Upswing 2021

Hitting new Heights Words Matt Cooper

The Himalayan Golf Course is considered by many to be one of the 10 most unique golf courses in the world. The course includes some of the most visually dynamic holes known to golf.

Nepal is known across the world as a trekking destination, less so as a golfing country. When Matt Cooper ventured to the roof of the world, he didn’t encounter Tiger, but he did come close to a leopard.

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Simon says Back in the swing of it

4min

pages 62-64

A game of integrity For Membership Director Sam Oliver, golf is more than a sport as it continues to teach valuable life lessons

4min

pages 56-57

It’s in your blood A crash course in Japan’s blood type theory and what it has to do with golf

5min

pages 58-61

Easy riders Since we live in a socially-distanced world, a new trend for single-rider machines on golf courses has emerged

9min

pages 53-55

Rebel with a cause Struggling as a player, thriving as a coach. Denis Pugh – the most low-profile, high-profile swing coach in golf

8min

pages 14-19

When the perfect shot ends up in a divot Mind games – how to deal with difficulties and focus on the things you can influence

5min

pages 46-47

Hitting new Heights Matt Cooper travelled to the Himalayas to experience “The Most Amazing Golf Course on Earth

10min

pages 48-52

A future star in a dream car We take up-and-coming golf talent Thalia Kirby for a spin in the Ferrari Roma

8min

pages 34-37

Royal North Devon, the St Andrews of the South Ben Sargent visits Westward Ho!, England’s oldest golf course

8min

pages 26-29

Lockdown golf Oliver Wilson, Jonathan Joseph and Jordan Smith about some golf-friendly home improvements

8min

pages 20-25

The Mastermind and the Performer Trevino and Langer’s most memorable moments in golf, their famous victories and valiant misses

13min

pages 8-13

The green shoots of innovation Fashion and sportswear brands are moving to more sustainable and earth-friendly products

7min

pages 30-33

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