'Swing Machine' Paldo: "Ban Tipek?"

[Asia Economy Kim Hyun-jun, Golf Specialist Reporter] "Ban tee pegs to reduce driving distance."

This is the ingenious idea of 'swing machine' Nick Faldo (England, photo). On the 2nd (Korean time) on a golf specialty podcast radio, he explained, "Every player uses a tee peg when teeing off," and "If this is banned, no one will hit with a driver." This is to solve the problem of golf courses having to constantly extend their grounds due to the recent surge in long hitters. He proposed, "Using a 3-wood instead of a driver will naturally suppress the driving distance."

Players' driving distances are increasing every year. This is due to larger physiques, effective physical training, and advancements in driver manufacturing technology and golf balls. The United States Golf Association (USGA) has set limits on driver head size (460cc) and face coefficient of restitution (0.83), and recently started research to reduce golf ball performance by 10%, 15%, and 20%. However, immediate implementation is difficult due to opposition from golf ball manufacturers.

Faldo was famous for his precise swing during his active career and entered the ranks of 'golf legends' by winning the Masters and The Open three times each. He is currently working as a golf broadcast commentator. He emphasized, "This can solve problems caused by long drives exceeding 350 yards." He added, "If tee pegs disappear, there will be many changes in driver shape and loft," and predicted, "Only players who make truly accurate shots will survive."

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