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Golf, often referred to as the “gentleman’s game,” is a sport known for its elegance and precision. As we delve into the world of golf, it becomes apparent that understanding the game’s language is ...

Few people have ever thought that what golf needs are more strange and confusing terms floating around. And yet, they keep coming anyway. But not to worry, because as always, Golf Digest is here to ...

In golf, the term 'par' is pivotal to how we understand the sport. It refers to how a player's score is measured on each hole and across their round. There are three different levels of par for golf ...

Golf fans and casual observers often hear terms like “birdie,” “par,” and “bogey” but may not know what they truly signify — or where they came from. Today, we break down these ubiquitous golf terms, ...

Welcome to Gear Questions You’re Afraid to Ask, a GOLF.com series produced in partnership with Cleveland/Srixon Golf. We explore some of golf’s most misunderstood golf equipment terms, names and ...

The first time the term might have been used was at Royal St. George’s in 1999 when golf’s boulevardier Jimmy Dunne was playing a casual match with his friend Frank Brennan while attending Wimbledon.