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Another week on Golf Rehab, and James has managed to break yet another golf club! Between club championships, questionable match-play performances and some much-needed practice, there's plenty to talk about this week.

Pete and James get into the equipment debate, asking whether expensive aftermarket driver shafts are really worth the extra money, and whether modern irons are becoming too strong in loft at the expense of height, spin and stopping power.

In this week's Diagnosis, we tackle some bigger questions facing the game:

• Are golf influencers becoming more important than professional golfers?
• Is golf losing its traditions, and does it actually matter?
• Should golfers have a maximum number of practice swings before hitting the ball?

We also catch up on Operation Scratch, discuss the importance of keeping pace of play, and James delivers this week's Prescription with some practical putting drills to help you hole more putts.

Plus, we're getting closer to The Longest Day at Mount Broughton on November 30, playing 72 holes in support of the Kids' Cancer Project. We talk about the challenge, fundraising and why skin cancer checks should be on every golfer's to-do list.

If you'd like to support the cause, any donation, big or small, would be greatly appreciated. You can donate here:

https://www.longestday.org.au/fundraisers/golfrehab

As always, honest opinions, golf industry insight, plenty of banter and absolutely no shortage of golf-related problems.

Golf Rehab – because we've all got a problem, we're just not ready to stop.

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Are you chasing more distance when you should be focusing on shooting lower scores? Could your putter be costing you shots? And does regular versus stiff shaft flex really matter?

On Episode 14 of Golf Rehab, Pete and ex-tour pro and expert club fitter James break down the golf equipment choices, common mistakes and practical changes that can help amateur golfers improve.

Support Our Longest Day Fundraiser

On 30 November, the Golf Rehab team is taking on The Longest Day at Mount Broughton to raise funds for Cancer Council. If you can spare a few dollars, please support our challenge. Every donation helps fund vital cancer research, prevention and support services.

Donate here: https://www.longestday.org.au/fundraisers/golfrehab

IN THIS EPISODE:

• Distance vs accuracy: Are you focusing on hitting the ball further when keeping it in play could save you more shots?

• Putter changes: Can a new putter or hockey-style grip fix your putting, or are golfers too quick to change equipment?

• Regular vs stiff shafts: James explains why shaft flex, weight and profile matter more than the label alone.

• How to improve your short game: Pete shares how changing his chipping technique and ball position helped him shoot under par over 10 holes for the first time.

• LIV Golf's future: The latest player movements and what could happen next.

• LPGA slow-play penalties: Are two-shot penalties fair, or does professional golf need to do more about slow play?

Plus, James shares a simple rangefinder tip to help you choose better targets and avoid unnecessary trouble around the green.

Golf Rehab is the golf podcast for everyday golfers who want honest equipment advice, practical golf tips, real-world improvement and plenty of banter.

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This week, Pete and ex-tour pro and expert club fitter James tackle the biggest questions in amateur golf, discuss the latest stories from the professional game, and find a few more ways to fix Pete's golf game.

🏌️ IN THIS EPISODE

Are 7 Woods Replacing Long Irons?
Are 7 woods becoming essential for amateur golfers? James explains who should consider making the switch, why higher launch and stopping power matter, and why buying another club won't always fix your game.

Can You Trust AI Golf Advice?
Can AI really recommend the right golf clubs for your swing? Pete shares his experience using AI for club recommendations, while James explains why real-world testing and professional club fitting still matter.

Will Zalatoris: Is This the End?
After announcing another major back operation that will sideline him for the 2027 season, we discuss Will Zalatoris's future, the challenges of returning from serious back surgery, and the mental side of losing the game you love.

The Golfing Catch-Up of the Week
An Australian golfer achieves an albatross followed by a hole-in-one on consecutive holes. We discuss the incredible odds, whether to keep the balls, and what we'd shoot on the next hole!

Operation Scratch
Pete tests different clubs for chipping, battles the dreaded 60-degree wedge, discovers a new favourite club for bump-and-runs, and gets another challenge from James.

The Diagnosis: AI in Golf
From club fitting and course management to shot tracking, can AI genuinely help you improve, or is it just another source of advice that sounds convincing?

Bunker Play, Sand Conditions & Your Weekly Prescription
Why different bunker sands change the shot, how your weight distribution affects contact, and James's practical advice for getting out of the sand more consistently.

Plus, the latest tour golf discussion, listener questions, plenty of banter, and an update on our 72-hole fundraising challenge.

⛳ THE LONGEST DAY — HELP US RAISE MONEY FOR CANCER RESEARCH

On 30 November, we're heading to Mount Broughton to take on 72 holes of golf in one day, raising money for cancer research.

We're bringing together a great group of golfers for a day of golf, laughs, and a serious challenge. Every donation helps us get closer to our fundraising target.

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