Past Issues
Izki Golf & El Asador: Spain's Hidden Golf & Ribeye Gem
This newsletter reveals Izki Golf, a hidden 18-hole course designed by Seve in Spain's pristine Izki Natural Park. It also highlights 'El Asador Argentino del Golf' near the ninth hole, where golfers can savor an authentic Argentinian feast of ribeye, roast lamb, and more.
The Miracle of Maurice Flitcroft: From TV to The Open
Explore the extraordinary true story of Maurice Flitcroft, who transformed from a golf novice into a competitor at The Open Championship. His journey highlights the power of passion and defying expectations, making him a working-class hero in the world of golf.
Choosing Your Golf Ball: Why It Matters More Than Clubs
Choosing the right golf ball is crucial for improving your game, often more so than selecting clubs, yet it's frequently overlooked. This guide explains how to pick the best golf ball based on your skill level, balancing factors like price, forgiveness, spin, and feel to enhance your performance on the course.
Golf Banned in Scotland? The Unstoppable Love for the Game
Despite official bans by the Scottish Parliament and the Church in the 15th century, golf proved an unstoppable passion for the common people and even the kings. This historical account reveals humanity's natural inclination towards play over conflict, with golf serving as an enduring symbol of this deep-seated desire.
3 Crazy Ways to Play Golf: String Game, Cross-Country & More
This newsletter introduces three uniquely challenging and entertaining golf variations, including the String Game, Cross-Country Golf, and the One Club Challenge. It highlights how these formats offer a fresh and fun perspective on the traditional game, encouraging golfers to explore new ways to play.
Golf by Public Transport: No Car, No Excuses
This newsletter debunks the myth that golf is exclusively for the wealthy with cars, showcasing numerous golf courses worldwide that are easily reachable by public transportation. It encourages golfers to shed their excuses and embrace the accessibility of the sport, proving that a car isn't a prerequisite for hitting the links.
Golf Rules Made Easy: Meet LAZAR, Your Pocket Rules Official
This email introduces LAZAR, a new app designed to instantly clarify golf rules on the course by simply taking a photo. It offers golfers peace of mind, eliminating uncertainty and potential shot penalties.
Get Your Exclusive 50% LAZAR Discount - Beta Launch
LAZAR has officially launched after its beta phase, and you can get a 50% discount using the code BETA50. Your feedback on the new launch is highly appreciated to help improve the product.
The Factory Guy Who Won PGA with Two Gloves: Tommy Gainey Story
This newsletter tells the inspiring story of Tommy "Two Gloves" Gainey, a former factory worker who won a PGA Tour event by embracing his unique two-glove approach. It highlights how his unconventional style and perseverance led to an unexpected victory, challenging traditional golf norms.
Women's Golf Shines: Andrea Revuelta's Augusta Triumph
This newsletter celebrates the exceptional talent in women's golf, highlighting Andrea Revuelta's impressive three consecutive birdies at Augusta National's Amen Corner. It also congratulates María José Marín for winning the Augusta National Women’s Amateur, showcasing superior play.
Amen Corner at Augusta National: History & Arnold Palmer's Story
This newsletter explores the origins and significance of Amen Corner at Augusta National, highlighting its challenging golf features and the dramatic Arnold Palmer moment that led to its iconic name. It recounts how Sports Illustrated journalist Herbert Warren Wind coined the term, inspired by both the golf drama and a jazz song.
Golf's "Fore!": Origin, Rules & Why We Shout It
This Golfletter delves into the fascinating history and etiquette behind the iconic golf shout 'Fore!', revealing its origin from 19th-century 'forecaddies' and its role in player safety. Discover how this unwritten rule ensures courtesy on the course, even influencing professional play despite not being a formal regulation.
5 Golf Tips from Legends to Improve Your Game Tomorrow
This newsletter distills five practical golf tips from legendary players like Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus to help golfers improve their game immediately. Readers will learn actionable insights on pre-round preparation, grip pressure, swing adjustments, mental focus, and putting techniques.
Golf Ball Rollback: R&A & USGA's New Distance Rules
The R&A and USGA are implementing a controversial golf ball rollback to address increasing distances, changing testing standards for conforming balls. This decision has sparked debate among pros, amateurs, and manufacturers regarding distance loss and fair play.
LAZAR Golf Assistant: Beta Success & Future Plans
LAZAR, the golf rules and on-course strategy assistant, has successfully validated its concept with a Meta ad campaign and 20 sign-ups. The project is advancing based on user feedback, with a beta phase running until mid-April, offering newsletter readers a 50% discount on the upcoming full version.
