What does "turf" mean in this context?

[Simon]

He hated the press, and this willingness to talk on their turf and under their gun meant only one thing - he would point the finger at someone else.

Best regards,
Simon

[Alan]

Hi Simon,

I imagine turf in your sentence means on their ground/territory. It has the sense of being on their terms/in their favour.

Alan
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