Golfers find it a very trying matter to turn at the waist, more particularly if they have a lot of waist to turn.

Do not be tempted to invest in a sample of each golfing invention as soon as it makes its appearance. If you do, you will only complicate and spoil your game – and encumber your locker with useless rubbish.

Don’t praise your own good shots. Leave that function to your partner who, if a good sport, will not be slow in performing it.

I’m the best and I’ll thank you to remember that.

Don’t play too much golf. Two rounds a day are plenty.

Do not be tempted to invest in a sample of each golfing invention as soon as it makes its appearance. If you do, you will only complicate and spoil your game - and encumber your locker with useless rubbish.

There are only two types of player-those who keep their nerves under control and win championships, and those who do not.

Never concede the putt that beats you.

The advent of the rubber ball was instrumental in creating an entirely different method of striking the object. The solid ball required to be hit for carry, whereas it was quickly apparent that the Haskell lent itself to an enormous run. I hold the firm opinion that from this date the essential attitude towards accuracy was completely lost sight of. This was the start of the craze for length and still more length.

The most successful way to play golf is the easiest way.