Author: Matt Chivers
Matt Chivers
Now on the wrong side of 25, Matt has been playing golf since the age of 13 and was largely inspired to take up the game by countless family members who played golf during his childhood.
Matt is a member at Royal Cinque Ports in Deal playing off a 5 handicap, just a pitching wedge away from his hometown of Dover where he went to school and grew up. He has previously been a member at Etchinghill and Walmer and Kingsdown in Kent.
Having studied history at the University of Liverpool, Matt went on to pass his NCTJ Exams in Manchester a year later to fulfil his lifelong ambition of becoming a journalist. He picked up work experience along the way at places such as the Racing Post, the Independent, Sportsbeat and the Lancashire Evening Post.
Matt joined NCG in February 2023 and is the website’s main source of tour news, features and opinion. He has reported live from events such as The Open, the Ryder Cup and The Players Championship, having also interviewed and spent time with some of the biggest names in the sport.
Consuming tour golf on what is a 24/7 basis, you can come to Matt for informed views on the game and the latest updates on the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, LPGA Tour, Ladies European Tour and LIV Golf.
What’s in Matt’s bag: Cobra LTDx LS driver, Cobra LTDx 3-wood, TaylorMade P7MC irons, Ping Glide 4.0 wedges, Odyssey putter.
The 50th Players
‘The decision had consequences’: PGA Tour stars rebuff Cameron Smith chat
By Matt Chivers
19th hole
‘Refreshing!’ Fans debate Rory McIlroy’s doubts on PGA Tour entertainment value
By Matt Chivers
PGA Tour
Kurt Kitayama ‘fought hard’ for revenge on Rory McIlroy to win Arnold Palmer Invitational
By Matt Chivers
PGA Tour
Rickie Fowler: How a triple-bogey ended my chances – then sparked one of my favourite memories
By Matt Chivers
19th hole
Not again! Another college golfer has fans up in arms over etiquette scandal
By Matt Chivers
Torn on the PGA Tour schedule debate? Then this is a must-read
By Matt Chivers
19th hole
‘One of the worst things to happen to golf’: Stars divided on PGA Tour changes
By Matt Chivers
LIV Golf
PGA Tour reveals elevated-purse, no-cut events for 2024 – now where have we seen that before?
By Matt Chivers
19th hole
‘Completely disrespectful!’ Golfer sparks etiquette debate during college match
By Matt Chivers
Ryder Cup
Could LIV players tee up at the Ryder Cup? The captains have dropped their biggest hint yet
By Matt Chivers
LIV Golf
How to watch LIV Golf: Here’s what you need if you want to tune in for the 2023 season
By Matt Chivers
Dustin Johnson and Sergio Garcia split with long-time sponsors
By Matt Chivers
PGA Tour
‘It’s the best I’ve played’: Tiger Woods talks up form at Genesis Invitational
By Matt Chivers
How the PGA Tour caddies stole the show in Phoenix
By Matt Chivers
19th hole
‘I got lucky’: Rory McIlroy coy after incredible recovery shot at Phoenix Open
By Matt Chivers