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Bunker Shots
gary player hits a bunker shot during the 2008 masters
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Gary Player reveals his secrets for elite bunker play

In his prime, Gary Player was one of the greatest bunker players in the world. Here are his secrets for success from the sand.
Putting
jack nicklaus raises his putter in celebration during the 1986 masters
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Jack Nicklaus reveals the secrets to fearless putting

If you want to become a fearless putter on the greens, heed this advice from 18-time major winner Jack Nicklaus.
Instruction
geoff ogilvy swings during the 2024 australian pga championship
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Major winner explains how to easily shave 5 strokes off your handicap

You can easily shave five strokes per round off your scorecard if you do a few simple things, says former U.S. Open champ Geoff Ogilvy.
Driving
pro golfer jack nicklaus watches his ball after hitting a drive
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Jack Nicklaus’ swing key for belting long drives down the fairway

In this edition of Timeless Tips we dig into the archives for a tip from Jack Nicklaus on the key for belting long drives off the tee.
Putting
ben crenshaw hits putt at augusta national during the 2015 masters
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Ben Crenshaw: These are my 5 ‘musts’ for great putting

You can use any style you want with a putter in your hand, but you must follow these five rules, says Ben Crenshaw.
Putting
johnny miller hits putt at augusta national
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Johnny Miller shares his secrets for making more putts

Johnny Miller is best known for his elite ball striking, but his clever putting tip will have you dialed in on the greens.
Driving
golf ball teed up with driver behind it
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20 pro-approved power tips to hit the ball farther

In this edition of Timeless Tips, 20 former pros share their simplest tips for hitting the ball farther off the tee.
Instruction
julia lopez ramirez aims before a shot

5 keys for a great pre-shot routine, according to a Top 100 Teacher

Every golfer needs a reliable pre-shot routine. Here’s how to develop your own, according to Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel.
Instruction
david woods demonstrates anti-slice drill
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Use this ‘magic move’ to get rid of your slice

Looking to cure your slice for good? Try this “magic move” from GOLF Top 100 Teacher and Tour coach David Woods.
Instruction
jason birnbaum demonstrates drill

A foolproof method to stop coming over the top on the downswing

It’s easy to get too steep during the downswing, but this drill from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jason Birnbaum will help shallow things out.
Short Game
scott munroe demonstrates wedge setup tweaks
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How to flight your wedges like a Tour pro

Want to stick it close with your wedges? You’ve got to learn how vary your trajectories and distances with each club.
Instruction
jake thurm demonstrates backswing positions
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How to find the perfect position at the top of the backswing

This drill from GOLF Teacher to Watch Jake Thurm will help you find the perfect position at the top of your backswing.
Driving
golfer in red shirt swings driver
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Peter Kostis has ‘controversial’ opinion on where power *really* comes from

Do you really need to use your lower body to generate power? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Lifetime Member Peter Kostis doesn’t think so.
Instruction
Parker McLachlin goes through a bunker demonstration during GOLF's Top 100 Teachers Summit at Cabot Citrus Farms in Brooksville, Fla., on Tuesday.

10 things I learned spending 2 days with golf’s top instructors

There’s a lot to learn at GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers Summit. Here are 10 things still fresh off the top of my head.
Wedges
close-up of tom kim's wedge

How to personalize and stamp your wedges at home

Stamping your wedges adds a bit of personality to your set of clubs. Here’s how you can easily do it at home.
Short Game
parker mclachlin hits pitch shot

The ‘master recipe’ for hitting a high spinning pitch shot

Want to hit a high and spinning pitch shot like the pros do? All you need to do is follow this advice from the Short Game Chef.
Short Game
nelly korda hits a wedge during the 2024 solheim cup

How to easily improve your distance control with your wedges

Having proper distance control is key if you want to score inside of 100 yards. Here’s how to dial in your wedges.
Instruction
david woods demonstrates anti-slice drill
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Use this ‘magic move’ to get rid of your slice

Looking to cure your slice for good? Try this “magic move” from GOLF Top 100 Teacher and Tour coach David Woods.
Instruction
jason birnbaum demonstrates drill

