Our Masters halfway point episode and there is more than a healthy dose of interest in the leaderboard as Justin Rose is still out in front with Bryson Dechambeau a shot further back, with Rory McIlroy, Tyrrell Hatton, Shane Lowry and Scottie Scheffler close at hand. Mmmm.... Nice. Andrew and Iain discuss it all and wonder about the weekend to come. Eddie was going to join to share his thoughts but he sent himself to bed in disgrace in the UAE instead, where - after his two shot penalty for missing his tee-time - he missed the cut by one. Onward... Instagram - @chippingforecast Email - tcf@thechippingforecast.co.uk www.petermillar.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An intriguing first round of the Masters is done. Dusted. Andrew and Iain convene on opposite sides of the Atlantic to discuss it all, with Justin Rose finding himself in a very familiar position of leading at Augusta. But with Scottie Scheffler tied for second alongside Ludvig Åberg, the defending champion looms large in his bid to make it three wins win four years. And what in Heavens to Betsy happened to Rory? Cruising along and seemingly in control, two double-bogeys in the last four holes have made his task a whole lot more difficult. Meanwhile we are keeping a close eye on Eddie's adventures out in the Middle-East and, as the clickbait headlines go, 'You won't BELIEVE what happened to this player in his first round!!!' Or perhaps you will... CONTACT - tcf@thechippingforecast.co.uk INSTAGRAM - @chippingforecast www.petermillar.co.uk biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our final big preview episode for the 2025 Masters in which Andrew and Iain persuade Eddie to join them from the United Arab Emirates, so that they can all share their relatively informed thoughts on what might happen over the next four days at Augusta National. Iain is invited round to Laurie Canter's very nice house to sit down and have a chat ahead of a Masters debut for Eddie's best man. We also hear from a very relaxed Rory McIlroy as he once again takes most of the attention in the build-up to what might or might not be the final leg of a Grand Slam. There is still time for a discussion on some deeply unimpressive viewing figures for LIV at the weekend, and for the Eddie die-hards there is also something of a preview of his latest tournament, where our intrepid Tour player seems most concerned that he can't find any butter or sugar in his accommodation for the week. biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org www.petermillar.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Possibly our longest pod yet, but we're simply not going to apologise, since the long months of waiting are finally over and it’s MASTERS WEEK. Iain has arrived on the ground in Augusta, while Andrew and Eddie tell themselves that it's just as much fun preparing the different sporting challenges that await in Putney and The United Arab Emirates. As well as a preview of things yet to come in Georgia, we take a look at events from the weekend on the various tours (although we lost our way and forgot to mention Madelene Sagström's matchplay win over Lauren Coughlin in Las Vegas). We do, though, talk about ANWA and also fondly remember one of Britain’s greatest amateur golfers, Peter McEvoy. Visit biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org Visit petermillar.co.uk Watch Iain, Eddie and Andrew, the glory years: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p06351k6/clips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A momentous episode as The Chipping Forecast announces its new partnership with Peter Millar. Our trio celebrate by wondering if it would be possible for Andrew to break 100 at DLF and by further considering whether Eddie should be Prime Minister to improve Trans-Atlantic trade. They then discuss the win for Min Woo Lee in Houston, plus the good form of Scheffler and McIlroy and the fact that Laurie Canter is heading to The Masters. They also ponder the nature of friendship and bemoan the fact that Peter Millar is unlikely to see an uplift in sales in either Belarus or Slovenia. For more details on The Big Golf Race for Prostate Cancer UK, visit biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode, Andrew and Iain feel it is their duty to point out to Eddie that he is actually very good at golf, despite what he might think, and they discuss Viktor Hovland's win on the PGA Tour as a prime example of form never being too far away. However, after a missed cut Eddie has headed off to Goa - as you do - to put on sandals and contemplate the meaning of life, the universe and everything while enjoying the omelette bar at a five-star beach resort. Will he ever return? Tune in to find out. (The answer is yes, he misses the dogs too much). Visit biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An extra-long episode which could certainly have been shorter, but how else would our intrepid