Written by TG staff writer on Wednesday 17 October 2012
Iconic four-time Ryder Cup host venue, The Belfry, is exhibiting at the International Golf Travel Market in Portugal’s Algarve from the 12th – 15th November. The comprehensive resort, home to the world-famous Brabazon Course and PGA Headquarters, returns to the golf travel industry’s premier trade event for the first time in 8 years. The Belfry team will be on-hand at...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Wednesday 17 October 2012
Ping are celebrating again after winning the coveted ‘Supplier of the Year’ accolade at the recent Foremost Awards Dinner for the fifth year running. The manufacturer’s successful evening was completed with the ‘Iron of the Year’ award for the much-admired G20, the latest generation of the brand’s hallmark G family. The news is the icing on the 2012 cake for Ping, who’ve...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Tuesday 16 October 2012
Following on from the massive success of Edition One, Edition Two of Golf Illustrated has also fully sold out. The subscription only luxury golf magazine, produced by the same company as Today’s Golfer, flew off the shelves but is still available to download via the apple store. There also still limited stocks of Edition Three and Four. Edition Four includes some of the world’s greatest...
Tuesday 16 October 2012
Rory McIlroy and Martin Kaymer will open the inaugural Shanghai Masters with a game of table tennis and a nearest-the-pin competition against world number five table tennis star Timo Boll. Four of the top five players in the current world rankings will be joined by all but one of the victorious European Ryder Cup team in China from the 25th to the 28th October for the $7m event...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Tuesday 16 October 2012
Phil Mickelson, undoubtedly the best wedge player of our generation, arguably ever, last night faced a 100-yard pitch shot to win $1 million for childrens’ charity First Book, but he fluffed it. Teaming up with his corporate sponsor KPMG, Mickelson took dead aim from one end zone to a makeshift green in the other, during halftime of the San Diego Chargers...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Wednesday 10 October 2012
It is being reported that Northern Irishman Darren Clarke will be offered the Ryder Cup captaincy for 2014 when the European Tour’s Ryder Cup committee announce their decision in January. Although no formal announcement has been made, sources including the Daily Mail say the 44-year-old has already been approached by the European Tour and has indicated that he wants the...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Tuesday 9 October 2012
Tiger Woods has revealed that he would one day like to lead the American Ryder Cup team. The 14-time major winner endured a torrid time during his side’s recent loss at Medinah, picking up only half a point, but he has told the press that he is keen to lead his team in the future, once he has improved his personal...
Written by TG staff writer on Tuesday 9 October 2012
De Vere Oulton Hall played the perfect host for the annual De Vere Charity Golf day, which raised £7,985 for the British Heart Foundation (BHF). Several sports stars and golf industry professionals gathered at the event supporting the BHF, including De Vere ambassador, model and TV personality Sophie Horn, and former World Champion athlete, Steve Cram. The golf day was held...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Monday 8 October 2012
Direct Golf UK have announced the launch of a new iPad app to coincide with extensive updates to their existing apps for Androids and iPhones. The new free app enables users to watch video equipment reviews, swing tips and drills from leading coaches and offers a comprehensive guide to shopping that will help users select the right equipment to improve their game. It also features the...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Monday 8 October 2012
Paul McGinley would love the chance to captain Europe at the 2014 Ryder Cup, but insists he will not chase the role. “It’s a big honour to be Ryder Cup captain but it’s not something I want to commit myself to or say too much about,” said the Irishman. “It’s best if I just step away now and let things...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Monday 8 October 2012
Europe’s biggest golf superstore, American Golf, has secured a £20m debt refinancing package from the Royal Bank of Scotland Corporate. It is thought that the new package will free up the cash needed to enable the company to continue to pursue their growth strategy, including a target of opening six new stores per year and continuing to build its online presence.
Written by TG Courses editor on Friday 5 October 2012
British Actor James Nesbitt, star of Cold Feet, Monroe and The Hobbit, recently showed off his golfing skills at top Turkey course, LykiaLinks Antalya. Set in Belek, one of Europe’s most vibrant golfing regions, Nesbitt enjoyed the 18-hole championship course whilst taking in the breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea and Taurus mountains in the Turkish sunshine. Despite being an accomplished player, Nesbitt’s...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Friday 5 October 2012
Subscribe to 13 issues of Britain’s best selling golf magazine this month and you will also receive a dozen premium Callaway golf balls worth £39.99! This month’s edition includes a look at TaylorMade’s new putter and irons, Mizuno’s newest woods, a look at 2014 Ryder Cup host Gleneagles, a trip to the Italian Ferrari factory with Ian Poulter, an exclusive with...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Thursday 4 October 2012
Issue 302 of Britain’s best selling golf magazine is available to download now from the Apple store and it is packed full of incredible content! This month’s cover feature sees Nick Faldo unearth memories of how he re-built his swing to win six majors, and what he thinks of Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods’ swings now. You will also get an exclusive to...
Written by Ryder Cup 2012 on Thursday 4 October 2012
Our Ryder Cup Fantasy Golf game was a massive success, with over 7,547 signing-up, making 15,827 overall managers for 2012. Some of you were luckier than others, while some will claim months of meticulous planning was behind their success. All our prize winners are listed below. Here’s what they won: 1st Place – Five nights B&B in the five-star hotel and...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Thursday 4 October 2012
The number one ball supplier in golf is offering the ideal Christmas gift for any serious golfer with free personalisation of its golf ball range From October until the 10th of December, customers can get free printing on all of their market-leading golf balls, including the Pro V1 and Pro V1x models. The personalisation can be anything from an individual’s initials, to a nickname or even a special Christmas...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Thursday 4 October 2012
On Monday, 8 October, approximately 100 hickory golfers from across the globe will take to Monifieth Medal Golf Course for the first round of the World Hickory Open Championship 2012 – playing with traditional hickory-shafted golf clubs and dressed in golfing outfits from days gone by. “This is the first time the World Hickory Open has been held in Carnoustie Country...
Written by Jake O'Reilly on Thursday 4 October 2012
Issue 301 of Britain’s best selling golf magazine hits the shelves today, and it is packed full of incredible content! This month’s features include a look at TaylorMade’s new putter and irons, Mizuno’s newest woods, a look at 2014 Ryder Cup host Gleneagles, a trip to the Italian Ferrari factory with Ian Poulter, an exclusive with R&A Chief Peter Dawson and our in-depth...
Written by Ryder Cup 2012 on Tuesday 2 October 2012
Jose Maria Olazabal has said he does not intend to lead the European side at Gleneagles in the 2014 Ryder Cup. The Spaniard masterminded Europe’s historic comeback from 10-4 down to claim a 14.5-13.5 win in Medinah against America’s strongest ever team on paper. “Clearly I won’t do it again,” said Olazabal, who believes several people could be suited to the role, including his four vice-captains from...
Written by Ryder Cup 2012 on Friday 28 September 2012
Jose Maria Olazabal was interviewed by respected sports business journalist Richard Gillis on behalf of Ernst and Young – partners of the 2012 and 2014 Ryder Cup teams – ahead of the contest at Medinah. The European captain is a famously private person but they were fortunate enough to spend three hours with him in the relaxed environment of his...