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As golf’s popularity continues to grow in the UK, so too does interest in wagering on the sport. Golf betting has evolved far beyond simply picking a tournament winner. With the rise of digital platforms and shifting regulations, fans are embracing a wider array of markets and strategies.
 
One significant development is the rise of new betting sites entering the market. UK players are increasingly drawn to international betting platforms that offer greater flexibility, expanded marke

Prince’s will stage the 53rd Walker Cup between Great Britain and Ireland and the United States of America in 2030.
The renowned venue on the glorious Kent coastline will host the biennial team contest for the first time.
Prince’s staged The Open in 1932 – famously won by Gene Sarazen – and hosted Final Qualifying for The Open from 2018 to 2022.
The famed links in Sandwich also has an illustrious history of staging leading amateur events, including The Women’s

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Rory, you’re a four-time winner of the Truist Championship, but at Quail Hollow Golf Club, and this year we’re at the Philadelphia Cricket Club. Can you open up with some thoughts about defending at this historic course?
RORY MCILROY: Yeah, the last two times I’ve won the Truist Championship, I haven’t been able to defend on the same golf course the next year. We won in ’21 and then played Potomac, and won last year and then we’re here.
So it doesn&rsqu

New slot development studios have revolutionized the digital gambling business in the previous decade as they establish themselves as leading global entertainment operators.
Instead of building basic reel machines these innovative studios create intricate player experiences through their sophisticated business models by perfectly combining mathematical programming and psychological tactics with artistic design elements.
Evolutionary slots developers have created various revenue models which allo

Tournament host Michelle Wie West talks to the media at ahead of the Mizuho Americas Open at Liberty National Golf Club
 
Thinking like that back this tournament last year. You were pregnant. Had just been on Fallon. You were getting ready for another great event here. Tell us a little bit about the journey of 2024 and what we can look forward to in 2025 this year?
MICHELLE WIE WEST: Yeah, it’s crazy to think it’s already a third year, and super exciting announcement coming out

Golfers seeking unmatched craftsmanship and intricate attention to detail from their golf bag – both on and off the course – can expect the most premium and durable design features from the all-new infinity vinyl Matchplay collection from Sun Mountain.
The latest range, which sets a new standard in golf bag design, offers superior functionality and timeless style and includes the sleek Swift Sunday Stand Bag, an ultra-lightweight carry model; the 4-Way and 14-Way Stand Bags, offering

LIV Golf has announced that world-renowned superstar artist, DJ and producer Kygo will headline this year’s post-play entertainment on Saturday 26 July at 6:30 p.m. at LIV Golf UK by JCB as the League returns to JCB Golf & Country Club following a memorable inaugural edition in 2024.
As fans gear up to witness LIV Golf’s 54 international stars in Staffordshire from 25-27 July, Hospitality Tickets and three-day Grounds passes for the highly anticipated event are on sale now at LIV

The launch of TGL, a technology-infused indoor golf league founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, has added a bold new dimension to the sports betting landscape. With a fast-paced format, team-based matchups, and an arena-style atmosphere, TGL offers something distinctly different from traditional golf tournaments. Bettors intrigued by this high-tech take on the game need to understand how the format, player dynamics, and scheduling quirks influence the odds and outcomes.
Here’s what you

Horse racing betting is changing faster than ever, and 2025 is shaping to be a year where staying informed can make all the difference. With technology driving the rise of in-play betting, data analysis tools helping bettors find value bets and social media providing instant updates, punters have more information at their fingertips than ever. Betting exchanges also give bettors greater control over their odds. At the same time, bankroll management remains crucial for long-term success. Understa

Royal St George’s is to introduce a green fee rate for those that are members of a Club affiliated with Kent Golf.
In much the same way as the County Card scheme, those eligible are able to book a tee time at 14 days’ notice under the following conditions:
The Club occupies a unique place in the history of golf, for it was at the Sandwich venue in 1894, that the Open Championship was first played outside Scotland.
In all there have been 15 Open Championships played at St George&rsquo

Golf has long been a beloved sport in the United Kingdom, with its rich history, iconic courses, and deeply rooted traditions. From the scenic Scottish Highlands to the picturesque fairways of England, the UK is home to some of the world’s most prestigious golf tournaments, as well as rising stars poised to leave their mark on the sport. In this article, we explore the major golf championships held in the UK and the players who could dominate in the years to come.
The Major Golf Championsh

Interview with World Number 1 in 2025, CJ CUP Byron Nelson winner Scottie Scheffler
Q. You just captured your 14th PGA victory, first of the season, and here at the Byron Nelson where you made your PGA TOUR debut. What does it feel like?
SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER: It’s pretty special. This tournament means a lot to me. I grew up coming here to watch. It’s very special to have won this tournament.
Yeah, I don’t really know how to describe the feeling other than it’s really fun to

Equipment Editor, Dan Owen Embarks on the Ultimate Golf Pilgrimage to PING’s Phoenix HQ, Where Engineering Genius, Unrivalled Craftsmanship, and Game- Changing Technology come together
Visiting PING’s Phoenix HQ is a golf nerd’s pilgrimage. Unlike the majority of the golf industry, which is focused in California, PING are based in the Arizona desert, and I believe being out of that bubble is one of the reasons why PING clubs are different from everything else on the market.
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Equipment Editor, Dan Owen Embarks on the Ultimate Golf Pilgrimage to PING’s Phoenix HQ, Where Engineering Genius, Unrivalled Craftsmanship, and Game- Changing Technology come together
Visiting PING’s Phoenix HQ is a golf nerd’s pilgrimage. Unlike the majority of the golf industry, which is focused in California, PING are based in the Arizona desert, and I believe being out of that bubble is one of the reasons why PING clubs are different from everything else on the market.
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Kent’s Ken Powell has become the first ever Paragolfer to reach England Golf’s Race To Woodhall Spa Final, sponsored by Your Golf Travel.
Ken amassed 38 points at his home course of North Foreland to finish just a point behind winner Mason Hannant, and in doing so, secured his spot at the final in August at Woodhall Spa.
He said: “I’m extremely thrilled to come through the regional qualifying at North Foreland. The setting was perfect for good golf. The course was in magn