trio manage to talk about everything that's going on? We hear from Rory McIlroy after he wins the Players Championship in a Monday play-off with JJ (JM) Spaun. Eddie has troubling tales of pencil misuse in India, despite Jen claiming another top-ten. We try to answer the question - do caddies make a difference? Iain talks about the growing gap between top-level golfers and many of those who wish to hear from them. Then Andrew tries to set-up a game of golf with Eddie. Only for Eddie to deny him, by saying that he doesn't owe anybody in the media anything. Find out more now about Prostate Cancer UK's Big Golf Race at biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As promised, a bonus pod to look ahead to the Players Championship with Andrew, Iain and a guest appearance from Players debutant Laurie Canter with his new cufflinks. It was supposed to be just 20 minutes or so, but they somehow manage to stretch it out from chipolata into full blown hot dog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this episode we are running at 66.66666666 percent (recurring) capacity as Iain is on his way to Sawgrass ahead of The Players Championship, leaving Andrew and Eddie to ramble on without any particular cohesion. Eddie has arrived in Calcutta / Kolkata at the start of a four week run on the Challenge / HotelPlanner Tour and as well as looking ahead to that, the pair reflect on Arnie's tournament at Bay Hill, ponder whether Sergio Garcia might play again in the Ryder Cup and have a chat with Calum Hill after his play-off win in South Africa. Visit biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6svRbCgDm8w Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iain's skiing, Eddie's sleeping and I'm editing after midnight. So I have little else to say except that this episode is about golf and other things. And for some reason a lot of Theragun as well. Sign up for Prostate Cancer UK's 'The Big Golf Race': biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Eddie is fighting fatigue after returning from Kenya and is also tired from grappling with golfing demons. We hear where he is with his game, what's next for him and how he did at least manage to buy the friendship of wildlife. The three discuss the win for Brian Campbell on the PGA Tour, talk about one of the best swings in the game and hear from Europe's new Ryder Cup captain Anna Nordqvist. They also discuss drinking while playing golf, but decide that it is neither big nor clever. To sign up to Prostate Cancer UK's Big Golf Race, go to  biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Eddie reflects upon his 6th-place finish in his first Challenge Tour event in eight years and talks about much he enjoyed the week in South Africa, while gossip abounds that he may be having a relationship with his caddy. Andrew and Iain both congratulate Eddie on his decent result by telling him how little money it was actually worth. The three also discuss Ludvig Åberg's impressive win at Torrey Pines, a life-changing performance for Annabell Fuller and how much impact the increase in available Hammers will have on TGL and possibly the entire world. This episode is sponsored by Neck Pillows and Yorkshire Pies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the pod this week - tales of poor golf in Qatar, great tour guides in Berlin and world class parking in Edinburgh. Also discussed: LIV golf on free TV in the UK, Thomas Detry's victory on the PGA Tour and Eddie in South Africa to see George - both Coetzee and the city - ahead of his appearance on the Challenge Tour. Lots of other stuff as well, but I've been editing this for some time now.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Eddie is back on Tour and preparing for his return to competitive golf by burning his forehead in Qatar. But before contemplating his own form, Eddie and the other two less talented golfers are able to reflect on a weekend of popular victories with the very tall Laurie Canter moving close to the top-50 in the world after victory in Bahrain and Rory McIlroy closing in on Scottie Scheffler at the very top of the rankings with his dominant display at Pebble Beach. There’s plenty more besides, including Andrew detailing his short career as a motivational speaker and Iain telling us how he came to play for Leicestershire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week is a special episode as Andrew, Eddie and Iain decide to head off on their own into the podcasting world, possibly never to be seen again. But while they are still with us they take time to talk about Eddie’s illness, Iain’s birthday drinking games and Andrew’s new desk. In more golf-related matters, they discuss the latest first-time winner on the DP World Tour and have a look Stateside where Harris English came through from a weak field at Torrey Pines and something happened in the TGL which was possibly exciting but, more likely, not. There is also time to consider