Contest Overview 

Golf Digest, in partnership with Rapsodo, Inc. (“Rapsodo”), is offering golfers the opportunity to be considered for the 2027 Golf Digest Hot List tester team through the “Rapsodo Road to the Hot List: 75 Shot Challenge” (the “Challenge”).

This Challenge is designed to identify golfers within the Rapsodo community who demonstrate performance consistency, data-driven insights, and the ability to evaluate golf equipment.

The Challenge begins May 1, 2026 and ends May 25, 2026 (the “Entry Period”).

Eligibility

To be eligible, participants must: 

• Be at least 18 years of age at the time of entry 
• Be a legal resident of the United States, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, or Puerto Rico 
• Be a right-handed golfer 
• Fall within one of the following handicap index ranges: 

1. 0-5
2. 6-9
3. 10-16

• Own or have access to a Rapsodo MLM2PRO or MLM1 launch monitor 
• Have a valid Rapsodo account and Rapsodo app access 
• Be comfortable communicating in English 
• Be physically capable of:

1. - Hitting golf balls for 6+ hours per day
2. - Participating in a multi-day (approx. 4-day) testing event

Employees of Rapsodo, Golf Digest, Warner Bros. Discovery, and their affiliates, and their immediate family members, are not eligible.

How to Enter

Step 1: Complete a 75-Shot Session

To qualify for consideration, participants must:

• Hit a minimum of seventy-five (75) golf shots in a single session
• Use a Rapsodo MLM2PRO or MLM1 device
• Ensure the session is fully recorded and synced within the Rapsodo app and associated account

Only sessions that meet all requirements and are successfully synced will be eligible.

Step 2: Written Submission 

After completing the qualifying session, participants must submit an email to:
HotList@Rapsodo.com

The submission must include:

• A written statement (75–150 words) describing:
• The participant’s golfer profile (including handicap range and location)
• How they evaluate golf equipment and performance
• Why their perspective would add value to the Golf Digest Hot List
• The email address associated with the participant’s Rapsodo account (must match session data)
• Subject line formatted as:
  - “Hot List Submission – [Full Name]”

Submission Guidelines:

• Submissions must be original and written in the participant’s own voice
• Entries must be clear, concise, and authentic
• Incomplete or mismatched submissions may be disqualified

Selection Process:

• Up to twenty-five (25) participants may be selected to advance (the “Finalists”)

Selection will be based on:

1. - Completion of qualifying 75-shot session
2. - Quality and clarity of written submission
3. - Demonstrated ability to evaluate performance data
4. - Overall fit for the Golf Digest Hot List testing program

Final Selection:

Advancement does not guarantee selection. Final tester selection is determined solely by Golf Digest editorial staff.

Event Details (If Selected):

Selected participants may be required to:

• Travel to California, Arizona, or Florida
• Participate in testing scheduled for late October through early November 2027
• Complete multi-day product testing sessions

Additional Considerations:

A recommendation from a teaching professional or club professional is encouraged but not required

Prize / Opportunity:

There is no guaranteed prize. The Challenge provides consideration for participation in the 2027 Golf Digest Hot List testing program.

General Conditions:

By entering, participants agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions and allow use of submitted materials for editorial and promotional purposes.

Release & Limitation of Liability:

Participants agree to release Rapsodo, Golf Digest, and affiliates from liability arising from participation.

Important Notes:

• Completion does not guarantee advancement
• All eligibility requirements must be met
• Void where prohibited