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What made Husqvarna’s golf sponsorship stand out in 2025?

Miklos Breitner — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:11:31 +0000

Husqvarna and The R&A have received a notable honor by being nominated for two prestigious sports industry awards for their innovative autonomous mowing activation at the AIG Women’s Open at Royal Porthcawl. Their forward-thinking partnership is a finalist in the Best Use of Cutting-Edge Technology category at the 2026 European Sponsorship Association Awards and the […]

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Are the new Srixon Q-Star Series Golf Balls an evolution or a revolution?

Miklos Breitner — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:23:16 +0000

With the 2026 generation of the Q-STAR TOUR Series, Srixon continues its mission of delivering tour-level performance for moderate swing-speed golfers. The latest version refines the formula with a biomass-based urethane cover, improved greenside spin, and enhanced visual technology in the Divide models, while maintaining the distance and feel characteristics that made the series popular. […]

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Ponta do Pargo rising: The next big magnet for golf tourism in Madeira

Miklos Breitner — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:00:28 +0000

Last year, while planning my February holiday in Madeira, I decided to look into the construction of the Ponta do Pargo golf course. What began as simple curiosity quickly turned into a rare opportunity. Faldo Design responded with remarkable openness and generosity to my request, and soon after, Simon Jones (Managing Director of Faldo Enterprises) […]

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Empowering Women, Growing Business: American Golf’s Strategic Initiative with Women in Sport

Miklos Breitner — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:24:11 +0000

Women’s golf in the UK is experiencing a remarkable boom, with equipment and apparel sales rising sharply over the past five years, driven by increasing female participation and growing retail initiatives. Leading the charge is American Golf, the UK’s largest golf retailer, which has recently announced a new partnership with the charity Women in Sport […]

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How wholesale brands scale without inventory risk or middlemen?

Miklos Breitner — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:43:13 +0000

Spring tournaments. Member events. Trunk shows. Corporate gifting. Retailer promotions. Wholesale brands invest heavily in these moments because they generate demand, strengthen relationships, and put product directly in front of motivated buyers. Yet too often, the operational execution undermines the opportunity. Do any of these issues sound familiar to your brand? Manual order capture. Limited […]

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How golf clubs can profit from top course rankings?

Miklos Breitner — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:55:52 +0000

When Leading Courses unveiled its Best Golf Resorts in Europe 2026 ranking, it did more than publish another industry list. Unlike traditional rankings shaped by expert panels or closed-door deliberations, this classification is built exclusively on verified golfer reviews collected through its platform. The methodology is transparent, data-driven, and free from jury influence—reflecting authentic player […]

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How does ECCO Golf BIOM C5 significantly enhance performance from tee to green?

Miklos Breitner — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:22:50 +0000

The ECCO Golf BIOM C5 represents a new benchmark in premium golf footwear, blending Scandinavian craftsmanship with cutting-edge performance technologies. Designed for golfers who demand comfort, stability, and confidence from tee to green, the BIOM C5 combines advanced materials with biomechanical engineering to deliver an exceptional on-course experience. Design & Materials The ECCO Golf BIOM […]

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What earned Heritage Resorts & Golf, Mauritius, the Distinguished Golf Destination with Elite status?

Miklos Breitner — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:19:57 +0000

Heritage Resorts & Golf, perched on the breathtaking southern shores of Mauritius, has solidified its position among the world’s most distinguished golf destinations. Already celebrated as a World Top 25 luxury golf and beach resort, the property has earned the Distinguished Golf Destination designation with Elite status—one of the highest accolades in golf tourism. This honour […]

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How are data, leadership, and collective action powering golf’s next era for women?

Miklos Breitner — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:05:37 +0000

Golf has long been a game defined by tradition — its etiquette, its championships, its iconic venues. Yet tradition, while valuable, must evolve. Across the global golf industry, a decisive shift is underway: one that recognises women not simply as participants, but as leaders, innovators, operators, executives, PGA professionals, coaches, agronomists, and decision-makers shaping the […]

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ClubPro: The small training accessory that transforms every practice session.

Miklos Breitner — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 07:30:50 +0000

At the beginning of February, I found myself in the stunning paradise of Madeira, and I just couldn’t resist hitting the links at my absolute favorite course, Palheiro Golf! As I was orchestrating our family getaway, it struck me that this was the perfect chance to test out not one, but two fantastic new products. […]

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