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Golfer hits first hole-in-one aged 82

Friday, 30 March 2012 09:45 AM
Golf is a sport that can be enjoyed by anyone - and this has been proved by a player who hit their first hole-in-one at the ripe old age of 82.Female enthusiast Pat Cooke achieved this remarkable feat while taking part in a tournament at the Golf Club of Jupiter in Tequesta, Florida, earlier this week March 28th.Lining up her tee-shot at the 130-yard sixth hole at the course, Ms Cooke could not have hoped to strike the ball any better but admitted she was only expecting a birdie.It was a nice tee shot ... It was beautiful and it dropped right by the pin, she told WPBF-TV.But it came as quite a shock when she made her way to the green to see her ball had found its way to the hole.There was no ball to be found. It was in the hole. That was really special, unexpected, she added. .. Full Story

TaylorMade RBZ Speed Tour TP Fairway Wood 'is ultimate launching pad'

Thursday, 29 March 2012 03:55 PM
Many amateur and professional golfers find they have no trouble at all hitting the ball off the tee, but seem to struggle when it comes to those tricky shots on the fairway. To make matters worse, the vast array of clubs on offer can make selecting the equipment that is best suited to their needs a more difficult feat than mastering the game itself. Luckily, the TaylorMade RBZ Speed Tour TP Fairway Wood 2012 could be just the ticket for creating the ultimate launching pad for those particularly difficult strokes on the fairway. Using advanced technology, the club is engineered to dramatically increase ball speed and distance, while providing perfect alignment and launch with its larger head. In addition, the thick-thin crown design creates a higher shot for a longer distance and a specially-designed pocket in the sole boosts speed dramatically for a finer shot. PGA Tour professional Dustin Johnson said I absolutely smash this three-wood. The RocketBallz fairway is ridiculously long. .. Full Story

TaylorMade RBZ Speed Tour TP Rescue Wood is 'unbelievable'

Thursday, 29 March 2012 11:07 AM
When it comes to getting the ball out of the rough, players of all abilities can struggle to gain just enough power and accuracy to carry out this difficult task with ease. Luckily, the TaylorMade RBZ Speed Tour TP Rescue Wood is designed to help golfers do just that by using advanced technology to help produce a longer and higher stroke. A speed pocket located in the middle of the club dramatically boosts ball speed for a greater distance, while a thick-thin crown design promotes higher launch. On top of this, the white crown and black face makes alignment easier for the less experienced players, while also eliminating glare on top for those lucky enough to live in warmer climes. PGA Tour professional Sean OHair said To have that kind of distance from a rescue wood that I can hit from anywhere is fantastic. And I can still work the ball as I need to. News brought to you by Golf Online, your online shop for golf equipment including golf clubs, golf clothing and golf balls .. Full Story

Tom Lewis 'confident' ahead of Sicilian Open

Thursday, 29 March 2012 10:48 AM
Tom Lewis is gearing up for the start of the Sicilian Open today March 29th and has revealed he is confident he will be able to show off his skills at the event. The 21-year-old Englishman - who turned professional just last year - told the European Tour website he believes the layout of the course at the Verdura Golf Spa Resort could work to his advantage. After winning the Portugal Masters during only his third outing, Lewis compared the club to this weeks venue on the island of Sicily, as the former suited his game very well. This year is all about learning what works for me, whether that be playing two weeks and then taking a week off, or what have you, he commented. The Sicilian Masters will be Lewiss fifth appearance on the 2012 European Tour, where he will compete against some of the sports biggest names for the 1 million 836,200 prize. News brought to you by Golf Online, your online shop for golf equipment including golf clubs, golf clothing and golf balls .. Full Story

Luke Donald 'preparing for the Masters'

Thursday, 29 March 2012 10:01 AM
World number one Luke Donald is set to return to Augusta National for the Masters Tournament next week April 5th, where he hopes to build on his impressive record. The talented Englishman, who turned professional in 2001 - will be aiming for the top of the leader board after coming just four shots behind last years winner Charl Schwartzel. He has managed to enjoy three top-ten finishes at the first Major of the season in seven appearances, with his finest display seeing him come in shared third place during his 2005 debut. Speaking to the European Tour website, Donald said he has a lot in common with current titleholder Schwartzel, as they are both individuals who simply like to go about their business quietly. What he did last year was pretty amazing - I dont think anyones ever birdied the last four holes to win the Masters, he explained.News brought to you by Golf Online, your online shop for golf equipment including golf clubs, golf clothing and golf balls .. Full Story

Charley Hull selected for Curtis Cup team

Wednesday, 28 March 2012 11:13 AM
Promising young golfer Charley Hull has been selected for the Curtis Cup in June after initially being banned from taking part by the Ladies Golf Union LGU earlier this month. The 16-year-old was excluded from the squad when she made the decision to miss out on last weeks trial in Nairn, Scotland, following her receipt of an invitation to play at the Nabisco Championship, reports BBC Sport. But now, the LGU selection panel has said there is was need for Hull - who is currently seventh in the amateur world rankings - to attend the trial. The teenager is one of only five non-professional players who have been invited to play in California following her win at the Harder Hall Invitational on Floridas Orange Blossom Tour. Great Britain Ireland have lost the last seven Curtis Cup tournaments and aiming their first triumph since 1996 when they travel to the Nairn Golf Club in Scotland on June 8th. .. Full Story