IN THE MAY 2009 ISSUE COVER STORY BURY YOUR BUNKER DEMONS The bunker’s entire purpose is to strike fear in the golfer. But with sound fundamentals, bunker shots won’t be so intimidating. Golf Australia teaching editor Sean Somers shows you how to slay those monsters in the sand. FEATURES PLAYER PROFILE STENSON STRIKES BACK There are few more gifted golfers in the world than Henrik Stenson, who may be the man to end Sweden’s major drought. But as John Huggan writes, this merry prankster came perilously close to being driven out of the game. INTERVIEW: GOLF AUSTRALIA CHIEF STEPHEN PITT STRAIGHT SHOOTER Six months into his tenure, Stephen Pitt realises he has one of Australian golf’s toughest jobs. He talks to Jeff Centenera about how to grow the game, the future of the national championships and when we’ll see Tiger Woods at the Australian Open. FEATURES MERITON SYDNEY INVITATIONAL REVIEW THREE’S COMPANY A trio of pros shared victory at the nation’s biggest four-day pro-am, and Golf Australia had a close-up look, writes Jeff Centenera. A STAR IS RE-BORN One of the country’s best-known layouts, The Lakes in Sydney, has undergone more than a mere facelift. The course architect behind the redesign, Mike Clayton, shares his exclusive insights. SRIXON AUSTRALIAN AMATEUR: WORTH WAITING FOR Patience is a paticular virtue in golf, and NSW’s Scott Arnold and Justine Lee saw it pay off at Royal Queensland, says Jeff Centenera. 2009 US MASTERS REVIEW April in Georgia, which means it’s time once again for major championship golf. Brendan James examines all the drama from the 73rd contest for the Green Jacket at Augusta National. RANGE FINDERS There’s more to the range than a mat and a bucket of balls. Practice facilities now incorporate the best in equipment, technology, teaching and, in at least one case, a pub. In this Golf Australia special, we take a look at the 20 best driving ranges around the country. TRAVEL & COURSES COURSE REVIEW: YARRAWONGA & BORDER Major improvements are in the pipeline for one of the Murray River’s iconic golfing destinations, writes Brendan James. CENTREFOLD: COUNTY LOUTH, IRELAND This fine links, known to locals as Baltray, will once again host the Irish Open, where the field will be tempted by the short par-4 14th. GOLFING GETAWAYS This month, a vintage time on the links of Barnbougle Dunes, journeys across the hemisphere and the Sapphire Coast’s finest. CLUB TESTS KING COBRA S9-1 DRIVER Our testers swing away with a driver built for your ball speed. NIKE VICTORY RED IRONS They’re not exactly Tiger’s blades, but these cavity models share a sleek look. INSTRUCTION SWING SEQUENCE HOW SERGIO MAKES HIS SWING WORK Despite some unusual moves, Sergio Garcia is one of the best ball-strikers in golf. The Swing Doctor, Golf Australia’s resident therapist, looks at his two-plane swing. COACH’S CORNER KNOW WHAT THE CLUBHEAD IS DOING Few club golfers are really aware of the position of the clubhead throughout the swing, says Golf Australia teaching editor Gary Edwin. Here he reveals where the clubhead should be and how you can improve your swing single-handedly. MIND GAMES FAST-TRACKING SWING IMPROVEMENTS Getting better technically depends a lot on your attitude toward learning. Golf Australia contributor Steven Latham explains how best to think about your practice. TIP FROM THE TOUR MAKE A BELLYFUL OF PUTTS The belly putter, or something like it, can help a lot in ingraining the proper mechanics of a reliable putting stroke, says Golf Australia touring professional Anthony Summers. FIT FOR GOLF STAYING IN THE GAME The stresses of the golf swing can cause ailments on the course and beyond. Golf Australia contributing physiologist Trent Malcolm looks at the common injury problems associated with your back, shoulders, elbows, hands and wrists. REGULARS TEEING OFF: BRENDAN JAMES  TOP SHOTS: IMAGES FROM THE WORLD OF GOLF AROUND THE TRAPS LETTERS TO THE EDITOR RULES FORUM: ANDREW LANGFORD-JONES WINNER’S CIRCLE: RETIEF GOOSEN GOLFOPOLY: GOLF BUSINESS WITH JEFF CENTENERA WANDERING GOLFER: TED LAZARUS SUBSCRIPTION: SUBSCRIBE TO THE EAGLE CLUB AND YOU COULD WIN A YES! MADISON PUTTER PRO SHOP: LATEST GOLF GEAR RESULTS AND RANKINGS COMING UP IN WORLD GOLF