It’s officially golf season across the United States this month of April, and Masters Tournament will be played at Augusta National Golf Club during the proper time of year. Last year’s Masters was like no other because it was played in the late fall of 2020 without the azaleas and dogwoods in bloom. The course itself, with young ryegrass, played much softer than usual, and scores reflected this difference. I am in hopes that we see Augusta National playing firm and fast this year. I can’t wait. Although I am not a fan of Nick Faldo’s commentary, I won’t miss a minute of the television coverage.
With this being a new year and golf club manufacturers ramping up to offer their freshest, longest and straightest irons and woods, golfers may soon begin shopping for new sets of clubs. A question that is asked of many good golfers by the weekend player is, “what is the best golf club to buy?” That question can never be answered truthfully. All of the golf club manufacturers are making great golf equipment. The best golf club for an individual should fit and appeal to that golfer's eye and ear.
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