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The American sporting calendar is an annual heaving mass of dates and expectations with 2020 sure to be yet another year of emotion, controversy and despair – for some. Here are five events that any American sporting enthusiast should look forward to.
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Take a sneak peek at some of quality experiences that the Algarve has to offer. From immaculate beaches and traditional Portuguese cuisine, to some of the best golf courses in Europe, Algarve is at hand to provide a truly remarkable Algarve Golf Holiday. The Local hotspots of Vilamoura and Albufeira have proved particularly popular among groups, with legendary nightlife and beautiful beaches in abundance.
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Working on perfecting your golf game with the help of a golf mat is a great way to keep regularly practicing, without having to pay the price of hitting a bucket of golf balls at your favorite golf course or local driving range. Paying to hit balls can quickly add up to be a major expense, especially if you like to practice a lot.
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By Joseph Plunkett
Sports are all about the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat.
It’s about David and Goliath, overcoming seemingly insurmountable obstacles and experiencing the excitement of incredible athletic achievement. It’s about the adrenaline rush, the white-knuckle-moments that are remembered forever. Sports about all about an amazing experience.
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People everywhere work on improving their golf swing all the time, but few seem to truly master the art of golf. If you’re wondering whether or not it’s truly possible to improve your golf swing, here’s what you need to know.
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By Adrian
Alex Knoll left his mark at the Philadelphia PGA Championship with a first-round 62. The score broke a record that stood untouched for almost 80 years at that point, originally set by Sam Snead. It was clear that Knoll had his eyes on the prize after his record-breaking round, and he did indeed go on to dominate the entire championship. Knoll’s final record at the tournament was 62-69-79, winning by 2. Knoll will have to face his next challenge in Texas in April 2020, where he’ll be qualifying for the 2020 edition of the PGA Championship.
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History is written by the victors, the saying goes, and upon visiting St Andrews, one learns that golfing history is no different. As far back as 1691, St Andrews, in the Fife region of Scotland, has been credited as the birthplace of golf. The origins of the game trace all the way back to the 1400s with the two types of golf being played in the very early days.
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Feel! It is the feel that every golfer wants in our very addictive game of golf. The golf balls role is not only to end up in that tiny hole at the end of every hole but also to provide a sense of feel. The golf ball manufacture “Wilson” know what buttons to press in order to create golf balls that provide a great feel.
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If you have a person in your life — whether it is a friend, family member, or a partner — that can’t go without hitting the golf course at least once a week, you are almost halfway done when it comes to getting them a present for their birthday, anniversary, or any other special occasion.
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Who’s the GOAT in golf? This tough question deserves a couple of names for an answer. In every field like golf, there will always emerge a crop of iron players who have made a mark, exceeded people’s expectations, and contributed to the popularity and development of the sport.
Legacy, ranking, number of championships won, and even name recall—these are some points that populate anyone’s list of golf’s most exceptional.
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Eleven years after winning his last major, Tiger Woods bounced back from obscurity to win his fifth green jacket. After what can only be described as a taxing decade, the 43-year old Woods came from behind to win the Masters at the Augusta National Golf Club in April this year.
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As the immortal “Caddyshack” character Ty Webb famously said “see the ball, be the ball Danny.” Actually, the full quote delivered by Chevy Chase in the timeless classic comedy is “Stop thinking…let things happen…and be…the ball.”
As any golfer will tell you, all of the accoutrements you bring onto the course matter; a lot! Today Golf.com revisited a story of Tiger Woods and his ball that made all the difference at the U.S. Open nearly two decades ago.
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