Understanding the Green

A key aspect of successful putting is accurately reading the green. This involves understanding the slope, grain, and speed of the putting surface.

Slope

The slope of the green will dictate how much break the ball will take.

 

• Uphill Putts: These putts will be slower and require more power.
• Downhill Putts: These putts will be faster and require a softer touch.
• Sidehill Putts: The ball will break towards the lowest point of the slope.

Grain

The grain of the grass can significantly affect the ball's speed and direction.

 

Ahead of the ISPS HANDA Senior Open, players were asked about the last time they paid a greens fee. Padraig Harrington had a ready answer.

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SWAG Golf just dropped something that’ll make you want to yell “Jackass!” at the nearest sand trap. Their new Happy Gilmore collection isn’t just golf gear—it’s pure nostalgia wrapped in premium equipment.

The timing? Perfect. With Happy Gilmore 2 hitting screens Friday, SWAG’s channeling that chaotic hockey-player-turned-golfer energy we’ve been craving for decades.

The centerpiece is their Rewind Golf x SWAG Happy Gilmore Putter. This isn’t some novelty club gathering dust in your garage. It’s tournament-legal with a gold-torched finish that screams quality. The “tap tap taparoo” engraving? Chef’s kiss.

This collection captures lightning in a bottle. It’s premium golf equipment with personality—exactly what the sport needs more of. SWAG Golf just proved that sometimes the best way forward is looking back.

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Full 2025 3M Open tee times for Friday's second round at TPC Twin Cities, featuring Kevin Kisner, Rickie Fowler and more.

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According to data from GOLFTEC, an out-to-in swing path is the biggest swing mistake high-handicap golfers make.

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When I was a young teenager, there were two skate brands that dominated the school hallways. One of those iconic brands, Etnies, and their signature skater, Sal Barbier, are teaming up with Malbon for a special shoe drop.

The silhouette itself comes from Barbier’s signature Etnies line. It’s been beefed up with a Vibram outsole for added traction and support.

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Malbon founder Stephen Malbon and Barbier have been longtime friends, and with Malbon’s big push for more streetwear and skatewear instead of pleats and collars, the collaboration just makes sense.

The shoe will be available in three colorways starting today at Malbon.

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You read the title.

I always have at least 3 pairs of golf shoes in my car, because you never know when you’re going to need to crank out a quick nine on a moment’s notice.

My opportunities to golf as a new(ish) dad are few and far between. So when I get a sliver of a chance, I have to capitalize. Having a few clubs and some shoes in my car makes it much easier to do so.

You’re probably wondering which 3 pairs I have with me right now. I’m glad you asked (I know you didn’t ask, but I’m going to tell you anyway).

NIKE Zoom Victory Pro 4

Is there any shoe that’s hotter right now than the Victory Pro 4 from NIKE? What I call the “Scottie” shoe is a current go-to in my rotation, so much so that I can’t bring myself to take them inside.

When it comes to high-performance drivers, the PING G440 LST and the Titleist GT2 are two of the top contenders in 2025. Both were included in the 2025 Best Golf Driver testing but only one delivered across every category. We put these two drivers head-to-head using our comparison tool to see which model comes out on top for different swing speeds and playing styles.

Distance

PING G440 LST Distance Score: 9.4Titleist GT2 Distance Score: 9.8

When it comes to distance, the GT2 holds a noticeable edge. Its 9.8 score was among the highest in this year’s test, making it one of the longest drivers of 2025.

The G440 LST wasn’t far behind with a 9.4 and, for some players, that difference may not be a dealbreaker, especially if consistency and forgiveness matter more than raw yardage. Launch and spin likely explain the gap: the GT2’s launch window and spin profile produced a longer peak carry for most testers.

Forgiveness

PING G440 LST Forgiveness Score: 9.5Titleist GT2 Forgiveness Score: 8.2

This is where PING pulls ahead.

The G440 LST posted one of the highest forgiveness scores among all low-spin drivers. Lower ball-speed deltas, tighter shot patterns and more consistent performance across the face gave it a decisive win in this category.

A few weeks back, I wrote about the most overrated golf courses I’ve played.

Some of you reached out asking for the opposite—the most underrated courses I’ve played. So here we are.

What do I appreciate in a golf course? What makes one underrated?

For starters, I would single out courses that are not revered or well known in the golf community. Maybe they are respected among those in the know, but they are not widely thought of as bucket list tracks you have to play.

For another, the price is important. Is it a good value? Does the condition of the course and overall experience warrant the investment?

