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How early should you be at the golf course before your tee time?
Are you someone who gets to the golf course with time to spare or are you always arriving late for your round? The question golfers need to ask is how early should you be at the golf course before your tee time? We've tried to find the balanced answer that could work for you.
What golf courses can offer to make visitors feel special
Golfers who have visited many courses will report a range of contrasting experiences. But what can venues offer to ensure that visitors always feel welcome and appreciated? Golfshake's Derek Clements has some ideas.
Why you have to laugh at latest LIV Golf comments
In a court hearing a lawyer acting for LIV Golf has accused the DP World Tour of interfering with the establishment of LIV 2.0. Golfshake's Derek Clements explains he thinks these comments are simply laughable.
This is how far average golfers hit the ball
Distance is frequently the main feature described when new drivers or golf balls are released. The professional level has been increasingly defined by prodigious yardages, but what about the rest of us? Shot Scope has revealed new insights into the amateur game, showing just how far average golfers hit the ball.
One of the best golf courses in Portugal has just been improved
Palmares Ocean Living & Golf was already widely viewed as one of the finest venues in Portugal, but its reputation is only set to grow further following the completion of a significant golf course improvement programme.
The best and worst golf club locker rooms
Golf club locker rooms come in all shapes and sizes, from the traditional to the modern, but the experience offered by them can also differ widely. Golfshake's Derek Clements looks at the very best and worst that locker rooms can offer.
You should leave your golf club if this happens
Being a golf club member can be a rewarding experience, but only when you're part of the right venue. Sometimes, it pays to know when it's time leave and find another golf club. Here are some things that could make golfers choose to walk away from a place.
This new golf tee sits on top of the ground rather than being pushed into it
From its earliest days to the present era, innovation has always been part of the game, but could there be a fresh invention that will soon transform golf tees? This new product, which has been approved by the R&A, sits on top of the ground rather than being pushed into it.
DP World India Championship 2026 preview, picks & analysis
Tommy Fleetwood returns to defend his India Championship title this week and will look back with great memories on how he felt 12 months ago. But he faces an impressive field that includes 2026 major winners Rory McIlroy, Aaron Rai and Ryan Fox.
The surprise American golfer who could star in the 2027 Ryder Cup
Twelve months ago none of us had heard of Michael Brennan. Now he is a three-time winner on the PGA Tour and someone that Golfshake's Derek Clements is tipping to have a major impact on the Ryder Cup in 2027.
What do golfers miss most about golf 20 years ago?
What do golfers miss most about golf 20 years ago? From cheaper green fees to faster rounds, discover the top 10 things golfers miss about the game.
Scottish golfers have the chance to play iconic courses for less this winter
Scottish Golf's Winter Tee Times ballot offers the chance to play 11 iconic Scottish courses for less this winter, with proceeds supporting junior golf. Find out how to enter.
Jon Rahm walks away - what now for LIV Golf?
Jon Rahm is leaving LIV Golf, raising serious questions about the breakaway league's future. Derek Clements examines what happens next and why Bryson DeChambeau could hold the key.
Fancy owning your own golf course? This Scottish links is for sale
Historic Scottish links course Spey Bay is on the market for £1.5 million following three years of LinksDAO ownership. Could you be its next owner?
Last minute golf break ideas for an autumn escape
Looking for one last golf trip this year? Discover last-minute autumn golf break ideas across the UK, Spain, Portugal and France with Golfbreaks.
Is this the ultimate golf watch? New Garmin Approach S72
Garmin has unveiled its new flagship Approach S72 golf smartwatch, introducing biometric data, on-wrist swing metrics, green-reading technology and a host of new features for golfers.
Pressure? These three golfers took it all in their stride
Adrian Meronk, Tom Kim and Austin Smotherman faced very different pressures but delivered when it mattered most with three memorable victories.
Why I'm worried for golf courses this winter
After a punishing summer of drought, Derek Clements explains why he fears for golf courses this winter and what golfers can do to help.
The worst sort of people you can play golf with
From cheats and slowcoaches to moaners and know-it-alls, we reveal the worst types of golfers you can find yourself sharing a round with.
Open de España 2026 preview, picks & betting tips
Open de España 2026 preview, betting tips and picks as Marco Penge, Tyrrell Hatton, Shane Lowry and Spain’s leading stars head to Madrid.
Baycurrent Classic 2026 preview, picks & betting tips
Baycurrent Classic 2026 preview, betting tips and picks as Hideki Matsuyama, Xander Schauffele, Jordan Spieth and more head to Yokohama.
The year I was reminded how much golf means to me
After a year of cancer treatment and an interrupted captaincy, one golfer reflects on his return to the course and a renewed appreciation for the game.
How this special golf course celebrated its centenary year
Kington Golf Club is the highest 18-hole course in England, it notably doesn't have any bunkers as part of its design, but that elevated position offers it some of the most incredible views you will ever behold. Golfshake Ambassador Mel Davies visited to see just what they've been doing to celebrate their centenary year in 2026.
New Srixon ZXi RKT drivers tested - which one is right for you?
Srixon has introduced its new ZXi RKT family of drivers, with three different models designed to offer golfers varying combinations of speed, launch, spin and forgiveness. Golfshake's Ryan Rastall has now tested all three drivers to discover how they perform - and, crucially, just how important it is to choose the right one for your game.