A foolproof method to stop coming over the top on the downswing

It’s easy to get too steep during the downswing, but this drill from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jason Birnbaum will help shallow things out.
Short Game
scott munroe demonstrates wedge setup tweaks
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How to flight your wedges like a Tour pro

Want to stick it close with your wedges? You’ve got to learn how vary your trajectories and distances with each club.
Instruction
jake thurm demonstrates backswing positions
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How to find the perfect position at the top of the backswing

This drill from GOLF Teacher to Watch Jake Thurm will help you find the perfect position at the top of your backswing.
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Approach Shots
payne stewart hits an iron shot

Payne Stewart’s best tip for hitting crisp shots with your irons

In this edition of Play Smart, Payne Stewart shares his best tip for transferring your weight to hit pure shots with your irons.
Putting
taylor wood hits putt on a green

Use this trick to get used to the speed of new greens

In this edition of Play Smart, we hear from elite mid-am Taylor Wood as he explains how he dials in his speed on unfamiliar greens.
Instruction
titleist gt 3 driver held by hands

A clever way to learn about your swing without a launch monitor

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood shows us how to analyze your swing without a launch monitor.
Putting
cameron smith reads a putt during the 2022 players championship

A clever trick to determine which way your putts break

In today’s edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Andrew Rice shares a clever trick for reading greens.
Short Game
drew stoltz hits chip shots from long and short grass

Learn how to chip from different grass types by doing this

In today’s edition of Play Smart, elite mid-amateur Drew Stoltz explains how he prepares for chipping from different types of grasses.
Driving
justin thomas hits a driver

How to use the ground to create power, explained in 60 seconds

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Mark Blackburn explains how the best players in the world use the ground to create power.
Driving
jonathan yarwood demonstrates drill

Increase your attack angle to hit longer drives. Here’s how

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood explains a great feel to increase your attack angle with the driver.
Putting
What are the important keys for lag-putting from long distances? 6-time PGA Tour winner Viktor Hovland breaks down his approach

Viktor Hovland’s 1 simple tip for lag putting

What are the important keys for lag putting from long distances? Six-time PGA Tour winner Viktor Hovland breaks down his approach.
Fitness
A top amateur golfer, Jonathan Bale, describes the most-trusted warm up routine that he uses prior to teeing off for each round

This warm-up routine will get you golf-ready before the first tee

Top amateur golfer Jonathan Bale explains the trusted warm-up routine he uses before arriving on the first tee.
Driving
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood gives his best tips to help amateurs generate more power in order to bomb their drives

Powerboost your drives by doing this, says top teacher

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood gives his best tips to help amateurs generate more power in order to bomb their drives.
Instruction
In this fun 2-ball challenge, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Brian Mogg fixes some common mistakes that many amateurs make on a par-3 holes

These simple adjustments helped me nearly ace a tricky par-3

In this fun two-ball challenge, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Brian Mogg fixes some common mistakes that many amateurs make on par-3 holes.
Short Game
There's a big debate over being steep vs. shallow in the short game. What's best for the average player? I tried to find out

As an average player, is steep or shallow better? I did a deep-dive to find out

There’s a big debate over being steep vs. shallow in the short game. What’s best for the average player? I tried to find out.
Driving
GOLF Teacher to Watch Matt Henderson shares his best tips to translate any speed-training gains from the driving range to the golf course

A go-to guide for translating speed-training gains to the golf course

GOLF Teacher to Watch Matt Henderson shares his best tips to translate any speed-training gains from the driving range to the golf course.
Instruction
A bad takeaway throws off the rest of your golf swing. But top teacher Jason Baile says a baseball glove can help you master it. Here's how

How a baseball and glove can help you master the perfect takeaway

A bad takeaway throws off the rest of your golf swing. But top teacher Jason Baile says a baseball glove can help you master it. Here’s how.
Instruction
Xander Schauffele Warming Up

Xander Schauffele taught me 10 lessons in an hour. Here they are

Want to win two majors in one season? Xander Schauffele’s 10 secrets to success seem like a good place to start.
Instruction
Shane Lowry on Warming Up with Dylan Dethier.