John Daly is one of the most recognizable names in golf, for a variety of reasons. Whether it’s his grip-it-and-rip-it approach, his larger-than-life personality or his two major championship wins, Daly has left a mark on the game that few can match.

But behind all of that power was a short game that doesn’t get enough credit. One of Daly’s best drills isn’t about distance at all. It’s about learning to make clean contact around the greens and then carrying that over to the full swing. It’s a simple yet effective drill that any golfer can try.

The Drill: One-armed chipping for clean contact

John Daly’s go-to short game drill involves hitting chip shots with only his lead arm (left arm for a right-handed golfer).

Daly says this drill not only improves contact but also helps isolate your swing faults. When you’re using only one hand, you can easily identify which hand is causing the issues in your game. If you make solid contact, you’re moving the club correctly. If not, the issues in the swing become obvious.

Step-by-step: How to do the John Daly one-armed chipping drill

Grab your wedge
Use a 52-, 54-, 56- or 60-degree wedge, whatever you’re most comfortable with. Daly demonstrated with his 52 and said it’s the club he uses to warm up and before teeing off.Set up normally
Take your regular chipping stance: narrow feet, ball in the center, slight forward shaft lean.Take your trail hand off the club
For right-handed golfers, remove your right hand. You’ll be swinging only with your left.Make a smooth chipping motion
Swing the club back and through using just your lead arm. Let the clubhead fall naturally onto the ball.Focus on solid contact and follow-through
If you hit it clean, that’s confirmation you’re on the right track. If you stub or blade it, something in your takeaway or body motion is off.Hit 10–20 balls before a round
Daly says he always starts his warm-up with this drill before hitting full shots. It locks in his rhythm and helps sync up his swing.

Why this drill still works

Daly credits the drill with helping him maintain proper takeaway mechanics. If you can get your takeaway started the right way, the rest of the swing can fall into place a bit.

When beginners start playing golf, most of their attention is focused on clubs and sometimes on the cheapest ball they can find. The truth is that some of the smartest tools in the bag aren’t clubs at all. They’re the accessories that experienced golfers rely on to practice more effectively, learn faster and maintain consistency on the course. Most beginners don’t realize how useful these are until they’ve already struggled without them. Here are five golf essentials you’ll wish you had from the start.

Alignment sticks

Alignment sticks might be the most affordable yet effective training aid in golf.

Whether you’re working on your aim, dialing in ball position, practicing takeaway drills or checking swing path, alignment sticks are endlessly versatile. You’ll want at least two of them to help you turn your practice into progress.

You can opt for premium options like the Vessel Golf Alignment Sticks or keep it simple with the GoSports 2- or 3-pack for less than $20. Either way, you’ll quickly see why most experienced golfers keep a few in the bag.

Shot-tracking system

If you think shot-tracking systems are only for better players, think again. One of the hardest things to figure out as a beginner is how far you actually hit the ball. That’s where a shot-tracking system comes in.

Introduction

The Cleveland RTZ wedges are Cleveland’s latest flagship short-game release, promising innovative material construction, grind versatility and next-level spin performance. Four Forum testers – jayyarr, Jbram, edingc and Brad Boehmke – evaluated them intensively in various conditions (bunkers, rough and approach scenarios) to assess if Cleveland has indeed created wedges worthy of replacing the gamer staples in their bags.

Key highlights from testers

Performance summary

Testers consistently reported:

Exceptional feel and softness, providing feedback without harshness
Reliable and elevated spin performance, especially with Hydrazip and full-face grooves
Grind versatility, enabling creative shots around the green and out of bunkers
Confidence at address with clean aesthetics and well-balanced shaping
Durability of the Z-Alloy construction, maintaining integrity through heavy use

Key features

Top features highlighted:

Z-Alloy construction: proprietary alloy, enhancing feel, durability and mass redistribution
Hydrazip grooves: improved spin retention in wet conditions
ZipCore technology: raises MOI for forgiveness
Full-face grooves (Adapt grind): expanded groove area for versatility and off-center forgiveness
Multiple grind options: Adapt, full, mid and low bounce choices for tailored fit

Overall impressions

Testers agreed the Cleveland RTZ wedges offered measurable improvements in confidence, shot versatility and short-game scoring, with the 60-degree Adapt grind emerging as a standout performer.

Tester insights: Performance and impressions

First impressions and aesthetics

jayyarr

“My initial impressions based on looks alone are how minimalistic and clean these look in a way that comes off as beautiful. My current wedges are TaylorMade MG3s and they generally just look significantly busier so for me this is a massive upgrade.“

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“Stick” a 10-episode series starring Owen Wilson that debuted on Apple TV+ in June, was just green-lit for a second season.

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