Throughout the 20th century and into the 21st, golf has evolved into an international sport with a huge global participation. The top professionals now enjoy fame that transcends the sport and the biggest events attract massive TV audiences. Golf today is a multi-billion-dollar industry and, over the years, various figures have been instrumental in…
Source: Getty Images INTERVIEWER Patrick Reed is the 2018 Masters champion. He was a bit under the radar prior to the tournament and was 60/1 to win. What do you make of this unlikely victory and where do you think it ranks in terms of Masters upsets? BERNARD GALLACHER I wouldn’t say it’s a huge…
The first major golf tournament of the year, the US Masters, tees off on 5 April – but if this inspires you to get back on the course, make sure you’re aware of its hidden dangers! According to a new report from Golf Care, more than 30 golf injuries are reported every day in…
Bernard Gallacher playing at the 1970 Masters. Credit: Getty Images With the 2018 Masters now just days away and to celebrate the launch of interactive predictor ‘What Makes A Masters Champion‘, who better to speak to than someone who has had the honour of playing at the famous tournament? Step forward Bernard Gallacher. INTERVIEWER Let’s…
One of the great things about the sport of golf is its variety. Every venue presents a different challenge and every golf course is unique. Tackling as many different golf courses as possible allows you to experience the sport in its entirety and to improve as a golfer. In this country, we are blessed with…
An old golfing adage repeated by sages of the game in clubhouses across the country states: “Drive for show, putt for dough.” On the face of it, this saying has some merit – there’s no use in boosting long, straight drives down the fairways if you can’t hole a few putts. However, there won’t…
