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Finding both distance and forgiveness in a game-improvement iron is a tough ask. For many golfers, you either get consistency in the shots you hit or you pick up extra distance. It’s hard to find both. To show just how rare that combination is, only one iron in our 2025 Best Game-Improvement Iron testing finished in the top three for both distance and forgiveness: the Mizuno JPX 925 Hot Metal.

Mizuno JPX 925 Hot Metal

The Mizuno JPX 925 Hot Metal continues the brand’s strong track record of building irons that blend power and playability. In this year’s test, it earned a runner-up finish overall, with standout scores in both distance (9.0) and forgiveness (8.8).

Testers praised it for producing some of the longest shots in the category while still keeping dispersion under control.

Some of the feedback:

“Great sounding, performed the best, was one of the straightest ball flights, and very responsive.”“Crazy distance off the face, best feel and forgiving.”“Mizuno just doesn’t miss when it comes to iron design and performance.”

It’s this rare balance that sets the JPX 925 apart. Most irons in this category lean strongly one way—either towards raw distance or reliability. The JPX 925 Hot Metal manages to give you both.

Yesterday, we took a look at which YouTube golf channels are growing.

Now it’s time for the opposite side of that equation. Which channels are going backwards?

There is a major caveat here in that many of these channels are still very successful. Their viewership numbers are formidable and their content is still worth watching in many ways.

However, something is holding them back from their previous baseline.

In most cases, the culprit is the increased competition of YouTube golf. There are a lot more high-profile channels now compared to five years ago. People only have some much time.

At many courses, especially private clubs, tucking in your shirt is mandatory and a reliable belt makes sure you look sharp while staying comfortable. Beyond appearance, today’s golf belts are built with stretch materials, ratchet systems and designs that are built specifically for golfers. Here are some of the best options you can grab on Amazon.

Groove Life Men’s Groove Belt

The Groove Belt stands out for its magnetic buckle system.

It is quick to fasten and adjust mid-round, should you need to. Many golfers praise its stretch webbing for staying snug without digging into your waist, even during long rounds. It’s also built tough, originally designed for outdoor and tactical use, so durability isn’t a concern.

If you like a modern look with functionality, this belt is a top choice.

adidas Braided Stretch Belt

This adidas braided stretch belt is all about comfort and flexibility. The woven design allows for a perfect fit regardless of waist fluctuations. It comes in a few different colors and at a fair price.

How to watch the 2025 Procore Championship on Thursday in Napa, including full Procore Championship TV coverage and streaming info.

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How to watch the 2025 BMW PGA Championship on Thursday at Wentworth in England, including full BMW PGA Championship TV coverage.

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At the U.S. Ryder Cup team’s training camp at the Procore Championship, one question looms. Here’s how it’s being answered.

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Harvey Penick, the long-time coach of two-time Masters winner Ben Crenshaw, has some advice for those looking to improve their putting.

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Scottie Scheffler said he's doing things differently this year after his preparation going into the 2023 Ryder Cup was "not as good as it should have been."

U.S. Ryder Cup captain Keegan Bradley said Wednesday having 10 of the 12 team members playing in the Procure Championship this week has led to a closer team.

Two automatic spots from continental Europe, Friday four-balls, and other tweaks would in no way undermine the purpose of the biennial matches.

Tyrrell Hatton celebrated qualifying for Europe's Ryder Cup team with an "aggressive, messy" boozy night that ended with him waking up covered in his own vomit.

In July, we told you about Titleist’s plans to open its first U.S. retail destination at Pinehurst. Today, the doors are officially open and the location couldn’t be more fitting. The Titleist Shop at Pinehurst sits just steps from the iconic 18th green of Pinehurst No. 2, surrounded by some of the most celebrated golf real estate in America.

Located at the former Don Padgett Learning Center on Pinehurst’s main campus, the shop is set in the heart of what many consider the cradle of American golf. You’re within walking distance of the main clubhouse, The Cradle short course, Thistle Dhu putting course and Maniac Hill—Pinehurst’s historic driving range that was one of the game’s first practice facilities.

More than just a pro shop

What sets this apart from your typical resort pro shop is the comprehensive fitting experience. More specifically, a comprehensive Titleist fitting experience. The shop features golf ball and golf club fitting capabilities, leveraging Titleist’s full product lineup along with its proprietary fitting tools like the Golf Ball Fitting App and Vokey Wedge Fitting App.

