Lee Elder, a champion’s fight against racism
When Tiger Woods became the first coloured golfer to win the US Masters at Augusta, in 1997, he dedicated his first emotional words to Lee Elder. "I'm the first member…
Jack Nicklaus, simply the greatest
If there is any player in the history of the modern game - someone who could be considered, without argument, the greatest - that player is undoubtedly Jack Nicklaus.…
Babe Zaharias, the pioneer
Considered the best sportswoman in history, Babe Zaharias was born in 1914 in Texas - as Mildred Didrikson. The daughter of Norwegian immigrants (her father was a seaman), she shone…
MoDowell wins again World Challenge in California
Northern Ireland's Graeme McDowell finished three shots clear of Keegan Bradley to win the World Challenge presented by Northwestern Mutual in California. The European Ryder Cup star banked a check…
Rory McIlroy scoops European writers award
World number one Rory McIlroy won the 2012 European Golf Writers Trophy on Monday after a spectacular season during which he landed his second major title and topped the money-list…
Key factors in golfers’ research and booking of holiday destinations
A new survey detailing the most important factors influencing golfers' research and booking of holiday destinations is launched today at the International Golf Travel Market (IGTM). Commissioned by Reed Travel…
McIlroy and Woods lead Player of the Year finalists
The PGA TOUR has released its nominees for the PGA TOUR Player of the Year and PGA TOUR Rookie of the Year for the 2012 season. Players were nominated by…
McGinley named European Team Captain for The 2014 Ryder Cup
Paul McGinley has accepted an invitation from the Tournament Committee of The European Tour to become Captain of The European Team in The 2014 Ryder Cup at The Gleneagles Hotel,…
Jimenez named Golfer of the Month for November
Miguel Angel Jiménez has been named The Race to Dubai European Tour Golfer of the Month for November in recognition of his record-breaking victory in the UBS Hong Kong Open.…