Michael Lord

Get Christmas sorted

The benefits of a GPS device to a golfer are huge, which is why their popularity has gone through the roof in recent years.

We have partnered with Garmin to offer you three GPS products that are discounted by up to £100, so you can make a great saving whilst treating a loved one this Christmas!

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Tour news

Rahm doubles up in Dubai

After seven holes on Sunday, Jon Rahm held a six-shot lead over Tommy Fleetwood and was cruising not just to the DP World Tour Championship title but also to sealing the deal in this year’s Race to Dubai.

Rahm was one of the five contenders for the European Tour’s top season-long prize and was locked with fellow title hopeful and clubhouse leader Tommy Fleetwood on 18-under-par as he stood on the eighteenth.

A dramatic playoff looked the likely outcome unless the Spaniard could produce something magical on the last and he did just that.

After finding a bunker with his second, Rahm produced a sublime shot out of the sand to land four feet from the hole. He duly went on to roll home for birdie and claim both the DP World Tour Championship and coveted Race to Dubai title all in one swoop.

The personal touch

Christmas is fast approaching and that means the usual last gasp shopping spree is close to commencing for many of us. So, why not get ahead of the curve this year with the perfect gift for your nearest and dearest – a dozen personalised golf balls from your favourite brand!

From just £22.99 a dozen!

Write a nickname, cheeky jibe or a personal joke on your golf balls for a truly memorable present this Christmas. Or, take advantage of this fantastic offer for yourself by topping up your ball pocket after a long 2019 of golfing ups and down!

Whatever you fancy, you can create your own little piece of golf ball originality by clicking on the button below and ordering on our website. We’ll then get in touch when your balls arrive and payment will be taken upon collection. It’s as easy as that!

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Trim the fat

In winter, the softer ground makes it far easier to fat a high lofted chip shot where your ball comes to rest about two feet in front of your toes – not ideal. But there is another way, with the bump and run shot being a great alternative if you’re in the enviable position of having a clear run to the green.

The bump and run

The key to playing a bump and run is to set up with a narrow stance and your weight slightly favouring your front foot.

During the stroke – a bit like a putt – keep your weight stable and don't hinge your wrists to ensure solid contact with the ball.

We recommend playing this shot with an 8 or 7-iron, which means you need to land the ball 25% of the way to the hole so it runs out the remainder.

Just remember to allow for the contours of the green as your ball will behave like a putt for the second part of its journey.

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Spotlight | FootJoy UltraFIT Boa shoes

It's December next week and that not only means we can start tucking into our advent calendars each morning, but a waterproof golf shoe is going to be key over the coming months.

One that we can't recommend highly enough is FootJoy's UltraFIT Boa, which ticks all the boxes: black (or white) colourway, waterproof leather upper and a cleated outsole.

They're available at a brilliant price point too, so why not come down and a try a pair on before your next round?

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ProQuip Pro-Flex EVO 2 Quilted Windproofs

Video of the Week

You've pushed your tee shot right and your line to the green is blocked out by trees in front of you. The perfect shot here is a low cut beneath the overhanging branches and around the trees to the front edge of the green, but how on earth do you go about it? Well, watch this video to find out…

Hope you enjoyed the newsletter and let us know if you need any help.

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