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It could be said, and usually is, my writing is better than my golf - It would have to be given the very low standard of my golf - but my stubborn Scottish streak won’t let me give up playing this great game for a lifetime. I started playing the game in Scotland, then a wee bit in Canada, lots in South Africa and 30 plus years in New Zealand.
An author of several self-published books, the last one on golf , “Life’s Lessons Frae The Links” and quoting myself in the preface. “After 45 years of playing and reading about this game of golf it is time to sit down and write about it and pass on my thoughts.
My first two books had a motivational message and now it is time to use golf rather than travel as a metaphor for the lessons we all have to learn.”
In recent years turning my hand and eye to pictorially capturing the essence of this great game. I have created giclee originals and prints of well-known golf holes and golfing landmarks.
My ‘New Zealand ‘ collection’ contains works inspired by Jack’s Point, Titirangi and one entitled, ‘Autumn at Royal Auckland’.
The ‘Memories of Scotland’ collection includes, ‘Dawn at Royal Dornoch’, ‘Evening at Elie’ and ‘Sunset at The Machrie’.
“To me, Tiger Woods is the most remarkable athlete I've ever seen.
“No doubt Alister MacKenzie would have been impressed by his star pupil’s accomplishment and indeed the Good Doctor might even be surprised that Russell’s work surpassed his own seven hours up the road at Titirangi!”
Kyle Stanley’s inability to finish off the job at Torrey Pines continues to be a topic of conversation, myself included. Kyle’s mindset and choice of club for his second shot and second wedge shot
It wasn’t third time lucky for Kyle Stanley as he threw away his chance to win at Torrey Pines
14-year-old Kiwi amateur golfer, Lydia Ko has become the youngest-ever player to win a professional golf tournament.
“Bringing Sexy Back to Golf?” is the WSJ’s Suzanne Vranica’s spin on the news that Callaway have announced Justin Timberlake, as Callaway's creative director.
“Is the use of belly putters unethical?” Asks Ian Carter at BBC Sports.
A timely question since I’ve resorted to using one in recent weeks and it’s led to lots of banter with an occasional touch of abuse from my mates at the 19th hole.
Tennis star Caroline Wozniacki believes golf, especially the pro game, lends itself to a more laid-back approach to competition. Although as Emily Kay suggests, “a high-strung Rory Sabbatini, among others, might disagree.”
“An Ambition Unlike Any Other…Why the Master’s Champions Dinner may never be the same.”
"There's a lot worse stuff that goes on out here," said Matt Every in response to questions about his three-month suspension for conduct unbecoming a professional golfer.
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