Yes, golf is a sport

I am writing to address a common misconception that often arises when discussing the nature of sports: the belief that golf is not a ‘real sport’. Over the last family Christmas dinner, my wife’s cousin said my kid should not play golf as it’s not a sport! This perspective is not only misguided but also undermines the dedication, skill and physical effort required to excel in golf. First and foremost, golf demands high levels of technical precision and mental fortitude. Players must analyse dist...