Welcome to The Golfing Mind, the podcast that explores the psychology of golf and the mental habits that separate great players from the rest.

Every golfer, from club amateur to major champion, knows what it feels like to lose confidence. One week, the swing feels effortless, the next it’s as if you’ve forgotten how to play. It’s a lonely, frustrating place — but it’s also part of the game. What matters isn’t avoiding slumps, it’s knowing how to recover from them.

In today’s episode, we’re looking at how to rebuild self-belief when your confidence has faded. We’ll explore the mental traps that make slumps worse, practical steps to restore trust in your swing, and how great players — from Rory McIlroy to Rickie Fowler — found their way back after setbacks.

Confidence isn’t a mysterious gift reserved for the lucky few. It’s something you can rebuild, step by step, with the right mindset and habits. So if you’ve ever stood over the ball thinking, “What happened to my game?”, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about how to rediscover your belief — and your best golf.

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Welcome to The Golfing Mind, where we explore the mental game behind great golf. In today’s episode, The Extraordinary Power of Focus, we look at what separates the best players in the world from the rest — their ability to stay completely present, no matter what’s at stake. Focus is more than concentration; it’s the art of silencing distraction, calming the mind, and trusting the moment. Think of Tiger Woods on one leg at Torrey Pines, Jordan Spieth’s remarkable recovery at Royal Birkdale, or Collin Morikawa’s calm precision on the final tee at St George’s — each a masterclass in FOCUS under pressure. We’ll explore what science tells us about focus, how it shapes performance, and how you can strengthen it in your own game. Because in golf, as in life, success rarely belongs to the strongest — it belongs to the most focused

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Welcome to this week’s episode of The Golfing Mind, where we explore one of the most defining elements of performance — how we manage pressure. Whether you’re standing over a five-foot putt to win the club medal or facing a high-stakes moment in your career, pressure reveals who we truly are. In this episode, we’ll break down the 10 key aspects of managing pressure, both on the golf course and in everyday life. From mindset and preparation to emotional control and self-belief, we’ll uncover what separates those who crumble from those who stay composed when it matters most. Drawing on insights from sport psychology, real-world examples, and lessons from the world’s best players, this episode will help you strengthen your mental resilience and perform at your best when the stakes are high.

Tune in — because mastering pressure isn’t just about golf; it’s about mastering yourself.

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Welcome back to The Golfing Mind.

The Ryder Cup is about pressure — the kind of

In today’s episode, I want to go beyond the scoreboards and statistics, and look at the mental game. We’ll explore five key psychological differences between the American and European players, five ways the teams differ in how they bond and function, and five contrasts in their playing styles that can often determine who lifts the trophy.

So, let’s dive into the mind of the Ryder Cup.

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Welcome back to The Golfing Mind. I’m your host, and with me today are Bobby Ross and Mike Kershaw. As we approach the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, we’ve got a lot to unpack: captains, strategies, pairings, and – of course – our prediction.

On the U.S. side, Keegan Bradley leads the charge. He’s confirmed he will not serve as a playing captain, choosing instead to concentrate fully on leadership. He’s also close to solidifying his pairings, signalling that much of his game plan is already mapped out.

Europe, meanwhile, is captained again by Luke Donald, returning for back‐to‐back Ryder Cups after the 2023 win. His team is almost identical to the one in Rome, with only one change: Rasmus Højgaard replacing his twin Nicolai. Donald’s picks are designed for cohesion and experience, with several pairings we expect to stay together through critical sessions.

As for pairings, Europe looks likely to lean on combinations like Rahm-Hatton, McIlroy-Fleetwood, Åberg-Hovland, and Lowry-Straka in the foursomes and fourballs. Golfmagic The U.S. pairing sheet is more uncertain, but expect strong-performing veterans to be matched with rising stars – perhaps Thomas with Morikawa, or Scheffler with Burns.

So, what will the final score be?

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Welcome back to The Golfing Mind. Today, we're diving into what really swings the balance in the Ryder Cup — not just drives and putts, but something deeper: the mind. In this episode, Robin Sieger explores the psychological undercurrents that can make or break performance in match play, especially in those tense singles sessions.