Bob Parsons: The Entrepreneur Behind GoDaddy & PXG Golf
This newsletter highlights the remarkable entrepreneurial journey of Bob Parsons, detailing his success from founding GoDaddy to creating the premium PXG golf clubs. It showcases his unconventional strategies and unwavering persistence in turning personal dissatisfaction into groundbreaking innovation.
Arizona State Golf: Secret to Rahm, Mickelson Success
Arizona State University's golf program focuses on training players to compete like professionals, not just to play. This unique approach, combined with fostering individual competitive personalities, has produced golf stars like Jon Rahm and Phil Mickelson.
Seve's Fury: The 1991 Ryder Cup One-Ball Rule Controversy
At the 1991 Ryder Cup, Seve Ballesteros and José María Olazábal faced a 'One-Ball Rule' controversy against Azinger and Beck, fueling Seve's resolve to win. This incident highlighted the importance of local rules, inspiring a new feature for the LAZAR golf app and a call for beta feedback.
Lazar Ads Go Live: Embracing Mistakes, Learning & Golf
The author courageously launched ads for 'Lazar' to validate their idea, prioritizing personal learning and embracing mistakes over expert conformity. This experience underscores the profound value of direct action, leveraging AI for skill acquisition, and the joy of a journey built on self-discovery, like golf.
Lazar Golf Assistant: Updates, Features, & Project Costs
Lazar, the AI golf rules and strategy assistant, has received significant updates for improved reliability, accurate rule interpretation from official books, and better on-course readability. The developer is transparently sharing the project's current costs and inviting golfers to try the enhanced app.
Lazar: Golf Rules & Strategy App – Demand Validation
Lazar is a new web app designed to help golfers instantly understand rules and strategy by analyzing a picture of their situation on the course. The creator is currently validating market demand for Lazar before investing further development time.
Introducing LAZAR: Your New AI Golf Course Assistant App
The author unveils LAZAR, a new AI-powered golf course assistant app designed to provide instant, precise recommendations. Early beta access is now available for testers who email the author for a code.
Unlock Your Golf Game: New App for Rules, Strategy, Etiquette
This newsletter announces a new app currently in development, designed to assist amateur golfers with on-course decisions. Users can snap a photo of their lie to receive instant feedback on golf rules, strategy, and etiquette, eliminating confusion and enhancing play.
Bernard Darwin: Golf, War, and Finding Meaning on the Fairway
This newsletter introduces Bernard Darwin, a prominent golf writer who documented the sport's resilience during the World Wars. It explores how golf provided meaning, solace, and a connection to humanity for soldiers and observers amidst the chaos and despair of wartime.
No Fear Golf: Master Your Swing with Commitment
Golf legends advocate eliminating fear and fully committing to every shot, asserting that a committed swing, even if imperfect, yields better results than one plagued by doubt. This approach extends beyond physical mechanics, emphasizing the need to train decision-making, strategy, and golf psychology for a truly improved game.
Tomorrow Golf League (TGL): Real Golf or Just a Simulation?
The Tomorrow Golf League (TGL) introduces a high-tech indoor golf experience featuring top players, combining simulators with artificial greens. However, the author questions if this innovative format truly captures the essence and social experience of traditional golf.
Beware of Christmas: Scottie Scheffler's Holiday Mishap
World No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler experienced an unexpected Christmas disaster when a homemade ravioli attempt with a wine glass led to a severe hand injury. This cautionary tale humorously reminds golfers to be careful during holiday cooking and to pack all necessary tools.
Ben Hogan's Green Reading Secret: Trust Your Feet, Not Eyes
Human eyes are inherently poor at accurately measuring golf green slopes, causing golfers to misread putts. Legendary golfer Ben Hogan mastered putting by relying on the feel of the ground through his feet instead of visual cues.
Miguel Ángel Jiménez: Golf, Rioja, Cohiba & Srixon Z-Star
This newsletter celebrates the authentic and passionate golf legend Miguel Ángel Jiménez, affectionately known as 'El Maestro.' It delves into his unique philosophy on life and golf, embracing enjoyment with elements like Rioja, Cohiba, and the Srixon Z-Star.
Visualize for Golf Success: Lessons from Fleetwood & Seve
This Golfletter explores the power of visualization through inspiring stories of professional golfers Tommy Fleetwood and Seve Ballesteros. It emphasizes how mental imagery can significantly impact performance on the golf course and in everyday life.
