Golf ball testing has become one of the hottest topics in the sport since the USGA and R&A proposed a new Model Local Rule that, if enacted, might force elite players to use golf balls that won’t go ...

Go to the range at your local public course and there’s a good chance you’ll find a plethora of yellow golf balls. The range serves a purpose for golfers who need to knock off the rust before a round ...

A simple test comparing golf drivers from different eras revealed surprising results. The findings show just how much modern technology can impact distance and performance.

Last year was a banner year for the new-look GOLF gear squad. We assembled what we think is the finest crew of creators, writers and producers in the industry; our content is better than ever (we hope ...

Bob Harig writes how the testing issue from the PGA Championship lives on because of the sport’s lack of transparency. Also: Scottie Scheffler’s run and a dubious anniversary. DUBLIN, Ohio — An issue ...

Golf’s ruling bodies are changing the equipment testing to make sure the golf ball travels a shorter distance for everyone from Tiger Woods to the amateur who plays public courses on the weekend. The ...

The R&A and USGA will update the testing conditions used for golf ball conformance under the Overall Distance Standard (ODS), which will take effect in January 2028. The decision aims to reduce the ...