We’ll explore how crowd energy—those roaring galleries, partisan cheers, even the hostility—can amplify nerves or fuel momentum. Expectation comes next: the weight of history, national pride, captain’s picks, and media narratives all pile on long before the first tee shot. Then there’s pressure—not just from opponents or course, but from the self: fears of letting teammates down, faltering under the spotlight, or slipping in form where it counts.

Speaking of form: recent performances, winning or losing streaks, momentum through the week — these build or erode confidence. And confidence itself, entwined with self-belief, determines whether a player goes for a risky shot, stays calm after a bad hole, or folds under tension. By the end, we’ll give you our verdict: which players we think will thrive psychologically, which ones might crack, and who might tip the final score in their team’s favour based on mental strength more than golf swing.

So tighten your grips, because this episode is about what you think as much as what you swing.

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Welcome back to The Golfing Mind, the podcast that looks beyond the swing and dives into the psychology, strategy, and subtle mechanics that shape this beautiful and frustrating game.

Today’s episode is called The Three Faults That Cause You to Miss Short Putts—and if you’re an average golfer, you already know the sting of watching a simple two-footer slide past the hole. Nothing derails confidence faster than missing what should be the easiest shot in golf. But why does it happen so often?

While many golfers rush to fix mechanics—grip, stroke, alignment—the truth is most short-putt failures come from the mind, not the body. Pressure, nerves, and self-doubt creep in, and what should be a routine tap-in suddenly feels like a life-or-death trial. In the first half of this episode, I’ll explore the three biggest mental traps that cause golfers to miss short putts, and I’ll share practical ways to overcome them.

Then, in the second half, we’ll look at some of the more common mechanical errors—things you can check and adjust quickly to give yourself a better chance of holing out.

So, let’s get started and tackle those short putts head-on.

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This week, we delve into Tommy Fleetwood's latest heartbreaker at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. Despite holding a five-shot lead midway and a two-stroke advantage with five holes remaining, Fleetwood faltered late, finishing tied for third. This marks his 46th top-10 finish without a PGA Tour win, a record dating back to 1983 . What can he do to fix this scenario, Robin discusses.

Yet, there's a silver lining: Fleetwood has secured his spot on Team Europe for the upcoming Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, joining Justin Rose and Rory McIlroy . As we preview the September showdown, we assess Europe's prospects of clinching a rare away victory and examine the dynamics within Team USA under player-captain Keegan Bradley.

Stay tuned as we explore the narratives shaping golf's most intense competition.

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Welcome back to The Golfing Mind, the podcast that explores the inner game of golf—where performance begins between the ears, not just between the fairways.

This week, we're diving deep into the mindset of the man who’s dominating the game like few others have in recent years—Scottie Scheffler. Calm, consistent, and quietly competitive, Scheffler isn’t just winning tournaments—he’s redefining what mental toughness on the golf course looks like.

So what makes him tick? What’s going on behind that steady demeanour and unshakeable rhythm? In this episode, I’ll unpack the psychological traits, routines, and mental habits that set Scheffler apart—and more importantly, I’ll share how you can apply some of those same mental tools to improve your own game, whether you're playing in a Major Championship or simply trying to beat your friends.

Let’s get into it—because if golf is a game of inches, most of them are in your head.

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Welcome to this week’s Golfing Mind. In this special episode, “THE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW 2025,” we’re turning our focus to the upcoming Open Championship at Royal Portrush, set for July 17–20. Whether you’re a casual fan or a serious bettor, we’ve got you covered with an expert breakdown of course conditions, player form, and our keenly awaited picks.

We’ll begin by mapping out Portrush’s signature challenges—the heaving dunes, strategic bunkers, and seaside wind patterns that demand precision off the tee and creativity around the greens. Next, we’ll analyze this year’s top contenders—our updated top‑10 list including Scheffler, McIlroy, Rahm, defending champ Schauffele, and surprise sleepers like Hovland—with fresh angle predictions based on recent stats and Open history.

Joined from Salisbury, NC, by Matt Barr and from Atlanta, Georgia with Bob Ross, we delve deep and share our thoughts and observations.

So grab your earbuds, settle in, and let’s tune our mental “mindware” to the rhythm of Royal Portrush—because championship week is here, and the Golfing Mind is primed to unlock it all.

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