The Northern Irishman finished the round just three shots off the lead after an opening 69, however after missing a number of very makeable birdie putts in his round, McIlroy was then criticised by world renowned coach Butch Harmon.
Golf Punk has a look at some of the thrills and spills over the years of golf's oldest Major Championship. Could we see some magical moments to rival these at this years Championship at Carnoustie?
Monte Rei Golf & Country Club has been confirmed as the Official International Travel Destination Partner of the GolfPunk Clubhouse at the 147th Open Championship at Carnoustie.
Skechers GOGOLF Shoes have been confirmed as the Official Golf Shoe of the GolfPunk Clubhouse at the 147th Open Championship at Carnoustie.
The R&A have released a disguised message warning Phil Mickelson against repeating his antics from Shinnecock Hills where he hit his ball in the hole whilst it was still moving, potentially rolling off the green.
The Open is nearly upon us. So what better way to embrace the impending glory of the greatest golf festival on earth, than by taking on Sam Torrance in our Open Quiz. Good luck, he knows a few things...
More than a few interesting combinations at this years Open Championship with Sandy Lyle leading us off playing alongside Germany’s Martin Kaymer and England’s Andy Sullivan.
We’ve been asking for nominations for the best five courses never to host The Open Championship, and these beauties rose to the top.
The Open Championship 2018 is upon and and what an exciting time it is to be a golf fan with a number of exciting talents in contention for this years title, with perhaps the most unpredictable race for the crown we have had in years with a scorched Carnoustie opening up the competition to all length of hitters.
Ian Poulter has not been making friends and influencing people it would seem at the Scottish Open, as a leading Gullane member has sent a long and caustic letter to the Scottish Open tournament director titled: “Ian Poulter is an a—hole”.
Leading rental agency Clubs to Hire has entered into a commercial partnership with Europe’s largest golf travel company, Golfbreaks.com, which will have enormous benefit for travelling golfers.
The third major of the year is usually one that pits players against the unpredictable elements. For that reason, it’s even more important that players have everything they need to perform their best on the course.
