Monty’s man reveals tricks of the pro game

Two of Britain’s most experienced golf coaches will reveal tips and secrets from over 100 years in the sport – including coaching Ryder Cup heroes and European Tour players – at Britain’s newest festival of golf. PGA Master Professional Bill Ferguson, former coach to Colin Montgomerie, 2011 Open Champion Darren Clarke and five-time Major Champion … Continue reading Monty’s man reveals tricks of the pro game →

Ever golfed in Azerbaijan? It looks great…

The National Azerbaijan Golf Club has launched a state-of-the-art website in order to showcase its premier course, facilities and service to lovers of the sport worldwide. The new site reflects the Troon-managed facility’s efforts in attracting golfers from far and wide to bolster its budding golfing infrastructure, in conjunction with The Azerbaijan Golf Federation. The … Continue reading Ever golfed in Azerbaijan? It looks great… →

MONTY TO THE MAXX

The Turkish Airlines Open makes its return to the European Tour’s ‘Final Series’ schedule this November. After a successful inaugural staging in 2013, the pre-tournament buzz is already resonating with visiting golfers who are flocking to the breath-taking Montgomerie Maxx Royal Golf Course to experience the tournament-standard conditioning and first-class amenities. The 2013 Turkish Airlines … Continue reading MONTY TO THE MAXX →

TRAVEL FOCUS: RIBAGOLFE ROCKS

Hailed as the ‘Valderrama of Portugal’, Ribagolfe has amassed an extensive fan base over the years. And Europe’s new generation of aspiring golfing stars will find the leading Lisbon course in its best ever condition when it hosts European Tour qualifying for the sixth year running later this year. Situated just 40 minutes from the … Continue reading TRAVEL FOCUS: RIBAGOLFE ROCKS →

REFS BLOW WHISTLE ON LA MANGA

Ever wondered what a footie referee does on holiday? Well, a group of Premier League whistle blowers took advantage of the summer break to hone their golfing skills on a four-day trip to Spain. While England’s dreams of glory in Brazil lay in tatters, the top officials were enjoying the chance to relax and unwind … Continue reading REFS BLOW WHISTLE ON LA MANGA →

GREAT MALLORCA GOLF OFFERS

Mallorca's top two golf courses have teamed up with one of the island's best hotels to offer great-value packages. Prices start from €471.80 (approx £380) per person, for a three-night stay with four rounds of golf. Golfers can take advantage of a great deal to play both Son Gual - host to the 2009 Mallorca … Continue reading GREAT MALLORCA GOLF OFFERS →

DALGLISH IS THE KING OF LA MANGA

Liverpool and Scotland football legend Kenny Dalglish mounted a final-day charge to win the 2014 Footballers’ Golf Classic at La Manga Club for a third time. Dalglish’s hopes of completing a hat-trick of wins in the prestigious event hung in the balance with just one round remaining as he lay in joint-third place with ex-Everton … Continue reading DALGLISH IS THE KING OF LA MANGA →

ENGLAND’S NEW CHAMPS GOLF COURSE

England’s newest championship golf course will open next week Ramside Hall Hotel and Golf Club in County Durham. Called the Ramside ‘Cathedral Course’ it's named after nearby Durham Cathedral (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and this is clearly visible from hole three, the stretch between the eighth and the 11th and again when playing the … Continue reading ENGLAND’S NEW CHAMPS GOLF COURSE →

THE NEW RYDER CUP £5 NOTE

The world’s first ever commemorative Ryder Cup bank note has been unveiled. A special edition £5 note will be available in official Ryder Cup commemorative display packaging but can also be used as normal currency anywhere in the UK. The bank note is unique in that it will be printed on hybrid paper – a … Continue reading THE NEW RYDER CUP £5 NOTE →

LUCKY MUM WINS GOLF HOLIDAY

Mum Helen Banno heeded some advice from her son to enter a competition – and ended up winning a trip of a lifetime to Sicily. Helen was enjoying a meal during a short family break to Center Parcs in Sherwood Forest, Notts, when her son Richard spotted the promotion by top Italian restaurant chain Strada … Continue reading LUCKY MUM WINS GOLF HOLIDAY →