commentators calling out slow play and a YouTuber who has signed up to spread the word of LIV golf in a move which may end up being more significant than the signing of Tour players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Andrew, Eddie and Iain talk Tyrell again as Hatton wins in Dubai and once more shows that he is both brilliant and belligerent on the golf course. Eddie would love to be either of those things, but getting invitations into forthcoming events is proving difficult. This leads to a discussion about who gets priority in terms of entries into tournaments - with the answer demonstrating exactly where the power lies in the game now. Although Eddie freely admits that the way around all such issues is simply to play better. The three also have a chat about friend of the pod Laurie Canter and his rise up the rankings, they continue to wonder what the point of TGL is, discuss the tiny country producing great talents and receive new information about the top golf course sledging destinations. This episode is sponsored by Laurie Canter - women want him, men want to be him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Chipping Forecast is 100 episodes old and our intrepid trio celebrate by mulling over the most important issues in the game of golf - will TGL succeed? Why is Tom McKibbin heading to LIV? If it snowed at Augusta how far could you make it down the 10th fairway on a sledge? We also wonder if Eddie has started his hypnotherapy yet and when he might hear about his next tournament. And Prince William is revealed to be an avid listener. Possibly. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/chipping - Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/chipping - Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! The Chipping Forecast returns after a Festive Season break and our three-ball throw themselves into their new year of golf with all the enthusiasm of people who are suffering intensely from the January blues. One of the main topics of discussion is Barry Hearn’s claims for how big darts can be, as well as his opinion that Luke Littler can have a similar effect to Tiger Woods and his general wonderment at the money in golf when he feels that nobody’s really watching it. Andrew then makes an equally bold claim about Luke Littler without much evidence to back it up. The three go on to discuss TGL, Hideki going low in Kapalua, the positive side of golfing YouTubers and Eddie’s hopes for a good response on tournament invitations. And the podcast also retires undefeated from the awards game. This episode is sponsored by Disney Plus. We've been nominated for Best Golf Podcast at the Sports Podcast Awards. You can vote for us at https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/podcast/the-chipping-forecast-2/ You can email the pod at thechippingforecast@foldingpocket.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/chipping - Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! A much-anticipated episode as Eddie returns from Mauritius where, Icarus-like, he flew too close to the sun and fell. But unlike Icarus he was at least given 28,000 Euros for his 9th-place finish rather than drowning in the sea. We hear the inside story on the whole week and why he thinks he’ll be better for it and why he also thinks it was more emotionally draining for Top Ten Jen. Also on the pod Eddie has a bold prediction for Charlie Woods, the verdict is in on 'The Showdown’ which is not entirely positive and the trio pick their favourite moments from 2025. Have a Shakin’ Stevens Christmas and see you in 2025. We've been nominated for Best Golf Podcast at the Sports Podcast Awards. You can vote for us at https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/podcast/the-chipping-forecast-2/ You can email the pod at thechippingforecast@foldingpocket.co.uk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/chipping - Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! This week Eddie is expanding his travel horizons and joins late-night from Mauritius to talk us through his twelve shot difference between rounds in South Africa. He also shares how important it is to have a loved one on the bag when things are going wrong. And also how important it is to have shoes that don’t melt. Less importantly, Iain appears to be hitting a rich vein of golfing consistency, while Andrew's golf is equally consistent as he still isn’t able to play at all. Also discussed this week is mixed golf, LIV golf and golf at the extremes of the UK. As well as 1970s novelty chart acts and whether Andrew can overcome his mild agoraphobia to go to a concert this weekend You can email the pod at thechippingforecast@foldingpocket.co.uk We've been nominated for Best Golf Podcast at the Sports Podcast Awards. You can vote for us at https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/podcast/the-chipping-forecast-2/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.