The two-word text arrived from my friend Scott at precisely 2:32 p.m. Friday. “Quick nine?” After a busy week on the golf-news beat, a quick nine was exactly what I needed to clear my cluttered head.

What did you announce today and why is it so important? We’re updating the speeds used to test golf balls for the first time in 20 years. The game has evolved significantly during that time and it’s ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Scott Kramer covers golf and luxury technology. If you’re a golfer, your thoughts are likely turning to the course as the weather ...