The chapters take you through the grip, stance, posture, backswing, and downswing with detailed illustrations and analysis. And when we look back on some of the key moments in the history of golf, what Peter said about them is as much a part of our memory as that which we actually saw. We watched van de Velde’s ball fly to the right, this time heading for the grandstand, where thousands sat watching the final moments.

Heidi Klum reveals behind-the-scenes look of THAT Peacock Halloween costume (which took SIX HOURS to complete! Peter’s powers of observation and commentary, his ability to fill long periods of television time with wry comment, are about to be tested as never before. Bob Rotella is THE guru of performance consultants in the world of golf, and this is one of the outstanding golf books.If anyone could produce a miracle drug that makes you play better, many of us would be taking it tomorrow. Having covered Mickelson across his career, Shipnuck is well-placed to provide insight to the golfer off the course. The fact that Mrs Johnson was a sociology graduate and chief executive of the couple's charity foundation made the gag even funnier, though not to some of the more sour-faced critics.

In the early sixties, when the PGA was not as rigidly controlled, and amateurs could compete alongside the pros, George takes a month-long journey into professional golf to discover firsthand what life is like on the circuit. and released in October, this paperback represents a campaign for change, and may be the only exercise book you will ever need to read.He was also a man of his age which, naturally, meant there were more than a few facets of modern life he found confusing and exasperating. Arnie set the standard and was the consummate gentleman, humble in victory, gracious in defeat, and a role model in manners and etiquette. You can find books on developing your technical quality, a former golfer’s personal experiences, and the psychology and mentality behind golf. It’s certainly not enough to detract from his wonderful career, but it does tell us something, and that is perhaps something only a psychiatrist with the right key could unlock.