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All Square partners with World Amateur Tour

All Square has partnered with the World Amateur Tour which offers amateur golfers a professional tour-like experience with a series of global tournaments at some of the world’s best golf courses. The World Amateur Tour (WAT) was established in 2015 and gives amateur players the opportunity to live their golfing life like a professional player. […]

Amateur Golf

Should Your Child Turn Professional? What the World’s Best Golfers Can Teach Us

Every year, thousands of talented junior golfers dream of reaching the PGA Tour, DP World Tour or LPGA Tour. Parents invest countless hours—and often hundreds of thousands of dollars—supporting that dream. The difficult question is always the same: “When is the right time to turn professional?” While there is no formula that guarantees success, there […]

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Hideki Matsuyama WITB Behind His 2025 Hero World Challenge Victory

When Hideki Matsuyama walked off the 18th green at Albany Golf Club with the 2025 Hero World Challenge trophy in hand, the victory felt like both a statement and a continuation of his renewed momentum. After a tightly contested week and a one-hole playoff against Alex Noren, Matsuyama sealed the win with a composed birdie […]

Amateur Golf

Europe’s Best Pro-Am Golf Events for Amateurs

If you’re an amateur golfer who’s dreamed of teeing off alongside a touring pro (or a movie star), Europe has a surprisingly rich calendar of pro-am opportunities — from world-famous links weekends on the Fife coast to sun-soaked charity weeks in the Algarve. Here you’ll find a selection of standout events, what makes each one […]

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The Top 10 Greatest Upsets in Golf Tournament History

Throughout golf’s long and storied history, certain tournaments have become legendary not only for the brilliance of their champions but for the shocking nature of their victories. When underdogs triumph against the odds, it reminds fans that golf — despite its reputation for patience and precision — can still deliver moments of pure, unpredictable drama. […]

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The Most Challenging Golf Courses in the World

Golf is often seen as a leisurely sport, but true enthusiasts know that some courses push even the best players to their limits. Around the globe, there are legendary layouts that test not only a golfer’s technical skill but also mental toughness, physical endurance, and strategic thinking. These courses are not just about making pars […]

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Life on Tour: The True Benefits of the Professional Golf Circuit

To the outside world, professional golf tour life may seem like a blur of jet-setting, luxury hotels, and endless rounds on the world’s best courses. While there’s some truth to the glamour, those who live it know the real beauty of tour life lies deeper — in the personal growth, global exposure, and the rare […]

Amateur Golf

How to Qualify for the U.S. Amateur: A Comprehensive Guide

The U.S. Amateur is one of the most prestigious events in amateur golf, bringing together the best golfers from around the world to compete on some of the most iconic courses. Whether you’re a seasoned amateur or a rising star in the golf world, qualifying for this tournament is no small feat. It requires dedication, […]

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Inside Martin Couvra’s Winning WITB at DP World Tour

Martin Couvra’s star continues to rise, and his latest win at the DP World Tour tournament is turning heads across the golfing world. The 21-year-old Frenchman delivered a composed and commanding performance to secure his first DP World Tour victory, solidifying his reputation as one of Europe’s most promising young talents. With a blend of […]

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World Golf Hall of Fame 2024

Padraig Harrington, Tom Weiskopf, Johnny Farrell, Sandra Palmer, Beverly Hanson and seven LPGA founders will be inducted to the World Golf Hall of Fame for 2024. The induction ceremony will take place June 10, 2024 at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club in North Carolina, coinciding with the 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2. Also […]

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Pathway to Stardom: Europe’s Mini-Tours

European golf has a number of mini-tours which offer pathways to the DP World Tour and Ladies European Tour for the game’s rising stars. In the men’s game, the DP World Tour, formerly known as the European Tour, is the leading professional golf tour in Europe. The organisation also operates the developmental Challenge Tour, which […]

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Best DP World Tour events to attend in Europe

The best tournaments to attend this year include possibly the most stunning venue for any golf tournament in Europe and the host courses for the 2023 Solheim and Ryder Cups. Omega European Masters, Switzerland: Aug 31 – Sept 3 The Omega European Masters, formerly the Swiss Open, is quite possibly the most beautiful setting for […]

Professional Golf

Sunshine Ladies Tour: Route to stardom

The Sunshine Ladies Tour is South Africa’s leading golf tour for professional and amateur women golfers, providing a route to the global stage for worldwide young talent. Created in 2014, it provides an inclusive and accessible platform for young female professionals to take their careers to the next level and gives amateur players an incredible […]

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Augusta National Women’s Amateur 2023

The Augusta National Women’s Amateur is a 54-hole tournament that gives amateur women players a glamorous pathway to the professional game. The 2023 edition is coming up. It was established in 2018 as a new and exciting opportunity for amateur players to advance their careers – as well as the chance for them to play […]

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Top 10 youngest LPGA Tour winners of all time

Lydia Ko dominates the list of youngest all-time winners on the LPGA Tour – but will anyone ever beat the incredible record set on the Ladies European Tour? In 1952, when American Marlene Hagge won twice on the LPGA Tour as an 18 years old, it would have been hard to imagine that decades later […]

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World Amateur Golf Rankings explained

The World Amateur Golf Rankings are comprised of men’s and women’s rankings for elite amateur players, administered by The R&A and USGA. Here’s our quick explainer. WAGR is a global golf service incorporating over 4,000 events with over 10,000 players. It’s a points-based system which is updated every week and covers a two-year rolling period […]

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Top 10 youngest PGA Tour winners of all time

Jordan Spieth and Tom Kim feature on the all-time youngest PGA Tour winners countdown, but not Tiger Woods – though he does feature in the post-1990 list along with Rory McIlroy. The modern PGA Tour was not formally established until 1968, but it recognizes wins from the 1900s onwards, during various iterations of U.S. professional […]