The indoor Trackman-powered fitting bay ensures year-round fitting capability regardless of weather conditions while Pinehurst’s state-of-the-art practice facilities provide the outdoor testing ground for dialing in your equipment.

But the centerpiece might be what Titleist calls “the most advanced on-demand golf ball customizer” available. Golfers can add custom logos or personalized text to their golf ball of choice, which gets printed on-site in real time. The logo library includes 11 unique Pinehurst designs, complete with custom Titleist and Pinehurst co-branded packaging. There’s even a new AIM (Alignment Integrated Marking) design available on select models, inspired by Pinehurst’s iconic Putter Boy.

There are two Keegan Bradleys. One used to sneak onto Bethpage Black. The other? He's returning this fall as Ryder Cup royalty.

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2025 BMW PGA Championship tee times for Thursday's first round at Wentworth, featuring Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood and more.

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Of all the questions golf professionals get asked, one of the hardest to answer is how far to stand from the golf ball. The truth is that the distance changes depending on the club you have in your hands. A sand wedge requires you to stand closer than a driver, and even between irons, the spacing shifts slightly.

On top of that, every golfer’s swing and dynamic impact position is different so there’s no single “perfect” measurement anyone can hand you.

I’ve always found that the better strategy is to learn the signs that you’re not standing the right distance and make the small adjustments you need accordingly. Below are six of the most common indicators that your stance is off along with simple ways to get back into the right position.

1. Your arms feel jammed or locked out

When you’re the wrong distance from the golf ball, one of the easiest things to notice is how your arms feel at address. Standing too close makes your arms feel crowded, with your hands brushing your legs and your elbows tucked unnaturally. Standing too far forces your arms to feel rigid or locked out which robs you of rhythm and power.

Every golfer’s body is built differently. Players with longer arms may look like they’re reaching more while shorter-armed players may appear closer to the ball.

The price of most newly released hybrids in 2025 is about $300. For golfers who carry two or even three hybrids, that adds up fast. While true budget options are hard to find, a handful of models under $300 still managed to perform well in our testing. Here are three standouts that prove you don’t always have to pay top dollar for solid hybrid performance.

Ben Hogan PTX Max Hybrid ($199)

The Ben Hogan PTX Max quietly turned in one of the most balanced scorecards in our 2025 Hybrid Test. Accuracy, distance and forgiveness all came in at 8.6. It may not dominate in any one category but the consistency is hard to ignore, especially for $199.

Sub 70 959X Hybrid ($229)

Sub 70 has built its reputation on direct-to-consumer value and the 959X is another example of why. With an overall score of 8.6, it performed nearly identically to the Hogan but leaned slightly toward distance over forgiveness. At $229, it offers performance that rivals bigger names at a slightly lower price.

Are you always walking off the course saying something like: “If I just didn’t make that double … or that triple … I would’ve had a great round!”?

Every golfer hits bad shots. Your swing isn’t perfect. It’s not one bad swing that ruins your round. It’s what happens after the bad swing.

Blow-up holes aren’t about mechanics; they’re about response and preparation. If you don’t have a plan for what to do when things go wrong, you’ll start compounding mistakes. That’s when doubles, triples and worse show up on the card.

Here are three things I would recommend doing if you want to stop being “one hole away” from your best round.

1. Control yourself. Don’t chase after mistakes.

There’s a pattern that leads to most blow-up holes. You tug a drive left, end up under a tree and immediately think, “I’ll fix this with one big swing.” Or you miss a short putt and decide to “get it back” on the very next tee.

Around this time of the year, we like to take stock of how YouTube golf channels are performing.

The short summary: these 10 channels are killing it.

We’ve broken down the viewership numbers from the last 365 days—so this includes Q4 from 2024 as well—to find what golfers are watching. Each channel is sorted by percentage viewership increase (compared to the previous year) to show their popularity spike.

I think my main takeaway is that personality matters. Likability matters. Comedy matters.

You used to be able to win just by being active. Not anymore—the competition is too deep.

2025 Procore Championship tee times for Thursday's first round in Napa, featuring Scottie Scheffler, Justin Thomas and more.

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Here are 18 things spotted, after walking three hours with Keegan Bradley during the U.S. Ryder Cup team’s training camp in Napa, Calif.

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