
Johnny joined GolfMagic as Reviews Editor in 2023 having worked for Sports Impact for two years as Head of Social Media, working alongside prominent golf brands including Galvin Green, Motocaddy and Wilson. Johnny attended Oxford Brookes where he earned his degree in film studies before converting to journalism having attained his NCTJ diploma at News Associates, the number one journalism course in the UK, in 2020. Johnny is an avid Arsenal fan and currently plays of a handicap of 7.9. His golfing hero is Seve Ballesteros and he is currently a nomad golfer having learnt to play at Studley Wood Golf Club in Oxfordshire.
Articles by Johnny Percival

Scottie Scheffler told he's not the next Tiger Woods by Masters legend
Despite his red-hot form, Sir Nick Faldo believes the Tiger Woods comparisons have come too soon for Scottie Scheffler.
Sir Nick Faldo on Rory McIlroy: "He stands up there with a wedge and we all cringe"
Sir Nick Faldo delivered a scathing review of Rory McIlroy's short game ahead of The Masters.

Nelly Korda wins fourth straight LPGA Tour event beating Leona Maguire at the T-Mobile Match Play
Nelly Korda was in unbeatable form in Las Vegas, defeating Leona Maguire to secure her fourth straight LPGA Tour title.
Akshay Bhatia WITB: Valero Texas Open
Akshay Bhatia lifted his second PGA Tour trophy at the Valero Texas Open. Here are all the clubs he used to get the job done.

Why Tiger Woods' legendary coach wanted him to miss Masters cut
Butch Harmon has revealed why he wanted Tiger to miss the cut at the 2023 Masters.
Butch Harmon: I made sure McIlroy's coach was "okay" with pre Masters meeting
Butch Harmon made sure to get the all-clear from Rory McIlroy's coach, Michael Bannon, before giving him a pre-Masters tune-up.

Paul McGinley on why he’s "disappointed" with Tiger Woods ahead of The Masters
Exclusive: Paul McGinley is surprised and disappointed with how Tiger Woods has prepared for The Masters.

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Ex Ryder Cup captain reveals Rory McIlroy’s biggest flaw ahead of The Masters
Exclusive: Paul McGinley reveals what Rory McIlroy needs to improve to win The Masters.

Sun Mountain offers personalisation on new golf bag range
Latest premium feature-packed carry & cart bags available with a personal touch

“He turned his back on the game”: Brandel Chamblee rips into LIV Golf star
Brandel Chamblee has continued his war of words with Phil Mickelson after criticising the LIV Golf star for turning his back on the PGA Tour.

Keita Nakajima WITB: Hero India Open
Keita Nakajima secured his first DP World Tour victory in style with a wire-to-wire win at the Hero India Open. Here are all the clubs he used to get the job done.

Orange balls can lead to better scores, suggests shock golf study
A new study conducted by an Irish University has revealed that using orange golf balls could save you up to two shots per round.
KBS launches shaft aimed at players with slow swing speeds
First high launch, high spin Graphite wood shaft helps golfers get the ball airborne

Cobra Golf launches new limited edition Masters inspired Darkspeed driver
The driver has been launched to celebrate the first major of the season and incorporates some of Augusta National's iconic colours in its design.
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Former agent reveals fascinating secrets about "ultra aggressive" LIV Golf CEO
Former super agent Hughes Norton has revealed some fascinating details about Greg Norman, including where he got the idea for the LIV Golf League.

Tiger Woods' arch-rival urges LIV to buy PGA Tour Champions
Chris DiMarco has urged the LIV Golf League to buy the PGA Tour Champions so they can play for some "real money."

Nike Air Max 1 '86 OG G Golf Shoes Review
GolfMagic tests out the Nike Air Max 1 '86 OG G golf shoes.

Shocking (!) viewing figures announced from latest PGA Tour event
Viewing figures drop over a quarter in one year for the final day of the Valspar Championship.
Golf fans all say same thing after seeing new Scottie Scheffler video
Scottie Scheffler has made his fans nervous after they all spotted a big change to his setup in Houston.

Agent slams 'zombie-like' Tiger Woods after being fired out of the blue
Tiger Woods' ex-agent Hughes Norton has revealed being fired by the 15-time major winner felt like 'betrayal with a capital B'.

Rory McIlroy reveals big PGA Tour decision was made over 'drunken lunch'
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry will play together at the Zurich Classic in April after the pair agreed to team up over a drunken lunch after the Ryder Cup.
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Nick Dougherty launches fundraising drive for 'Unleash Your Drive' programme
Nick Dougherty has launched a national fundraising drive giving all golfers the chance to play in the BMW PGA Championship Pro-Am at Wentworth.
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