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WHATS THE TEE: In a groundbreaking report that’s shaking up the local sports community, researchers have concluded that golf is essentially just a “hot girl walk” disguised as a sport, primarily serving as a social outlet for guys to meet up and gossip.
The study, conducted by the Australian Institute of Sport, found that the average golf game is less about the sport and more about the leisurely stroll and the banter that happens along the way.
“Let’s be real,” explained lead researcher Dr. Fiona M. Green. “Golf is just an elaborate excuse for blokes to get together, share a few laughs, and chat about everything from weekend plans to who’s tapping who.”
Participants in the study noted that the conversations on the green often include a mix of sports gossip, personal stories, and the occasional debate about who played better last week.
“It’s like a book club, but with clubs,” remarked local golfer and self-proclaimed expert in tee-time gossip, Mark Thompson. “We spend more time chatting about life than we do actually playing golf!”
Dr. Green highlighted how the sport’s leisurely pace lends itself to socialising.
“Every hole is just another opportunity for a group huddle where they can catch up on the gossip” she told Betoota.
As more and more men turn to golf, it’s clear that the game is less about competition and more about camaraderie.
“At the end of the day, golf is just a reason for guys to get out, share a few beers, and see who can tell the best story,” concluded Dr. Green.
So the next time you spot a group of men on the fairway, remember: they’re not just playing a sport; they’re on a hot girl walk, bonding over gossip one swing at a time.
