The Golfing Mind

https://www.siegergolf.com/online-courses This week, we delve into Tommy Fleetwood's latest heartbreaker at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. Despite holding a five-shot lead midway and a two-stroke advantage with five holes remaining, Fleetwood faltered late, finishing tied for third. This marks his 46th top-10 finish without a PGA Tour win, a record dating back to 1983 . What can he do to fix thi...

Welcome back to The Golfing Mind, the podcast that explores the inner game of golf—where performance begins between the ears, not just between the fairways. This week, we're diving deep into the mindset of the man who’s dominating the game like few others have in recent years—Scottie Scheffler. Calm, consistent, and quietly competitive, Scheffler isn’t just winning tournaments—he’s redefining what...

Welcome to this week’s Golfing Mind. In this special episode, “THE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW 2025,” we’re turning our focus to the upcoming Open Championship at Royal Portrush, set for July 17–20. Whether you’re a casual fan or a serious bettor, we’ve got you covered with an expert breakdown of course conditions, player form, and our keenly awaited picks. We’ll begin by mapping out Portrush’s sign...

https://www.siegergolf.com/ Welcome to this week’s episode of The Golfing Mind, titled “Why Exactly Do You Play Golf Anyway?” Today, we’re diving deep into the heart and soul of what drives us to pick up those clubs time and time again. Is it pure enjoyment—the simple thrill of watching that ball soar, the fresh breeze on the course, and that satisfying click of a perfect swing? Absolutely. But go...

Welcome to this week’s episode of The Golfing Mind, where we’re diving into seven mental habits every golfer should adopt to improve their inner game. You don’t need to be a tour professional or work with a sports psychologist to benefit from these tips—each one is simple, practical, and proven to make a real difference. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or someone chasing a single-digit handicap,...

Welcome to a special edition of The Golfing Mind, where today we dive deep into the drama, triumph, and heartbreak of the 2025 U.S. Open at the legendary Oakmont Country Club. Joined by Omar Malik and Bob Ross, we give. Our thoughts and opinions on this year's championship. It lived up to every expectation, testing the nerves, skill, and resilience of the world’s best players on one of golf’s most...

https://www.siegergolf.com/ Welcome to this week's episode of The Golfing Mind, titled "The Problem with Practice." Too often, golfers head to the range and hit balls mindlessly, hoping for improvement through sheer repetition. But without a structured plan, clear objectives, and focused intent, such practice can reinforce bad habits rather than eliminate them. By adopting a more purposeful approa...

Welcome to this week's episode of The Golfing Mind podcast, where we delve into the highly anticipated 2025 U.S. Open Championship at the storied Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania. As Oakmont prepares to host its 10th U.S. Open, the course's legendary challenges—lightning-fast greens, the infamous Church Pew bunkers, and unforgiving rough—promise a true test of skill and composure for the world...

https://www.siegergolf.com/first-lesson-free-page Sadly, too often we fall out of love with golf. There are various reasons for this, which, if we are aware of them, perhaps we can avoid them taking hold and causing us to sentence our golf clubs to a lifetime of dust collection in the basement. Many professionals, upon retirement, never play golf again; it was their job, their place of work, and t...

Hello and welcome back to The Golfing Mind, where we delve into the mental, physical, and emotional facets of the game we all cherish. Today, we're privileged to have a guest whose expertise bridges the worlds of medicine and golf. Dr. Omar Malik is a distinguished Consultant Neurologist at Imperial College London. Beyond his medical credentials, Dr. Malik is a passionate golfer with a profound un...

​Welcome to The Golfing Mind—the podcast that explores the mental game behind great golf. In this episode, titled “Finally: How to Get in the Zone,” we delve into the elusive yet attainable flow state where peak performance resides. We explore techniques that train your mind to stay present and focused. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a weekend warrior, understanding how to enter and maintain the...

Welcome to The Golfing Mind podcast! In this episode, we preview the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, set to tee off from May 15–18. Rory McIlroy, fresh off completing the career Grand Slam with his Masters win, is a favourite, especially given his four previous victories at Quail Hollow. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, coming off a dominant win at the CJ Cup...

