The Exchange: Tales from Torrey Pines

Each week, Australian Golf Digest’s editorial team will discuss the key issues in the world of golf in an e-mail conversation spanning the globe.

Why Jack Nicklaus couldn’t watch the Australian Open’s final set

It’s been nearly 31 years since Jack Nicklaus captured his 18th major championship. So with Roger Federer on the precipice of joining the club, the Golden Bear had to be watching every serve of the Australian Open’s final set between Federer and Rafael Nadal on the seat of his chair, yes? Not quite.

Why Tiger chose Taylor

If you can’t remember a time when Tiger Woods didn’t use Nike golf equipment, you could be forgiven.

Srixon Z-Star, XV and Q-Star Tour offer three options

In the three new solid core, multilayer, urethane-covered Srixon balls announced for retail in Australia from next month, it’s the little changes that do the most to optimise distance and improve greenside spin.