Governing bodies announce decision to reduce distance starting in 2028
The longest hitters are expected to see a reduction of as much as 13-15 yards in drive distance, while the impact on average recreational golfers will be 5 yards or less,
Golf ball distance
Does the golf ball go too far? Not in my experience!
Various industry voices, manufacturers, course owners and Hall of Fame players are weighing in with their ideas on distance roll-backs, bifurcation and a need for 8,500 yard golf courses on the PGA Tour.
Tiger says golf balls go too far but it never bothered him when he was young
A distance roll back for the golf ball isn’t realistic.
