Fred Couples, playing this week on the PGA Tour Champions tour, said he hopes to make another Masters cut. But is a goodbye coming?
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Smylie Kaufman reveals the 2 shots every amateur needs
PGA Tour winner and trusted on-course reporter Smylie Kaufman says these are the two most common areas were amateurs struggle.
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The best tips for breaking 90, according to mid-handicappers
Trying to break 90 for the first time? GOLF.com's resident mid-handicappers share their best tips for accomplishing the feat.
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Rory McIlroy's new mindset unveils simple key to lower scores
In this edition of Play Smart, we take a look at how Rory McIlroy's new mindset can help you shot lower scores, too.
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Rory McIlroy, Jay Monahan unification goal had 1 key point you (and LIV) might have missed
The PGA Tour and its power brokers want the game of golf to come together. But their vision sounds much different than what LIV has laid out.
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LPGA confirms pace changes, new 1-shot penalty
The LPGA has announced its new pace-of-play policy that includes lower timing thresholds for fines and penalties, including a new one-stroke penalty for golfers who take too long to hit their shots.
Open champ Smith backs split of Aussie tourneys
Past Open champion Cam Smith was vocal in his criticism of the men's and women's Australian Open tournaments being played concurrently, so he was more than pleased to hear that Golf Australia had decided to once again hold them separately.
Rory: PGA Tour, LIV must 'move forward together'
As a potential deal between the PGA Tour and PIF continues to loom over professional golf, Rory McIlroy said he believed it was time for all players to "get over it" and do whatever needs to be done to reunify the game.
Standard Golf Ball
A standard golf ball is designed according to regulations set by governing bodies like the United States Golf Association (USGA) and the R&A. Here are its key characteristics:
Size & Weight
- Diameter: At least 1.68 inches (42.67 mm)
- Weight: No more than 1.62 ounces (45.93 grams)
Dimples & Aerodynamics
- A standard golf ball has around 336 dimples, though the number can range from 300 to 500 depending on design.
- Dimples reduce air resistance and create lift, allowing the ball to travel farther and more accurately.
Construction Types
- One-Piece Golf Ball: Basic, durable, used for practice.
- Two-Piece Golf Ball: Most common for beginners; offers distance and durability.
- Three-Piece Golf Ball: Provides better spin and control, ideal for intermediate players.
- Four & Five-Piece Golf Balls: Designed for professionals, offering maximum control and performance.
Compression Rating
- Low compression (40-70): Softer, more distance, easier to hit (good for beginners).
- Medium compression (70-90): Balanced distance and control.
- High compression (90-110): Harder ball, more control for skilled players with fast swing speeds.
A standard golf ball is engineered for optimal performance, durability, and control, making it a key factor in a golfer’s game.
Jordan Spieth's surprising putter switch was year in the making
Jordan Spieth made a surprising move to a T.P. Mills Trad Forged II putter last week at the WM Phoenix Open. Here's how it landed in his bag.
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LIV CEO: Norman's 'a gift,' remains with league
New LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil says predecessor Greg Norman remains on the league's board of directors, lauding him for "his experience, his leadership, his friendship."
U.S. Women's Open qualifying sites include 4 past major championship venues
The USGA announced the qualifying sites for the 2025 U.S. Women's Open, and there are several courses that have hosted major championships.
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Genesis Invitational picks: Subpar's favorite bets for Torrey Pines
Subpar podcast co-hosts Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz make their favorite bets for the Genesis Invitational at Torrey Pines Golf Course.
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'This is going to sound crazy:' Max Homa's reason for optimism amid struggles might surprise you
Max Homa has been grinding to rediscover his game. Even though his recent results don't show it, he is optimistic for a reason few can understand.
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2025 LIV Golf Adelaide: How to watch, TV coverage, streaming info, start time
How to watch the 2025 LIV Golf Adelaide tournament this week in Australia, including full LIV Golf TV coverage and streaming info.
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Now You Know: What’s the Difference Between the Titleist Pro V1, and Pro V1x?
Do you know the difference between the Pro V1 and the Pro V1x? It’s the number one ball in golf, and it’s also the number one, most confusing ball in golf. So what are the differences?
Let’s start with the Pro V1.
It’s going to fly lower, it’s going to spin less and it’s going to be a little bit softer.
Now let’s talk about the Pro V1X.
Going to fly a little bit higher, spin a little bit more and be a little bit firmer.
My Favorite Water Bottle Just Got an Upgrade
Owala FreeSip Sway
What We Like
Ergonomic Carry Handle FreeSip technology (Sip or chug) Tapered Design Fits in CupholdersWhat We Don't Like
Only two size options (30, 40oz)The Bottom Line
The Owala FreeSip is a nice upgrade to my original FreeSip bottle. I love the new handle, and the tapered design fits more easily in my cupholder. All in all, it’s a worthy sequel to my favorite water bottle of all time
Yardages That Matter: Key Distances To Improve Your Game
Do you reach for your 7-iron every time you hit the range? Is it your most-used club during a round?
As golfers track more stats and data, they pay closer attention to the yardages they hit from most often. Those are the ones worth practicing. If you don’t track your game but want to practice more effectively, this Shot Scope data can help you focus on the distances that will have the biggest impact on your score.
A look at the numbers
The graph below shows the number of shots hit from different yardages per round. The data excludes tee shots because all golfers will need to hit those. In addition, it’s worth noting that we have excluded putts for the shots in the 25 yards and less category.
From the plotted lines, you can see that regardless of your handicap, the majority of shots you will hit in any given round are those less than 50 yards from the hole. When practicing longer shots, the 200-plus yardage is another area to work on for those longer par-4a and approaches on a par-5.
If you need yet another reason to convince yourself that the short game is truly the most important part of the game, this chart should do it.
How Bryson Makes His Range Sessions Exciting And Productive
Say what you want about Bryson DeChambeau but he offers more actionable advice and insight than any other professional golfer.
This video where Bryson gives a 14-year-old golfer a lesson is one of my favorites. It offers some harsh realities about what it takes to get good at golf but if you’re anything like me, it will make you want to head to the range and work on your game with a new outlook.
A little background
Most amateur golfers don’t know how to practice. Bryson admits he would spend eight hours practicing with little to no direction when he was a junior. He wasn’t making much measurable progress and that’s when he transformed his practice to make it more efficient, measurable and, ultimately, effective.
It’s not about the one good shot (You have to repeat it)
Yes, the one good shot feels great but if you can’t repeat it, what’s the point? If you want to take your game to the next level, you’ll have to be able to hit the same type of shot five times in a row.
It’s a lot harder than you think.
