80 Stories Of Struggle And Resilience
Lachlan Wood thought he might never walk again. Kipp Popert (pictured) spent much of his childhood wondering if he’d ever be able to put...
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Alistair Tait
- Feb 8, 2022
Good Things Come To Those Who...
The traditional ending to the headline is obviously “wait,” but the words work hard, persevere and keep believing apply too. That’s...
Alistair Tait
- Jan 26, 2022
It’s Still Called Golf If There’s A Flag
I had to query a couple of youngish golfers last week as I made my way to the first tee on the Duke’s Course at Woburn Golf Club, my home...
Alistair Tait
- Dec 6, 2021
The Joy of Winter Golf
“Dreich” is the best way of describing the weather outside my office window as I type these words. If there’s a better word to describe...
Alistair Tait
- Nov 27, 2021
What Is The Point?
A close friend is famous within the swindle group we belong to for uttering the headline phrase during frustrating rounds of golf. Often...
Alistair Tait
- Nov 6, 2021
The Search For The Perfect Golf Shot
What are the odds on making a hole in one? Why do so many golfers go their entire lives without making the perfect shot despite playing...
Alistair Tait
- Oct 17, 2021
Fitzpatrick Forecast Was So Wrong
Matt Fitzpatrick gave me one of the shortest work days of my golf writing career when he won the 2012 Boys Amateur Championship 10&8 over...
Alistair Tait
- Oct 16, 2021
A Wee Golf Howff In My Name
Not saying I’m anywhere near handing in my final scorecard, but I’m thinking of leaving a wee legacy to fellow Woburn Golf Club members...
Alistair Tait
- Sep 19, 2021
Broberg Ends Six Years of Hell
Six years ago, a friend and I were walking around Woburn Golf Club’s Marquess course during the 2015 British Masters Matt Fitzpatrick...
Alistair Tait
- Jul 31, 2021
Maybe We Need A Tour Caddie
We’ll spend a fortune on endless lessons, golf schools, top of the range clubs, swing gadgets, books, maybe sports psychologists, even...
Alistair Tait
- Jul 24, 2021
"And They're All Good Golfers"
Ian Poulter made the game of golf look ridiculously easy yesterday over the Marquess Course at Woburn Golf Club. Nine birdies in 12 holes...
Alistair Tait
- Jul 23, 2021
Sage Words From Super Senior Langer
The old boys playing in this week’s Senior Open Championship on Sunningdale’s Old Course can’t believe their luck. They’re playing on one...
Alistair Tait
- May 28, 2021
Golf can soothe the soul
It’s official: golf can have a positive impact on your well being. That’s the takeaway from the R&A’s Post Covid Opportunity Research as...
Alistair Tait
- Apr 18, 2021
Welcome back Lydia Ko
Lydia Ko is a popular figure at Woburn Golf Club. I suspect she’s a popular figure at many golf clubs that have hosted women’s...
Alistair Tait
- Apr 2, 2021
More love for English Roses
Take a bow Justin and Kate Rose. You are a credit to this royal & ancient game. The image of tour professionals is often one of greed and...
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