Chart Hills Golf Club and London Golf Club have unveiled a new stay and play golf package for 2025, designed to give golfers the opportunity to experience the very best inland golf that the Southeast of England has to offer.
Available to book from May 1st, The Kent Golf Experience package includes 18 holes of first-class golf on both the Sir Nick Faldo designed course at Chart Hills and the International Jack Nicklaus Course at London Golf Club, in addition to an overnight stay at The Barn, the

One of Devon’s leading Championship golf courses is teeing off for the new season with a new golf shop and members’ area, following a six-figure investment.
 
Bovey Castle Golf and Leisure Club – which is part of the five-star Bovey Castle hotel in Dartmoor – has unveiled the new area, which will complement the hotel’s 18-hole course.
 
The £160,000 project comprises a new shop featuring premium golf brand partners such as Titleist, Peter Millar, Cob

PING has expanded its range of innovative, lightweight carry bags with the introduction of the Moonlander, designed specifically for golfers who value simplicity, performance, and refined style. This launch comes alongside the refreshed Moonlite carry bag, the lightest model in their lineup.
PING is also rolling out fresh colourways across its full carry bag collection, as well as limited-edition Gradient Mr. PING designs in the Hoofer 14 and Moonlite models – marking the start of the 2025

Interview by Jack Martin
It’s 20 years since you won the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. Do you still look back and think, ‘Wow, I’m a major winner’?
“I can’t believe it is 20 years. It was unbelievable to beat Tiger Woods,one of the best players to ever play the game, in his prime. I’m remembered more for that than winning the US Open. It was one of those weeks where everything came together. It was like an out of body experience. It didn’t happen ov

For David Taylor, a seasoned professional caddie with a passport full of stamps and a career built on navigating chaos with clarity, success has always come from what happens in the moment. Not the easy ones—but the moments where pressure peaks, time shrinks, and everything is on the line.
He’s stood on the edge of playoffs, walked beside champions, and guided elite golfers through some of the sport’s most defining venues. His journey to those moments didn’t start on the

An exciting period of new investment will continue at PGA Aroeira Lisboa next month when the iconic Portuguese venue begins a major renovation of its popular course, PGA Aroeira No.2.
Having completed a significant upgrade of PGA Aroeira No.1 in 2024, Donald Steel’s classic design will undergo a similar makeover over the summer as part of the investment taking place at the Lisbon venue, which unveiled its new identity as PGA Aroeira Lisboa last October.
Formerly known as Aroeira Challenge,

Laguna Golf Phuket has revealed a series of enhancements to the PGA Golf Academy, the only one of its kind in Southeast Asia, further solidifying its reputation as a leading golf and leisure destination.
The updates include a refurbishment that features upgraded equipment and the introduction of a new series of golf lessons tailored to individual needs, requirements, and age groups, led by a team of certified resident PGA Professional coaches.
The academy is dedicated to high-performance coachin

As the 2025 golf season gains momentum, after Rory Mcllroy’s amazing display at the Masters at Augusta National….attention now shifts to the remaining three majors: the PGA Championship, the U.S. Open, and The Open Championship.
Each promises drama, history, and an opportunity for the game’s best to etch their names into the record books.
First up is the USPGA Championship, set to take place at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina. Quail Hollow, known for its challen

Dumbarnie Links, Clive Clark’s critically acclaimed layout nestled on Fife’s south coast, has reopened for the 2025 season with changes to its 10th hole set to enhance the playing experience even further.
 
Despite only opening for play in 2020, Dumbarnie has enjoyed a dramatic rise in its short lifespan. Regarded as one of the world’s finest new links designs, Clark’s ‘modern masterpiece’ was recently ranked 37th in Golf Monthly’s Top 100 UK &

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LADDIE LUCAS | SANDY LODGE GOLF CLUB, HERFORDSHIRE | AUGUST 7, 1954
If you are looking to compile a list of unsung heroes of the pre- WWII amateur game, then there would be few people higher up the pecking order than Percy ‘Laddie’ Lucas.
Lucas was, quite literally, born into golf, having breathed his first breath in the clubhouse at Prince’s Golf Club in Kent in 1915.
Growing up on the Kent links, where his father served as the club secretary – having co-founded the club

Marco Penge secured his maiden DP World Tour title with a brilliant final-round 67 to win the 2025 Hainan Classic by three shots.
Starting the day tied for the lead with home favourite Bowen Xiao, the Englishman briefly trailed a surging Sean Crocker at the turn.
However, a sensational run of three consecutive birdies at the 12th, 13th, and 14th holes saw Penge pull clear of the field and wrap up an emotional victory at Mission Hills Resort Haikou.
The 2023 HotelPlanner Tour Number One finished

England Golf has won its biennial match against Spain after a convincing 19.5-10.5 victory at La Galiana Golf Resort
England led 10.5-4.5 after Friday’s first day of play, thanks to a 3.5-1.5 win in the morning foursomes and a commanding 7-3 win in the afternoon singles.
A 3-2 win in the morning foursomes on Saturday, including a mammoth 8&7 win for Eliot Baker and Ben Bolton, saw England take a strong lead heading into the final session’s singles, where they triumphed again 6-4,