How to Forget Golf Rules: Use AI to Master the Course
Stop struggling to memorize complex golf rules; a custom AI-powered GPT is introduced to provide instant, on-demand answers for any on-course situation. This innovative tool, trained on official rules and scenarios, helps you play correctly and you're invited to help refine it further.
Katsuhiro Miura: The Hands of God, Master Golf Club Forger
Uncover the legend of Katsuhiro Miura, 'The Hands of God,' a Japanese master forger who created the world's finest golf club heads using a unique 14-step process. His unparalleled craftsmanship and legacy continue today through his sons, making Miura irons highly sought after by golf enthusiasts.
Shane Lowry's Inspiring Golf Journey: HCP 36 to Ryder Cup Hero
This newsletter chronicles Shane Lowry's inspiring golf journey from a beginner with a 36 handicap to an Irish Open champion and Ryder Cup hero. It underscores how relentless dedication and a true passion for the sport can transform an individual into a legend, achieving greatness through hard work.
The Ryder Cup: Where Europe's True Unity Shines in Golf
This newsletter explores how the Ryder Cup, specifically the 2018 event in Paris, fosters a profound sense of European unity and identity for fans. It details a personal experience where the author found more 'Europe' on a golf course than in political discussions.
Ryder Cup 2025: Team Europe's VR Insult Training Revealed
Team Europe is using VR technology to train for the intense, hostile crowd at the 2025 Ryder Cup, practicing with simulated insults and boos. This innovative mental preparation aims to equip players like Rory and Rahm to handle pressure and maintain focus during the event.
Dean Snell: The Man Behind ProV1 & Golf Ball Innovation
Dean Snell, initially kicked off a golf course, remarkably went on to invent the legendary Titleist ProV1. His career revolutionized golf ball design, leading innovations at TaylorMade and his own Snell Golf brand.
PING Eye 2s: The Best-Selling & Most Iconic Golf Irons
This newsletter recounts the touching story of a boss receiving a brand-new set of iconic PING Eye 2 irons, fulfilling a lifelong dream. It delves into the historical significance of these best-selling clubs, celebrating their legendary status as both a collectible and a golfing jewel.
Spanish Women's Golf Dominance: A Summer to Remember
This newsletter highlights the extraordinary success of Spanish women's golf in July, celebrating individual and team victories that dominated European championships. It emphasizes the beauty and bright future of women's golf, asserting their rightful place in the spotlight.
Bryson DeChambeau & Valderrama's Cinderella Golf Story
This newsletter explores Bryson DeChambeau's viral YouTube video, where he challenges five average golfers at Valderrama, demonstrating the immense audience pull of the classic Cinderella story in golf. It delves into how viewers connect with the underdogs, making the dramatic nine-hole scramble an engaging and highly watchable event.
Justin Rose's Golf Swing Trick: Improve Balance & Rotation
This newsletter shares a powerful golf swing drill, the 'feet almost together' technique, which helps correct swaying and enhances balance and rotation. Inspired by Justin Rose and Sean Foley, this simple advice can significantly improve your rhythm and hand-body connection for better shots.
Forget Golf Rules: Avoid Penalties with Your Pocket Ref
This Golfletter highlights how difficult golf rules are, showcasing pro examples where misunderstandings led to severe penalties. Learn about a new GPT assistant and a forthcoming web app designed to provide instant rules guidance, ensuring you avoid costly mistakes and improve your game.
Breaking Golf Barriers: Practice Anywhere, Even on a Rooftop
This newsletter argues that golf is rapidly going mainstream by overcoming traditional access barriers through creative practice methods and modern technology. It highlights inspiring examples of players using unconventional training spots and points to new resources like urban rooftop courses, school programs, simulators, and launch monitors that make golf accessible to all.
Ryder Cup 2031: PGA Catalunya Ready for Golf's Biggest Event
The 2031 Ryder Cup is officially coming to PGA Catalunya, sparking immense excitement to make it an unforgettable, landmark event. This newsletter expresses the author's personal connection and commitment to ensuring its flawless execution, even touching on logistical humor.
Heaven for Golfers: The Real Club Valderrama Experience
This newsletter portrays Real Club Valderrama as the ultimate golfing heaven, complete with perfect conditions and encounters with legendary players. It extends a warm invitation to experience this idyllic course, encouraging readers to bring friends for an unforgettable time.