We celebrate the first calendar month in nearly 50 years to contain two majors by previewing both The Open and US PGA Championships, with insights from Adam Scott and defending PGA champion Jason Day.
MAJOR CHAMPIONSHIPS SPECIAL
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Adam Scott writes exclusively about his drive to win The Open Championship after close calls at each of the past four Championships.
A TIMELESS TEST
Little has changed on the Royal Troon links since its creation in 1878, but the venue for the 145th Open remains one of the sternest challenges in championship golf, writes Brendan James
THE SATURDAY SLAM
On the 30th anniversary of his incredible 1986, Greg Norman writes about his memories of the year he led all four majors into the final round.
WINNING DAYS
Winning the 2015 PGA Championship took Jason Day’s career to new heights and he will return to defend his title with one thing in mind. Winning again. Ben Everill reports.
THE AUSSIE ASSAULT
With two major championship being played this month, Steve Keipert looks at the Aussies who will be teeing up and what chances they have of major glory.
U.S OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP REVIEW
Columnist-at-large John Huggan wraps up all the drama from Oakmont.
TRAVEL & COURSES
COURSE REVIEW: TWIN CREEKS CC
Steve Keipert reports on the club’s bold plans under new ownership and the proposed development of the nearby second Sydney Airport.
MY FAVOURITE COURSES: BRENDAN JONES
The well-travelled star of the Japan Golf Tour touches many parts of the globe with his top-10 choices.
72 HOURS ON THE GOLD COAST
Queensland’s holiday hot spot is as popular as ever for visiting golfers because they can mix a myriad of off-course attractions into their golfing schedule, as Brendan James discovered.
ARABIAN SIGHTS
A surprised Tom Hyde reports there is quality golf, luxurious accommodation and spectacular attractions to be found in Oman.
TOP-100 SPOTLIGHT: PORTSEA GOLF CLUB
This classic rolling layout on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula has become a mainstay in our Top-100
INSTRUCTION
MAJOR MOVES
They are the best of the best … modern major champions. Here is what you can learn from the likes of Jordan Spieth, Rory McIlroy, Phil Mickelson and Australian duo Jason Day and Adam Scott.
BREAKING 80/90/100
- Daniel Blackwell: Benchmark training
- Lorien Scott: Better par-5 strategy
- Steve Aisbett: Keep your spine angle
EQUIPMENT
PLAYING WITH … MICROSOFT BAND 2
Editor Brendan James checks out this addition to the golf and fitness market from the technology giant.
PLAYING WITH … TAYLORMADE M2 FAIRWAY WOODS
Our tester was impressed the look of these clubs, but how did they perform?
PLAYING WITH … COBRA KING WEDGES
Golf Australia Express Editor Damian Shutie has crack with three different wedge grinds with interesting results.
TEEING OFF: BRENDAN JAMES
INSIDE THE ROPES: MIKE CLAYTON
AROUND THE TRAPS
IN MY OPINION: GEOFF OGILVY
HUGGAN’S ALLEY: JOHH HUGGAN
THE WANDERING GOLFER: BRENDAN MOLONEY
SUBSCRIPTION OFFER: GET TWO YEARS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE.
PRO SHOP: LATEST EQUIPMENT
GETAWAYS: GOLF TRAVEL
WINNER’S CIRCLE: MATTHEW FITZPATRICK
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