Essential Golf

12/09/2025

In 1764, the historic “home of golf” combined several short holes, reducing its layout from 22 to 18. As the sport grew, other courses adopted the St. Andrews standard. So unfortunately, the popular 18 whiskey shots myth is just a fun legend!

Read our selection of facts from the fairways from the month of November featuring the most hole-in-ones and the longest hole in golf.

12/02/2025

In hot, humid weather, a golf ball’s materials become more elastic and rebound off the club face with greater speed, and the warmer, less-dense air creates less drag. This allows for tee shots and long drives to travel noticeably farther.

Read our selection of facts from the fairways from the month of November featuring the most hole-in-ones and the longest hole in golf.

11/25/2025

Also known as the “King of Aces”, his first hole-in-one came in 1967, and his 51st was recorded in 2007 - all well-documented over a long golfing career.

A passion for the game

11/18/2025

The club’s effort to raise cows backfired when they damaged the course by eating azaleas and tree bark. The turkeys proved a far better investment, bringing in profit and serving as holiday dinners for members. 🦃🐄

A passion for the game

11/11/2025

At 1,097 yards, the third hole at Gunsan Country Club in South Korea is a true beast. With water hugging the left side and bunkers in play, you’ll need more than power to conquer this par 7. ⛳️💪

11/07/2025

Gran Coyote Golf offers an 18-hole, par-71 course designed by Nick Price, where precision meets the Riviera Maya’s natural contours. Set within Corasol, this community integrates contemporary residences overlooking the fairways. Every detail — from course maintenance to architectural design — reflects a commitment to quality and balance. For players and residents alike, it’s a place where golf and everyday life come together with ease.

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11/04/2025

The six-time major championship winner only plays golf as a lefty because he learned by mirroring his right-handed father and that legendary swing has stayed with him ever since.

11/03/2025

The latest issue of the Essential Golf magazine is now out, covering all the news, thrills, and dramatic moments from the previous two months on the golfing calendars including a look ahead to the climax of the DP World Tour’s Race to Dubai and understand who is in contention, a look back at the thrilling 2025 Ryder Cup and the fallout from the high octane contest, list some of the high-profile underperformers in the men’s and women’s tours this year, learn more about some of the sports forgotten champions, exclusive interviews with PGA of America CEO Derek Sprague and experienced caddy Paul Tesori, some must-visit bucket list destinations for any keen golfer, great Christmas gifts to begin thinking of as we near the fun festive season, and much more! https://bit.ly/4hCksn0

Essential Golf Magazine 2025 - November/December. Keep up to date with all golf related stories, plus the top players and events.

10/28/2025

The 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass, known as the iconic “Island Green,” is one of golf’s most challenging and nerve-wracking holes. Its small, surrounded-by-water green demands focus and precision, making it a true test for even the best players.

10/22/2025

You felt it all season: that electric buzz every time a leaderboard tightened, every time a putt threaded the hole when it mattered most. 2025 hasn’t just given you great golf; it’s given you moments that pulled people off sofas and glued them to screens. https://bit.ly/42QTr9g

We breakdown the reasons why this season became the most-watched in recent memory and what the numbers tell us.

10/21/2025

On April 23, 2019, Eric Byrnes set the walking golf record at Half Moon Bay, California, playing over 23 full rounds - averaging one hole every five minutes.

10/20/2025

The 15-time major winner has dropped to the lowest world ranking position of his career to date after being kept out of the game due to long-term injuries. https://monkeylink.co/695143

Tiger Woods has dropped to the lowest world ranking position of his career to date after being kept out of the game due to injury.