you like.
The Tiger of Bangladesh
Feb 1st, 2016
Here’s someone that really, really wants a bit of Olympic action. Bangladeshi golfer Siddikur Rahman makes no bones about its importance to the wider world ahead of the sport's return at the Rio Games in August 2016.
Sony Open Play Off Drama
Jan 18th, 2016
Unheralded Argentinian Fabian Gomez won the Sony Open last night, beating arguably the best putter in the game (not called Jordan) Brandt Snedeker at the second extra playoff hole. His second PGA Tour win, this takes Gomez to 55 in the world rankings, and he's seriously eyeing up an Olympics spot this summer.
Ministry of Defence golf course scandal
Jan 16th, 2016
The Ministry of Defence (MoD – not to be confused with MoTD) is apparently quite heavily involved in the golf business. They have 11 courses, one pitch and putt centre and a driving range. And now they are under pressure to off load them sharpish.
Hyundai Tournament Of Champions Wrap
Jan 8th, 2016
Video highlights as Patrick Reed fires a blistering 65 to lead Spieth by one.
Shane Lowry wins shot of the year
Jan 4th, 2016
Shane Lowry's miracle wedge shot on the final hole of the WGC Bridgestone Invitational has been named 2015 European Tour Shot of the Year presented by Emirates.
Busy January of golf
Jan 3rd, 2016
It’s going to be quite a month for golf in January with a total of nine events to be enjoyed.
The end of Anchoring
Jan 2nd, 2016
Goodbye and good riddance to anchored puttiing. The ban has now come into force. It's time to put(t) away the golf zimmer frame.
Trump and the end of golf
Dec 31st, 2015
Electing Bernie Sanders as president would lead to the end of golfing in the United States, according to Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.
Changing of the guard
Dec 29th, 2015
Golf Channel president, Mike McCarley, has reported that the changing of the guard at the top of professional golf is already having a positive impact in terms of bringing in younger viewers.
Golfers Reject Wimbledon offer
Dec 29th, 2015
Golfers who refused to give up their club despite mounting pressure from All England Lawn Tennis Club have rejected a “bribe” of £50,000 each to let the world-famous tournament expand on to their grounds.
GolfPunk Of The Year: The Results
Dec 24th, 2015
The 2015 GolfPunk Of The Year Winner is.... and also, the GolfPunk Team Of The Year Staunchy goes to...
2015 Players Of The Year: The Staunchies Results
Dec 24th, 2015
Male Player Of The Year 2015, Lady Player Of The Year and Rookie Of The Year: Here's your verdict...
2015 Swingin' Siren Of The Year
Dec 24th, 2015
Wow this was a close run thing! Two ladies swapped the lead until late into Christmas Eve. Here's the low down...
Rory McIlroy the European Tour Golfer of the Year
Dec 15th, 2015
It’s no shock to announce that Rory McIlroy has been named the 2015 European Tour Golfer of the Year for the third time in four years. Having won the Race to Dubai three times in four years too, it was the least surprising announcement all season.
