How much grass is under the ball? How much grass is between your clubface and ball? Test the texture of the grass by using your club on a nearby patch. Place the ball position forward in your stance.

The game can be frustrating when you’re just starting out as a beginner golfer, as you probably lack the basic fundamentals needed to make good contact and get the ball into the air. But don’t fret, ...

This specialized golf ball looks and feels smooth, but a close examination under a standard light microscope reveals tiny crystals of absorbent silica and polymers dotting the surface. Credit: Thomas ...