The NCG Golf Podcast

Tradition Unlike Any Other: Thursday at The Masters

Tom Irwin and Dan Murphy break down all the action from an enthralling opening day at Augusta National. From standout performances and surprise contenders to the traditions and quirks that make The Masters truly unique, the duo explore the moments that only happen at Augusta. Expect sharp analysis, behind-the-scenes insights, and plenty of storytelling as the journey to the Green Jacket gets underway.

Inside Augusta National: What It’s Really Like

Augusta National is one of the most famous venues in sport, but what is it really like beyond the perfectly manicured fairways and familiar TV shots? In this special episode of the NCG Golf Podcast, Dan Murphy and Tom Irwin take you inside the gates to share their first-hand experiences from the home of the Masters on the day before the action starts.
From the subtleties of the course’s elevation changes to the scale of its most iconic holes, they cut through the usual clichés to reveal what makes Augusta National so unique.

Nick Faldo: 30 Years Since His Masters Triumph

This week, Tom Irwin sits down with six-time major champion Sir Nick Faldo to talk about the remarkable impact of the Faldo Series – an initiative that has helped countless young players reach the top of the game.
He also opens up about how equipment has evolved, how modern skill levels compare with his era, and what it takes to succeed today.
And, of course, you’ll hear his memories from Augusta and the stories behind his three Masters victories.
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Masters preview special: What is the greatest Masters of all time?

It’s the best episode of the year! It’s our Masters preview! It’s the ceremonial opening to the golf season and Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll are very excited about this year’s hunt for the Green Jacket.
What is the greatest Masters of all time? Why is it so hard to go back-to-back? And is the Champions Dinner actually at the very heart of everything about the tournament?
We’ve got a how to guide to Augusta, break down some Masters myths and, most importantly, tell you who might go on to win. There are a few surprise names on our shortlist.
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Has the World Handicap System ruined match play knockouts?

Tom Irwin has been signing up for every match play competition his club offers and, this week, he tells co-host Steve Carroll why the format is so special.
But Steve’s not quite so convinced. Is arranging games just too much of a hassle? And what impact does the World Handicap System have on the formats?
Does 100 per cent of Course Handicap in singles competitions give some players too much of an advantage?
The pair also reveal some of your on-course nightmares and Steve’s got a sticky rules situation for Tom to solve.
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The rounds of golf we are desperate to forget

These are the rounds we would rather forget – the shots that went wrong, the blow ups on and off the course that left us wondering whether we should ever swing a club ever again.
This week Tom Irwin and Steve Carroll are in the Confessional, recounting the occasions they cringed and collapsed. From an embarrassing error at Open Regional Qualifying to a Captain’s Day disaster, these are the times we just wanted to curl up and die on the golf course.
Enjoy them, commiserate with us, and get in touch and tell us your own tales of woe.
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Why do club golfers have a problem with foursomes?

Podcast host Tom Irwin has been to the Sunningdale Foursomes – a traditional curtain-raiser to the golf season – and he absolutely loved it.
But in club land foursomes can sometimes be a difficult sell, with golfers arguing over the format or reluctant to hit only half the shots in a normal round.
This week, Tom and Steve review foursomes, why it can struggle to gain a fuller foothold in the club game, and why more of us should consider spending more time playing alternate shot.
Is it the purest form of the game? Let us convince you…
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Is golf still designed by men, for men?

Women’s participation in golf is growing – but is it growing fast enough? Does the industry really understand the experience of women in golf? And is the biggest barrier access or culture?
This week, we’re joined by Nicole Wheatley, founder of the Women in Golf Awards, to talk about participation, accountability, and whether golf is ready to honesty look at itself.
The new Fairways Project, launched by the Awards in collaboration with 59Club, is a five-year global study designed to measure women’s experience across the industry. Nicole explains why it’s so important and why men also need to get involved.
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