The condition of the grass on a golf course can drastically skew the chances of a winning putt regardless of a player's skill. Now, a coating that soaks up water molecules could slow the roll of a ...

No piece of golf equipment can have more of a profound effect on your game than the golf ball you play. Consider this: When ...

This specialized golf ball looks and feels smooth, but a close examination under a standard light microscope reveals tiny crystals of absorbent silica and polymers dotting the surface.

A new type of golf ball with a special "water-loving" coating could answer the prayers of every amateur hack - and even some professionals.