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October 18, 2005
A Putter with Wheels?
Posted by Nick
Interesting history from the Beeb on golf club technology.
The game's law makers have had to keep a close eye on technology to make sure science does not ruin the game of golf - a putter with wheels is among the innovations that have had to be banned.
Given the advances in technology it is perhaps surprising that the game has not changed more.
According to statistics in America, since 1980 the average professional has become only 11 yards longer and is hitting six per cent more fairways.
The range of the old hickory clubs is only 5 per cent less than modern ones.
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