Here’s why Shane Lowry says the range can be a ‘dangerous place’

On the latest episode of Warming Up with Dylan Dethier, Shane Lowry explains the different mindsets for the range and the golf course.
Instruction
2019 Open Championship winner Shane Lowry chats with pro golfer Rory McIlroy on the golf course

Shane Lowry’s advice for pro-am partners is good for every golfer

2019 Open Championship winner Shane Lowry shares a bit of entertaining pro-am advice for all amateur golfers.
News
Shane Lowry

10 secrets Shane Lowry taught me in an hour on the driving range

Shane Lowry had swing thoughts, sure — but he also dished on pro-am partners, Diet Coke, his friendship with Rory McIlroy and more.
Instruction
bryson dechambeau hits his driver during LIV Nashville 2024

Bryson DeChambeau says this is the key to becoming an elite golfer

In the latest episode of Warming Up, two-time U.S. Open winner Bryson DeChambeau shared his secrets.
Instruction
Recent U.S. Open champ Bryson DeChambeau might seem calm most of the time, but he revealed what stresses him out most on the range

Bryson DeChambeau says 1 thing stresses him out on the practice range

Recent U.S. Open champ Bryson DeChambeau might seem calm most of the time, but he revealed what stresses him out most on the range.
Approach Shots
This year's U.S. Open champ, Bryson DeChambeau, explains why he'll often mishit shots on purpose in order to help himself improve

Why Bryson DeChambeau purposely mishits some shots

This year’s U.S. Open champ, Bryson DeChambeau, explains why he’ll often mishit shots on purpose in order to help himself improve.

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Warming Up with Xander Schauffele

How do you hit a hook? How insane do the winds get at Augusta? And how do you turn Florida money matches into big-time major preparation? Xander Schauffele takes on those questions and about a hundred more as he joins GOLF’s Dylan Dethier on the range to take us through his process.

This tip will help you navigate and learn new greens

Prior to the 2024 Bridges Cup, competitor Taylor Wood shows golf analyst and coach Simon Holmes how he prepares for playing a new course.

Max Greyserman breaks down his putting philosophy | Subpar

On this week’s episode of Subpar, Max Greyserman breaks down his putting philosophy.

How to hit a plugged bunker shot with Brittany Lang

Major champion Brittany Lang shows GOLF.com’s Zephyr Melton how to navigate a plugged lie in the sand on this edition of Pros Teaching Joes.

This tip will help you navigate and learn new greens

Prior to the 2024 Bridges Cup, competitor Taylor Wood shows golf analyst and coach Simon Holmes how he prepares for playing a new course.

Driving
rory mcilroy swings during the 2024 dubai desert classic

How to properly load into your trail leg and increase power

Properly loading into your trail leg is crucial if you want to generate maximum power. Here’s how to do it correctly.
Driving
golfer in red shirt swings driver
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Peter Kostis has ‘controversial’ opinion on where power *really* comes from

Do you really need to use your lower body to generate power? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Lifetime Member Peter Kostis doesn’t think so.
Driving
justin thomas hits a driver

How to use the ground to create power, explained in 60 seconds

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Mark Blackburn explains how the best players in the world use the ground to create power.
Driving
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood gives his best tips to help amateurs generate more power in order to bomb their drives

Powerboost your drives by doing this, says top teacher

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood gives his best tips to help amateurs generate more power in order to bomb their drives.
Driving
jonathan yarwood demonstrates drill

Increase your attack angle to hit longer drives. Here’s how

In this edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Jonathan Yarwood explains a great feel to increase your attack angle with the driver.
Driving
GOLF Teacher to Watch Matt Henderson shares his best tips to translate any speed-training gains from the driving range to the golf course

A go-to guide for translating speed-training gains to the golf course

GOLF Teacher to Watch Matt Henderson shares his best tips to translate any speed-training gains from the driving range to the golf course.
Driving
pro golfer jack nicklaus watches his ball after hitting a drive
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Jack Nicklaus’ swing key for belting long drives down the fairway

In this edition of Timeless Tips we dig into the archives for a tip from Jack Nicklaus on the key for belting long drives off the tee.
Approach Shots
payne stewart hits an iron shot

Payne Stewart’s best tip for hitting crisp shots with your irons

In this edition of Play Smart, Payne Stewart shares his best tip for transferring your weight to hit pure shots with your irons.
Approach Shots
Putting backspin on the golf ball is a fun skill, but it's tough. So PGA pro Will Zalatoris gives his tips on executing it to perfection

