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#742 6 Centuries of Golf: 5 Surprising Ways Technology Changed the Game

Golf began in 15th-century Scotland with wooden clubs, handmade balls, and natural landscapes. Today, artificial intelligence, launch monitors, 3D biomechanics, and advanced equipment have transformed the sport.

Yet the fundamental objective remains unchanged: get the ball into the hole in as few strokes as possible.

1. Golf Beyond the Traditional Course

Golf is no longer limited to 18-hole courses. Indoor simulators, driving ranges, and digital golf facilities have made the sport more accessible.

According to R&A figures cited for 2025, 112.2 million people participated in golf outside the…

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