It takes a lot for Tiger Woods to turn down a massive appearance fee (reportedly north of $6m) and a free yacht, but that's what happened recently when the European Tour came knocking with an invite to the Saudi International, the country's first professional significant golf tournament.
Photographer Andy Hiseman’s new ‘pandemic portfolio’ shows that British golf’s spirits remain undimmed even during the current virus outbreak. Over 100 new photos taken under COVID-19 conditions at UK golf clubs have been added to the gallery at , in a collection which explodes with colour, personality and beautiful ‘magic hour’ sunset and sunrise images of golf courses.
Paige Spiranac made her Ladies European tour Debut at the Omega Dubai Ladies Masters this morning. While we would love to say she was at the top, the sponsors invite was propping up the field, having shot a first round five over 77, 11 shots behind the lead.
American Max Homa won a final round duel with countryman Keegan Bradley to win the Wells Fargo Championship in Maryland by two shots. Homa started the final round two behind the former US PGA champion but errors from both players and, in particular, Bradley produced a scrappy battle down the stretch.
Daniel Brooks got to 11-under at the Scottish Open, to take a strong three shot lead over the field. Defending champion Justin Rose is on his tail at eight-under.
The GolfPunk guide to the best in the business when it comes to splitting fairways... The Englishman with the marvellous middle name of ‘Horsfall’ never turned pro but won two Opens at the end of the 19th century, four Amateur Championships and a US Amateur, in the days when the very best were from the unpaid ranks. His most conspicuous quality was the straightness of his driving.
LIV Golf today announced that Anthony Kim has joined LIV Golf as a season-long Wild Card player. Following a retirement of nearly 12 years, the 38-year-old American will make his official return to professional competition this week at LIV Golf Jeddah, March 1-3 at Royal Greens Golf and Country Club in King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia.
Tiger Woods shoots a 66 on Friday at the Quicken Loans National to soar up the leaderboard from 23rd into tied 5th for the lead.
Peter Oosterhuis, noted player and broadcaster, dies at 75
Fifteen years ago, as a 17-year-old amateur, Mina Harigae made her debut in the U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica at Pine Needles Lodge and Golf Club. While the week ended with a disappointing final-round 80, Harigae would use that experience to help her win the U.S. Women’s Amateur Public Links title a few weeks later and play on a victorious USA Curtis Cup Team the following year.
All eyes were set on the first tee at 12:25 p.m. yesterday, as Annika Sorenstam teed off for the first time in over twelve years, alongside major winner Anna Nordqvist and defending champion Madelene Sagstrom at the Gainbridge LPGA. The LPGA and World Golf Hall of Fame member made four straight pars to start the day, but disaster struck at the 5th hole, where she ran up a triple-bogey seven.
Jordan Spieth shot a consecutive 65 to dominate on moving day at the AT&T Pro–Am at Pebble beach. He's now leading Brandt Snedecker by six clear shots. This Texan is on fire.