Welcome back to The Golfing Mind Today’s episode deals with something every golfer—at every level—has experienced: setbacks. Whether it’s a blow-up hole that derails a good round, a missed short putt when it mattered most, or a string of bad shots that seem to come out of nowhere, these moments can feel brutal. They stir up frustration, anger, disappointment, and even self-doubt. And if we’re hone...

Welcome to The Golfing Mind—I'm Robin Sieger, and if you've listened before, you'll know that while I love golf, I'm fascinated by the mental side of the game—that part of us that swings the club long before we ever take it back. Today's episode might feel a little uncomfortable. It's titled "Be Honest With Yourself," not about swing mechanics, club choice, or course management. It's about somethi...

Welcome to The Golfing Mind, where we delve into the psychological aspects behind golf's most iconic moments. In this episode, we turn our attention with a forensic look into the 2025 Masters Tournament, where Rory McIlroy achieved his long-awaited career Grand Slam, overcoming immense pressure and mental hurdles. McIlroy's journey to donning the green jacket was marked by resilience and mental fo...

Send us a text Welcome to this week's episode of The Golfing Mind, where we explore the intriguing question: why do some countries produce more world-class golfers than others? Today, we'll focus on the remarkable success of Scandinavian and American golfers and explore why the United Kingdom has produced fewer Major champions than one might expect. Scandinavian countries, particularly Sweden and...

Send us a text ​In the upcoming episode of The Golfing Mind, hosts Robin Sieger, Neil Falconer, and Mike Kershaw will focus on the highly anticipated 2025 Masters Tournament. Scheduled for April 10–13 at the iconic Augusta National Golf Club in Georgia, this 89th edition is a captivating event. ​ The trio will delve into the tournament's storied history and the unique challenges presented by Augus...

Send us a text Welcome back to The Golfing Mind, the podcast where we explore the mental game behind great golf. This week’s episode is titled "The Difference That Makes the Difference". Have you ever watched the pros and thought, "What do they have that I don’t?" Yes, they hit it farther and strike it purer—but there's something else. Something less obvious. And yet, it's the thing that often sep...

Send us a text Welcome to this week's edition of The Golfing Mind, where we delve into the game's intricacies to help you enhance your performance and enjoyment on the putting green. In this episode, we're focusing on one of the most crucial clubs in your bag, yes, you guessed it —the putter. We'll explore the top putters currently available on the market, analyzing their performance features. Aft...

Send us a text Improving your golf game isn't solely about perfecting your swing or enhancing your physical fitness; it's equally about honing your mental approach. Regarding the mental facets of golf, Robin explores and analyses the five critical components of the mental game that we should all use for our long-term development.  A Birkhall Media Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Send us a text In this episode of the Golfing Mind podcast, we journey back to a time when golf was rich in character and colourful personalities, even if not in financial rewards. We'll explore the lives of three remarkable figures, Ky Laffoon and Titanic Thompson, who overcame significant odds to leave their mark on the game. Additionally, we'll delve into the fiery temperament of Tommy Bolt and...

Send us a text What do golf and skiing have in common? At first glance, not much—one is a slow, deliberate game of precision, and the other is a fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled sport. But when you look deeper, both require mental strength, balance, rhythm, and a strong ability to stay in the present moment. In this episode of The Golfing Mind, we explore the surprising similarities between these two...

Send us a text For the first podcast of 2025, I will focus on three players who are truly worth watching. These players are exciting, gifted, and talented. I believe they will be incredible to watch as they develop. Additionally, I will explore the new Monday and Tuesday night televised golf format. This format was created and developed by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy. I will discuss what it invol...

Send us a text https://www.siegergolf.com/online-coursesGolf isn’t just a physical game—it’s a mental challenge, a test of patience, focus, and attitude. In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most critical topics for every golfer: the top ten things holding the average golfer back from improving. Whether it’s mental blocks, unhelpful attitudes, or mechanical flaws, we’ll uncover the barrie...

Send us a text This week on The Golfing Mind, we spotlight the remarkable rise of Scottie Scheffler, the World No. 1 golfer for the second consecutive year. In a sport where physical ability is matched only by mental fortitude, Scheffler stands out for his consistency and unparalleled psychological game. What makes him the best golfer in the world right now? We examine the five key factors behind...