Feb 3rd, 2019 Article
The First Lady of Golf Architecture dies
The PGA of America has issued a statement following the death of Alice Dye - the First Lady of Golf Architecture.
Aug 1st, 2018 Article
The sky's the limit for radical Palmares
The five-star Onyria Palmares Beach & Golf Resort, in Portugal’s Algarve, has a radical solution for those nervous golfers who struggle to hole a crucial putt or hit their opening drive when everybody is watching. The award-winning resort, in Lagos, is to offer a stay-and-play package combining golf with ... skydiving!
Apr 25th, 2018 Article
Danish duo are to be BJØRN again at Verdura
European Ryder Cup captain Thomas Bjørn and World Cup winner Thorbjørn Olesen will have high hopes of claiming another European Tour victory for Denmark next month after adding their names to the impressive line-up that will take part in the 2018 Rocco Forte Sicilian Open at Verdura Resort.
Feb 27th, 2018 Article
U.S. Open to introduce 2-hole playoff this year
The 2018 US Open will feature a two-hole aggregate format in the event of a playoff. It's a welcome move by the USGA, given previous years where the event was extended by a day and tied players competed over 18 extra holes. Normally in front of pretty sparse crowds as people are back to work on Monday.
Jan 6th, 2016 Article
Royal County Down Wins
Congratulations to Royal County Down, which has just won a prestidgeous award for being the best course in the world.
Nov 24th, 2022 Article
Madeira delivers Christmas Magic for Golfers
Madeira may be famous for its glorious summers, but the beloved island destination is once again preparing to delight guests over the holiday season with an enticing schedule of festivities. Golfers visiting any of Madeira’s three stunning golf clubs can get into the festive spirit on and off the course before a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration welcomes in 2023 in style.
Jun 14th, 2018 Article
Seth Johnson takes a bow at La Manga
Sir Kenny Dalglish’s loss was Seth Johnson’s gain after the newly-knighted star missed out on the chance of victory in the prestigious Footballers’ Golf Classic at La Manga Club – because he had to leave to prepare for the announcement of his impending knighthood.
Feb 2nd, 2018 Article
GP Staunchie Reader Awards Part 2
The votes have been counted and you have chosen your favourite players, commentators, Bunch Of Arse and Help The Gravy moments of 2017...
Jun 20th, 2016 Article
Footballer’s Golf Classic
Manchester City cult hero Andy Morrison put former boss Kenny Dalglish in the shade as he romped to a memorable victory in the 20th edition of the Footballers’ Golf Classic at the world-famous La Manga Club in Spain.
Feb 14th, 2016 Article
Happy birthday to Happy Gilmore.
It seems just like yesterday, well maybe last week, but it's actually the 20th anniversary of the release of Happy Gilmore. Cripes. Here's why we still love it.
Jan 25th, 2019 Article
Arccos launch 'must have' game improvement accessory
Arccos Golf, the pioneer of artificial intelligence (A.I) for golf has announced the introduction of Arccos Link, a small, ultra-lightweight accessory that allows users of the Arccos Caddie platform to automatically record their on-course performance data without the need for a phone in the pocket.
Dec 14th, 2016 Article
Henrik Stenson wins player of the year
Following directly on from winning the Golf Writers' Association Trophy, Henrik Stenson has now landed the big one – European Tour Player of the Year. It's going to be a very happy Christmas down at the Stensons.
