Compleat Golfer is the longest standing South Africa golf magazine and has been entertaining golfers for more than twenty years. Covering all aspects of the game, both locally and internationally, and focusing on courses, equipment, travel and instruction, it’s a one-stop shop for golfers looking to be educated and inspired about the game they love.
WELCOME • The SA Open is considered one of the world’s three oldest Opens and as such its trophy reads like a Who’s Who of the game. Thriston Lawrence added his name to the famous silverware at Blair Atholl in December.
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GALLERY
Letter From the Heart • Our playing editor has taken us into his world to give you an honest perspective of life as a professional golfer. Here he gives an emotional account of what he’s been going through
There's Only One Ernie • Throughout the year three-time DP World Tour champion Brandon Stone counted down, from 12 to one, the most enjoyable experiences he’s had with a playing partner on the golf course.
THAT WINNING HABIT • Former amateur champion Triston Lawrence showed at Blair Atholl that he is yet another South African golfer destined for stardom
DP WORLD TOUR ROOKIES OF THE YEAR
20 BEST PERFORMANCES
HEAR THE ROAR • In 2022 the four-time Major champion regained the form that made him everyone's choice to become one of the sport's legends.
OPENING THE DOORS • The golfer who finished last at the first LIV Golf Series event has won on the Asian Tour, hopefully allowing for discussions between opposing factions.
Game, Set and Match • Grant Hepburn makes use of practical visual aids to help you understand some key golfing concepts so that you can perform better on the course
Banding Together • Another in our series from one of the country’s leading fitness, wellness and mental experts to help you get the most from your game
'Facelift' for 2023 • Important information from one of the Sunshine Tour’s leading officials to help you get the most from your game
87 But One of a Kind
SHOWING ITS METTLE • In the heart of the platinum world in the North West province, an intimate golf club has been rescued by a local businessman.
RUSTENBURG GOLF CLUB • 13th hole, 140m, par three
Stocking Up • It’s that time of year when the Christmas tree comes out and boxes of surprises are left underneath. Here’s a guide for late shoppers
TITLEIST
FOOTJOY
DUCA DEL COSMA
BRIDGESTONE
CALLAWAY
COBRA PUMA
CLEVELAND
SRIXON AND CLEVELAND
UNDER THE TREE
Winter On Hot Streak • A roundup of all the latest amateur golf action happening around South Africa, overseen by Golf RSA
SA WOMEN'S MID-AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
On the Rise • South Africa's amateur scene continues to produce future champions. Here are the latest monthly rankings as overseen by Golf RSA
OUTSIDE THE ROPES • After 28 years in golf administration, the former executive director of SAGA, Bruce Younge, has relocated to the Southern Cape. We chatted to him about his distinguished career
CROWNING GLORY • The Els for Autism foundation signed off their 2022 calendar with an incredible E4A final at the Sun City Resort, capping off 12 golf days
My Year in Review
JANUARY PICK OF THE MONTH • ABU DHABI HSBC CHAMPIONSHIP 19-22 JANUARY
Rolene Strauss • The former Miss World speaks about her enjoyment for golf, the best courses she has played on and why golf is a sport that can be played late into life.
JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY • After 'winging it' around the world for a decade, Bryce Easton is now in a position to go forward with purpose and direction.
BEST RESULTS
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