Will Zalatoris has 2 keys for generating backspin

Putting backspin on the golf ball is a fun skill, but it’s tough. So PGA pro Will Zalatoris gives his tips on executing it to perfection.
Approach Shots
brech spradley demonstrates ball-striking drill
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This drill will teach you to hit your irons better than ever before

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Brech Spradley has a simple drill that will teach you to pure your irons better than ever.
Approach Shots
Struggling with downhill lies? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Shawn Callahan shares his tips to master them and avoid blow up holes during a round

Don’t let tricky downhill lies ruin a hole, do this instead

Struggling with downhill lies? GOLF Top 100 Teacher Shawn Callahan shares his tips to master them and avoid blow up holes during a round.
Approach Shots
1-time PGA Tour winner Will Zalatoris shares how more amateurs can dial in their distances on approach shots from within 100 yards and in

How do pros tackle short wedge shots? Here’s Will Zalatoris’ method

PGA Tour winner Will Zalatoris shares how more amateurs can dial in their distances on approach shots from 100 yards and in.
Approach Shots
xander schauffele sets up his club behind a golve box on the ground

Xander Schauffele’s clever trick to square the clubface at all times

Xander Schauffele has a simple trick for double checking to make sure your clubface is always square at address.
Approach Shots
ernie els swings during the 2024 dominion energy charity classic
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Ernie Els shares 5 secrets for elite ball striking

Ernie Els has one of the sweetest swings in golf. You can build your own swing in the image of the Big Easy by copying these five moves.
Bunker Shots
gary player hits a bunker shot during the 2008 masters
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Gary Player reveals his secrets for elite bunker play

In his prime, Gary Player was one of the greatest bunker players in the world. Here are his secrets for success from the sand.
Bunker Shots
bunker shot from downslope

It might be the scariest shot in golf. Here’s how to pull it off

The short-sided bunker shot off a downhill lie is one of golf’s most treacherous shots. A former Tour winner explains how to execute it.
Bunker Shots
bryce garnett hits shot from greenside bunker
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Try this technique to generate tons of spin on your bunker shots

Looking to generate tons of spin on your shots from the sand? Try this technique from short-game guru Parker McLachlin.
Bunker Shots
GOLF Top 100 Teacher Brian Mogg shares his tips when faced with a 100-yard bunker shot, which can be difficult when between clubs
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Stuck with a tricky 100-yard bunker shot? Use these easy adjustments

GOLF Top 100 Teacher Brian Mogg shares his tips for one of golf’s most daunting challenges: 100-yard bunker shots.
Bunker Shots
2-time major champ and current LIV golfer Martin Kaymer gives some tips for hitting a chunk and run shot from a bunker

2-time major champ shares tips for hitting a ‘chunk and run’ from a bunker

2-time major champ and current LIV golfer Martin Kaymer gives some tips for hitting a chunk and run shot from a bunker.
Bunker Shots
Deep bunker shots getting you down? Try these 10 tips from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel to see more success
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Struggling with deep bunker shots? Try these 10 tips, says top teacher

Deep bunker shots getting you down? Try these 10 tips from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel to see more success.
Bunker Shots
2005 U.S. Open champion Michael Campbell shares his most important setup tips for more success when hitting from greenside bunkers

A major champ’s 4 keys for the ideal setup in greenside bunkers

2005 U.S. Open champion Michael Campbell shares his most important setup tips for more success when hitting from greenside bunkers.
Putting
taylor wood hits putt on a green

Use this trick to get used to the speed of new greens

In this edition of Play Smart, we hear from elite mid-am Taylor Wood as he explains how he dials in his speed on unfamiliar greens.
Putting
jack nicklaus raises his putter in celebration during the 1986 masters
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Jack Nicklaus reveals the secrets to fearless putting

If you want to become a fearless putter on the greens, heed this advice from 18-time major winner Jack Nicklaus.
Putting
Scottie Scheffler Claw Putting Grip

Scottie Scheffler tests out claw grip, expert explains the benefits

Scottie Scheffler tested out a claw putting grip at the Hero World Challenge. Here’s how making the switch could help your game.
Putting
cameron smith reads a putt during the 2022 players championship

