The R&A announced on Monday that St Andrews will host the 150th Open in 2021. The Open was first played at St Andrews in 1873, as Tom Kidd won by one stroke. Since then, 28 more battles for the Claret Jug have raged over the Old Course. Winners on the most famous course in world […]
Golf’s governing bodies, known under the name “R&A” have made it clear they intend to take action to limit the flight of the ball. USGA chief executive officer Mike Davis had previously suggested that measures could be taken to address the incredible distances players were able to hit the ball. Now, R&A chief Martin Slumbers […]
Paul Casey is aiming for a return to Ryder Cup action, after a decade away from the tournament. The Englishman had participated in three consecutive editions between 2004 and 2008, but was overlooked by Colin Montgomerie for the 2010 tournament, as he failed to gain enough points to qualify. Casey subsequently gave up his European […]
A team consisting of first-year PGA tour players have set the world record for the fastest hole in golf history. A recent craze to have been sweeping the internet, a team of English golfers including on the European world tour set the world record last year, a time of 32.7 seconds is needed to finish […]
Karis Davidson has enjoyed a roaring start to life on the pro tour, finishing second at the Oates Vic Open in her home nation of Australia. Finishing five strokes behind second-time winner Minjee Lee, Davidson will regardless have reason to be happy with her performance. From £170 on the amateur circuit, the 19-year-old phenom cashed […]
Chris Paisley is the clubhouse leader following a weather affected first day of the Maybank Championship in Malaysia. Just under two hours of play was lost on Thursday as stormy conditions threatened the Saujana Golf and Country Club in Kuala Lumpur. Paisley has been in good form since the beginning of the year, claiming his […]
Hideki Matsuyama is aiming for a rare accomplishment in Phoenix this week, as he tries to win the Waste Management Open at TPC Scottsdale for the third year in a row. The Japanese golfer first won the tournament in 2016, with a playoff victory against Rickie Fowler. Similarly, the 25-year-old would need another playoff in […]
Tiger Woods is reportedly feeling in good shape after a strong showing in the PGA Tour at Torrey Pines last week. Whilst his driving and iron-work was largely poor, there is reason for optimism for Tiger Woods. Primarily, that his body held together over four days. At 42 years of age, his ability to make […]
Rory McIlroy has posted a strong opening round at the Dubai Desert Classic. Posting a 65, the Northern Irishman sits tied for fifth, behind a list of golfers including David Horsey, Anthony Wall, Tyrrell Hatton, and Chris Paisley. McIlroy said of his round: ‘I’m delighted with how it’s going and particularly with my short game […]