Should faster golfers always be allowed to play through?
It can be highly frustrating when you're stuck behind a group who aren't keeping up with others on the course. But should faster golfers always be allowed to play through? The debate is more nuanced than we previously thought.
Oscar Jacobson reveals new autumn winter range for golfers
The peak months of the season are gone, but that doesn't mean you can't still play golf, although you need the right apparel. That's what you get from Oscar Jacobson's AW26 Collection, which offers refined design, premium fabrics, and functional innovation - while introducing fresh colourways, including the standout Savoy Blue.
Stuburt gets you ready for winter golf with new collection
Featuring innovative performance fabrics, modern designs, and seasonal colourways inspired by atmospheric elements, Stuburt AW26 Collection has everything you need for winter golf.
Sun Mountain ClubGlider 3 golf travel cover review
New for 2026, the ClubGlider 3 is the latest version of US golf luggage specialist Sun Mountain's popular travel case. Its standout feature is the retractable leg system, which supports the weight of the loaded bag and makes light work of moving it through an airport. Golfshake's Andy Waple has reviewed it for us.
These OGIO bags will make travelling on golf trips that bit easier
OGIO, the Callaway-owned brand known for its stylish and colourful golf bags, also offers a range of distinctive suitcases and backpacks. Golfshake's Travel Editor Andy Waple has been using two from its Alpha collection, each suited to a different travelling role.
I would put these people into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2027
The World Golf Hall of Fame has just announced the list of finalists for its class of 2027, but who should be inducted? Golfshake's Kieran Clark looks at who has made that list - and picks out the person he would vote for from each section.
Which golf ball brand do amateur golfers favour?
What qualities do golfers most value from the golf balls they purchase and which brands are favoured by different levels of players? That's why we surveyed 3,000 golfers to understand more about their purchasing habits and to discover which models they chose above the rest.
Bank of Utah Championship 2026 preview, picks & analysis
Michael Brennan returns to the site of his maiden dream PGA Tour victory when he defends the Bank of Utah Championship title he won on a sponsor’s invite 12 months ago - in just his third tour start.
Alfred Dunhill Championship 2026 preview, picks & analysis
The galleries at St Andrews will be out in strength as Scotland's Robert MacIntyre returns to the Old Course to challenge for a second straight Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.
What is the point of the Presidents Cup?
Following a dramatic comeback by the USA to win the Presidents Cup yet again, Golfshake's Derek Clements asks what really is the point of the event, what value does it offer and does anyone really care about the outcome?
How Scotland's Robert MacIntyre won the Dunhill Links
12 months ago, home favourite Robert MacIntyre won the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in testing conditions to become the first Scotsman in 20 years to lift the title.
Why were the Solheim Cup TV viewing figures so bad?
There has been much handwringing in the United Stars about both the result of the Solheim Cup and the TV viewing figures. Golfshake's Derek Clements believes that the reasons are easy to understand.
The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews welcomes its first female captain
The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews welcomed its new captain, Claire Dowling, at the traditional driving-in ceremony on the 1st tee of the Old Course this morning. Making history, Claire becomes the first woman to serve as captain of this iconic club.
Could you be playing with the wrong golf shaft?
Finding the perfect clubs for your game can feel like a daunting challenge, particularly when you consider all the different golf shafts out there. World renowned club fitter Chris Trott, known to his 151,000 subscribers on YouTube as Trottie Golf, has described his approach to the process.
Srixon reveals new ZXi RKT drivers, woods and hybrids
Following the recent debut of its latest irons, Srixon has now launched its new ZXi RKT family of drivers, fairway woods and hybrids, all of which have been engineered to deliver greater ball speeds, refined acoustics, and heightened performance for golfers of every skill level.
9 in 10 golfers think modern golf clubs are too expensive
The quality of golf equipment these days is remarkable, but such engineering comes at a cost, and that is placed on the consumer. Do you think modern golf clubs are overpriced? The overwhelming majority of golfers believe that they are.
How much guest rates could save you on green fees at top UK golf courses
Guest rates have been traditionally available at a vast swathe of leading golf courses for a long time. However, they are not always publicised and, naturally, unless you know a member of the club who can sign you in, then you aren't going to get anywhere. But there is a new venture that is seeking to make this a realistic prospect for more golfers.
Presidents Cup 2026 preview & prediction
Geoff Ogilvy's Internationals face a mighty task in this week's Presidents Cup against Brandt Snedeker's USA. The Americans are widely expected to win, but just how dominant could they be? Golfshake's Derek Clements shares his prediction.
Which 12 players will be part of Europe's Ryder Cup team in 2027?
It is, of course, very early days, but it's always fun to speculate. With a year to go, Golfshake's Derek Clements has predicted the European Ryder Cup team in 2027, with a few surprising inclusions.
FedEx Open de France 2026 preview, picks & analysis
The big tournaments in Europe keep coming thick and fast and this week it is the turn of the Open de France at the magnificent Le Golf National, with yet another star-studded field.
Why Scottie Scheffler has earned the right to pick and choose where he plays
After deciding to not enter the BMW PGA at Wentworth, Scottie Scheffler has faced criticism for not playing more often outside the United States. But is that fair? Golfshake's Derek Clements believes that the world number one has earned the right to pick and choose where he plays.
