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Golf's Revival in Netherlands Welcomes New Generation

5/26/2025

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Golf is making a vibrant comeback in the Netherlands, drawing in a new generation of players like 25-year-old Jan van de Minkeles. With nearly 430,000 golfers reported by the Royal Dutch Golf Federation, clubs such as Hollandsche Golfclub Almkreek are breaking down elitist barriers by offering affordable lessons and fostering a welcoming, casual environment for all.

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Golf is making a vibrant comeback in the Netherlands, drawing in a new generation of players like 25-year-old Jan van de Minkeles. With nearly 430,000 golfers reported by the Royal Dutch Golf Federation, clubs such as Hollandsche Golfclub Almkreek are breaking down elitist barriers by offering affordable lessons and fostering a welcoming, casual environment for all.