GOLF.

Taranaki Daily News, 11 March 1924, Page 3

GOLF.

SIZE OF THE BALL AN INTERESTING SITUATION. By Telegraph.—Press Assn-.—Copyright. London, March 9. An interesting situation has arisen concerning the future of the golf ball. Anthony Spalding, writing to the Star, recalls that the St. Andrew’SyClub agreed six months ago with the United States Golf Association to undertake experiments with a ball lighter and larger than usually used, with a view to lessening the length of the drive. Despite the apparent threat of coming limitation. British manufacturers are working overtime to produce a ball Increasing the length of the drive, although most players would be benefited by adding inches to their putt, Instead of yards to their drive. It is reported that Duncan and Mitchell have driven the new Silver King ball, which is not yet on the market, 300 yards, which is a wonderful performance in winter time. Leading amateurs and professionals have tested the ball, and are enthusiastic over it. Meanwhile most American golfers are opposed to the limitation of driving possibilities. PLAY IN AMERICA. KIRKAVOOD RETURNS GOOD CARD. Received March 10, 8.50 p.m. New York, March 9. At Belliar Heights, Hagen and Havers de- ; feated Oekenden and Kirkwood in a four ball match one up. Havers' 67 and Kirkwood’s 69 were the best cards.