Monthly Archives: May 2016

One of the Muirfield members, aged 81, who voted against the introduction of women members to their club has told The Scotsman “it wasn’t just about the women, we did not want the media telling us what to do”. That … Continue reading →

Rory McIlroy and Danny Willett have both spoken out about their fears about the zika virus in Brazil which may overshadow their participation in this summer’s Olympic golf event. On Friday over a hundred scientists signed a letter to the … Continue reading →

Now looks likely to happen at The Open at Royal Troon. He has withdrawn from this week’s Memorial Tournament and is doubtful for the US Open at Oakmont. He has just received $2.5 million from one of his sponsors, Muscle … Continue reading →

Final qualifying for non exempt players takes place at Walton Heath today. Those Europeans already exempt are: Ben An, Kiradech Aphibarnrat, Daniel Berger, Rafa Cabrera Bello, Paul Casey, Darren Clarke. Jamie Donaldson, Matt Fitzpatick, Sergio Garcia, Branden Gracen Retief Goosen, … Continue reading →

Danny Willett said after the presentation by Chief Executive Keith Pelley “the tour is like a massive family so to be recognised like this is very special. It’s not just winning The Masters it’s everything that goes with it. It’s … Continue reading →

A great win for Chris Wood who came from 3 shots behind overnight to score a final round outward nine of 29 including 4 birdies and an eagle at the 4th. He had a wave of momentum driving him through … Continue reading →

It’s been called a “watershed moment in sport”. A long awaited directional change in strategy. Sport England’s new strategy for sport, announced this week can be read here: Click to access sport-england-towards-an-active-nation.pdf Importantly, it ties investment of £250 million over … Continue reading →

The Securities and Exchange Commission has named Phil Mickelson as a “relief defendant” in a civil suit alleging Mickelson made $931,000 on a stock trade thanks to insider information from friend and famous sports bettor Billy Walters, who was arrested … Continue reading →

So the Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers have voted and the answer is no. By a technicality that is. And as women will still not be allowed to become members the Royal and Ancient have responded by removing the club … Continue reading →

For those of you who have a visit to Augusta National on your bucket list, the lottery to buy tickets for practice, Par 3 contest and championship days for the 2017 Masters Tournament is still open. Visit Masters.com and apply … Continue reading →