Why Is Golf A Sport?

Some say golf is not a sport. 


They can argue like this on why golf is not a real sport:

”Golf isn't a sport; it's a skill much like bowling, billiards, darts, auto racing, curling, shuffleboard and pinochle. It's an activity that older people take up when their knees go bad and they can't play real sports like basketball, baseball and football anymore.”

(Source: Chicago Tribune)

But they are wrong.


Golf is a sport.


Here’s why golf is a sport…

“Sport pertains to any form of competitive physical activity or game that aims to use, maintain or improve physical ability and skills while providing enjoyment to participants and, in some cases, entertainment to spectators. Sports can, through casual or organized participation, improve one's physical health.”

(Source: Wikipedia)

There should be no doubt why golf is a sport.

Golf ball rolling into the holeSome say golf is not a sport. They can argue on why golf is not a real sport: But they are wrong. Golf is a sport. It has to be - it's one of the most difficult sports out there!

Golf meets all the criteria of a sport:


  • Playing golf is a competitive physical activity.

Golf is a competitive sport that’s actually a lot more physical than you think. According to some sources, the average golfer walks about 5,000 to 10,000 steps on the golf course.


If you want to have a good golf swing, you need to be a competitive athlete. You need to have a competitive mind-set and be out there to win. You need to play hard. It’s a competitive physical activity.


  • Playing golf aims to use, maintain or improve your physical ability.

Playing golf is a great way to exercise, but it’s also a great way to make friends and keep in touch with clients and industry contacts. The great thing about playing golf is that it can be as physical or as mental as you want it to be.


You should play golf if you want to get in shape, or if you want to work on your mental focus, or if you want to improve the strength of your arms or your back. You should play golf if you want to improve your balance or if you want to improve your flexibility.


  • Playing golf aims to maintain or improve your skills while providing enjoyment to you and your playing partners.

Golf is a great sport because it can be played by anyone at any age, and it’s a great way to maintain or improve your skills as a player while providing enjoyment for you and your friends. Most of all, it’s just a nice way to relax and enjoy each other’s company.


I’m a big fan of golfing because it’s a great way to unwind and maintain your skills as a player. You don’t need to be a great golfer to enjoy it, either.


  • Sports like golf can, through casual or organized participation, improve one's physical health.

Golf is a great sport to play because you can do it at any age and you don't have to be fit to start. As long as you can walk and can carry your golf clubs, you can play.


Or, put in another way:


“Golf is an exercise which is much used by a gentleman in Scotland……A man would live 10 years the longer for using this exercise once or twice a week.” - Dr. Benjamin Rush (1745 – 1813)

(Source: Historic UK)


  • People often confuse the terms ‘game’ and ‘sport’. 


A game is defined as an activity to be played for amusement or recreation, in which individuals, teams or groups compete against each other, within a set of rules or in accordance with a set of customs. 


Sport is a physical activity which is governed by a set of rules or customs. The names are sometimes used interchangeably, but the fact remains that the two words do tend to have some overlap in meaning.


The short answer is that golf is a sport because the people who play it think it is. Golf is an activity that contains all the elements of a sport. It is competitive, played in teams and individuals, and has a score that can be calculated to determine a winner. Golfers also have to employ a variety of skills in order to play it well.


And here’s why golf is a great sport…


Why Golf Is A Great Sport

Golf may be your favorite sport or a sport you’ve never even tried. It’s not just a great sport, but also one that comes with tons of health benefits. 


Golf has been around for many years and remains one of the most popular sports in the world. Even if you’re an avid golfer or have played a few times, you likely didn’t know about all these other benefits of playing golf.


This might come as a surprise to you but despite the age-old belief that golf is an elitist and snooty sport, there’s actually a lot of reasons why golf is a great sport for just about anyone.


It is a gentle sport which helps to bring out the gentleman in all of us. It’s also a great way to burn off some of that excess energy. Golf has been around for hundreds of years, and it still remains a popular sport today. 


So if you’re thinking about taking up the sport of golf, here are some benefits you might not have anticipated:


1. It's a great workout.

2. It's an excellent stress reliever.

3. It's an excellent team building exercise.

4. It's a great way to meet people.

5. It's a great way to get away from the city for a few hours.

6. It's a great way to get outside and enjoy the outdoors.


Is Golf The Hardest Sport In The World?

Golf is a sport that has stood the test of time. It’s also a sport that’s not for everyone. 


Is golf the hardest sport in the world? 


That’s a difficult question to answer. 


If you’ve ever played a sport before, you’ll know what I mean — and if you haven’t played a sport before, I can see why you’d think that.


Everything can be measured nowadays. The fastest, the tallest, the strongest, the wittiest and the smartest. 


  • But how about the hardest sport? 
  • Which sport is the most physically demanding? 
  • Is golf really that hard? 

The answer will surprise you.


Golf is an expensive sport that requires a lot of time, patience and practice. Golf can also be a very stressful sport for beginners. If you’re not a golfer, then you probably think golf is an easy sport to learn. 


Well, I'm here to tell you, you couldn’t be more wrong.


But, again…


Is golf the hardest sport in the world? 


It's still a difficult question to answer. 


Some would say:


“No. It's not. It's not even close. Golf is not the hardest sport in the world.”


Others would say:


“Golf is arguably the hardest sport in the world. It’s the only sport that combines physical, mental, and emotional challenges.”


What is your opinion?


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