The Best Golf Does Not Stay on One Course

Nick Bayly argues that peak golf performance requires adapting to diverse course designs rather than relying on a single play style. Elite successes illustrate these varied demands, including Rory McIlroy winning the 2025 Masters in a playoff against Justin Rose to complete the career Grand Slam, and Scottie Scheffler securing the 2025 Open Championship at Royal Portrush at 17 under par.

The article also highlights Lydia Ko winning Olympic gold at Le Golf National before claiming the 2024 AIG Women's Open at St Andrews two weeks later. Bayly notes that raw scores require context such as weather, course design, and equipment choices like McIlroy's ball switch, while also outlining golf betting rules.