A clever trick to determine which way your putts break

In today’s edition of Play Smart, GOLF Top 100 Teacher Andrew Rice shares a clever trick for reading greens.
Putting
What are the important keys for lag-putting from long distances? 6-time PGA Tour winner Viktor Hovland breaks down his approach

Viktor Hovland’s 1 simple tip for lag putting

What are the important keys for lag putting from long distances? Six-time PGA Tour winner Viktor Hovland breaks down his approach.
Putting
ben crenshaw hits putt at augusta national during the 2015 masters
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Ben Crenshaw: These are my 5 ‘musts’ for great putting

You can use any style you want with a putter in your hand, but you must follow these five rules, says Ben Crenshaw.
Putting
In order to dial in your putting and start lowering your scores, follow this practice plan from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel
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Try this 5-step plan to become a better putter

In order to dial in your putting and start lowering your scores, follow this practice plan from GOLF Top 100 Teacher Kellie Stenzel.
Rules
Golfer's hand reaching for club in bag

Rules Guy: Is it legal to add a club to your bag mid-round?

If you realize you didn’t bring a club with you mid-way through your round, is it legal to retrieve it and play on? Rules Guy has the answer.
Rules
Four images of four different pro golfers during weird rules scenarios in 2024.

11 weirdest rules scenarios we saw in 2024 (and what you can learn from them)

Pro golf was full of noteworthy, impactful and just plain bizarre rules violations in 2024. Here are 11 big ones you can learn from.
Rules
golf ball on cart path

Rules Guy: If you choose to play the ball off a cart path and hit it OB, can you take relief on your next shot?

If you decide to play the ball off a cart path and hit it OB, is it permissible to take relief on your next shot? Rules Guy has the answer.
Rules
golfer removing golf ball from hole

Rules Guy: Is it legal to tap down grass around the hole before putting?

Is it permissible to tap down wayward blades of grass around the hole before putting? Rules Guy has the answer.
Rules
Golf ball resting against pin and about to drop into hole

Rules Guy: How much of the ball needs to be in the cup to be considered holed?

If your ball is in the hole, but not resting at the bottom of the cup, is it still considered holed? Rules Guy has the answer.
Rules
OB stake

Rules Guy: Can you play a ball that goes OB, but is in-bounds on another hole?

What do you do if you hit your ball OB off the tee, but discover the ball in-bounds on a different hole? Rules Guy has the answer.
Rules
Golf ball in the sand trap. No people.

Rules Guy: Can you use a tee to test bunker depth before hitting?

Is it permissible to use a tee to probe the depth of a bunker before making a swing? Rules Guy has the answer.
Short Game
parker mclachlin hits pitch shot

The ‘master recipe’ for hitting a high spinning pitch shot

Want to hit a high and spinning pitch shot like the pros do? All you need to do is follow this advice from the Short Game Chef.
Short Game
nelly korda hits a wedge during the 2024 solheim cup

How to easily improve your distance control with your wedges

Having proper distance control is key if you want to score inside of 100 yards. Here’s how to dial in your wedges.
Short Game
scott munroe demonstrates wedge setup tweaks
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How to flight your wedges like a Tour pro

Want to stick it close with your wedges? You’ve got to learn how vary your trajectories and distances with each club.
Short Game
Parker McLachlin, aka Short Game Chef, says it's important to sweep and not be steep in order to hit consistent wedge shots. Here's why

This 1 swing thought will help you add spin to your pitch shots

If you are looking to add spin to your shots around the greens, remember this simpgl swing thought from the Short Game Chef.
Short Game
drew stoltz hits chip shots from long and short grass

Learn how to chip from different grass types by doing this

In today’s edition of Play Smart, elite mid-amateur Drew Stoltz explains how he prepares for chipping from different types of grasses.
Short Game
justin thomas chips off the green
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Help! How do I fix the chipping yips?

It happens to the best of us, but the yips are curable. The best advice is ditch whatever you’re doing now and revisit your chip basics.
Short Game
There's a big debate over being steep vs. shallow in the short game. What's best for the average player? I tried to find out

As an average player, is steep or shallow better? I did a deep-dive to find out

There’s a big debate over being steep vs. shallow in the short game. What’s best for the average player? I tried to find out.

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