James McGarry

Tales from the Clubhouse- golf's untold stories.

[James McGarry @FTClubhouse]

Golf can look glamorous from the outside. Behind the ropes, almost everyone in the game is living with some form of uncertainty. I had the pleasure of speaking to broadcaster @KitOnTheCourse about life in golf.

https://t.co/u1W6jiNbKz

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@jtferz Most of these videos are. I wanted them to lose but cant get my head around the mentality of those who went out of their way to watch it with Arsenal fans and film themselves being as obnoxious as possible.

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I can't ever remember this much scrutiny over course sets up even 10 or 15 years ago. You want to see something different every week, surely? Just enjoy the golf!

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People were building up to criticise the PGA set up for being too easy. The players are struggling and now its too tough! We see enough winning scores in the -20s. A major that sees them having to grind it out is fine by me. A different watch but equally entertaining.

[Kit Alexander @KitOnTheCourse]

I’m usually the one doing the interviewing and writing the profiles, so it’s very unusual for me to be interviewed for a bit of a profile. Very humbled with @FTClubhouse asked me and James has done a wonderful job with the piece. Check it out below.

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Saw this sticker in the toilets at Rayo Vallecano one year. Knew one day fate would bring them together 🤣

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Haven't been very active on here as it seems everyone has left Twitter/X! But, worth throwing this out there in case anyone is interested.

The podcast version of Tales from the Clubhouse is live. Would love if you gave it a listen!

https://t.co/qJdboLh0qL

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@Swingtheclubken Tough to watch that, I really felt for her. Clearly a massive talent with a big future, though.

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Thank god he hasn't killed anyone, or himself, getting behind the wheel when he shouldn't have (again). I do hope he gets the help and support that he needs. I hope there are genuine friends in his small circle and not just yes men and hangers on. Unfortunately, I doubt it.

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The Tiger Woods news is predictably polarising. The guy is an awkward loner, a social recluse who became one of the most famous people in the world. He was humiliated over his extra-marital affairs. Lost both parents. Body broke down before he could break every record there is.

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He's made massive mistakes. Pretty much all of which you can draw a line back to his father. That's not to condone but rather to show that, like everyone else, he's human. The difference being he has had to live out all his misdemeanours in front of the whole world.

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@BrendyBoyle There's always a few thousand hooligans at the Wanda. They stand behind the goal and go by the name Frente Atleti...

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Forgive me father, for I have sinned. I didn't like my score, so I didn't hand my card in.

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New article out! I recently spoke to the fantastic Robbie Morrison. He started his pro career on the Australasia Tour, but he's now back in Scotland, trying to secure sponsorship for the @tartanprotour

https://t.co/JvKxcqurHE

[James McGarry @FTClubhouse]

@onparopinions Good point, I hadn't thought about the possibility of taking someone's spot. Think I agree on only putting cards in for comps, though the most accurate measure would be a card submitted for every round? But then you're losing the joy of a friendly knockabout.

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Lots of criticism with the WHS of high handicappers winning events on 46 points. But are 'vanity handicappers' just as bad? Those who only hand in their best cards so they can tell everyone how low their index is?

Harmless, perhaps, but against the spirit of the game?

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@403golf I've had the exact same thought. He's in great form going in to it and that counts a lot in these big, early events. He will finish top 10 I think but I wouldn't be surprised at all if he wins it.

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@MMcEwanGolf Think that's one that all golfers should hear! Amazing how many people pay towards 100 quid all in for a day out on the course and allow a few bad shots to ruin the whole thing.

[James McGarry @FTClubhouse]

@NoLayingUp Great stuff. I'm convinced there are many players out there who had the ability to make great careers for themselves if only they had financial backing. I recently interviewed a Tartan Pro Tour player and he really highlighted how tough the grind is!

https://t.co/JvKxcqurHE

[James McGarry @FTClubhouse]

I'd love if you gave it a read. He's a fantastic guy with a unique story, and I'll certainly be rooting for him to get some wins under his belt this season. Sometimes these players just need a break or two to go their way. Robbie is definitely due one.

[James McGarry @FTClubhouse]

New article out! I recently spoke to the fantastic Robbie Morrison. He started his pro career on the Australasia Tour, but he's now back in Scotland, trying to secure sponsorship for the @tartanprotour

https://t.co/JvKxcqurHE

[James McGarry @FTClubhouse]

Robbie has had blows in his career, most notably after returning to Scotland, covid hitting and having to cut ties with a promising sponsor. Turning 30 this month, he feels this year could be his last chance.