The PGA is Reining in Long Hitters With New Golf Balls

End of the Line

*This is our last episode of 2023! We'll be back again the week of January 8th.*

Golf equipment, particularly golf balls, have seen significant impact of technological advancements, leading to longer driving distances. This trend poses challenges for golf course design as courses struggle to accommodate the increased length. To address this, the PGA, in collaboration with the Royal and Ancient, plans to implement new engineering criteria for golf balls by 2028, aiming to reduce driving distances for both professional and amateur players.

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