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Golf History + Facts

Explore the rich history and fascinating facts of golf. From the origins of the game in Scotland to iconic moments in major championship history, legendary courses, player profiles, and the evolution of equipment and rules.

Estrella Damm Catalunya Championship 2026 Preview: El Prat, Ballesteros, And The Road To Camiral

May 5, 2026 by George Edgell

The DP World Tour’s 2026 European Swing opens May 7 at Real Club de Golf El Prat with a Ballesteros tribute, the official launch of the Road to Ryder Cup 2031, and a field built around Europe’s next generation. Here’s what to watch.

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Federal Judge Lets East Potomac Closure Stand — But Tells Trump Officials Not To Cut Trees Without Notice

May 5, 2026 by Ben Gibbons

A federal judge declined Monday to halt closure of East Potomac Golf Links — but ordered the Trump administration not to cut trees without notice. What it means for one of America’s most-played municipal courses.

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How Golf Ball Construction Affects Performance: Layers, Materials, and Trade-offs

May 5, 2026 by Clint McCormick

A complete educational guide to golf ball construction — the layers, the cover materials, the dimples, and how each design choice translates to performance.

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Bandon Dunes Trip Planning: Courses, Cost, Timing, and What to Bring

May 5, 2026 by Ben Gibbons

A complete planning guide to a Bandon Dunes golf trip — every course ranked, the right number of days, when to go, what to bring, and what it costs.

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How Launch Monitors Measure Your Swing: The Tech, the Numbers, and What They Mean

May 5, 2026 by Matt Callcott-Stevens

A complete educational guide to launch monitor technology — radar vs camera, the dozen numbers they produce, and what each metric actually tells you.

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TGL Explained: How the Tomorrow’s Golf League Format, Teams, and Tech Work

May 5, 2026 by George Edgell

Tomorrow’s Golf League is golf’s most ambitious modern reinvention. A complete guide to TGL: format, teams, technology, and where to watch.

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TGL Adds Motor City Golf Club: Detroit Becomes Indoor Golf League’s First Expansion Team

May 2, 2026 by Britt Olizarowicz

TGL’s first expansion franchise, Motor City Golf Club, unveiled its logo and ownership group on May 1, 2026, ahead of a 2027 debut in Detroit.

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2026 NCAA D1 Men’s Golf Regionals: Selection Show Preview, Sites, And Top Teams

May 2, 2026 by George Edgell

The 2026 NCAA D1 Men’s Golf selection show airs Wednesday, May 6 on Golf Channel. Inside the six regional sites, top 10 teams, and what it takes to reach La Costa.

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2026 Insperity Invitational Preview: Cink Defends With 18 Major Winners In The Woodlands Field

May 2, 2026 by Jack Devoy

Stewart Cink defends his title at the 2026 Insperity Invitational, May 4-10 at The Woodlands. Inside the 18-major-winner field, course strategy, and TV info.

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LIV Golf Korea 2026 Returns To Busan: Asiad CC And A Korean Team Reset

May 2, 2026 by Ben Gibbons

LIV Golf has confirmed a return to Korea in 2026 — May 28-31 at Asiad Country Club in Busan. Inside the multi-year deal, the Iron Heads-to-Korean Golf Club rebrand, and what fans can expect.

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