Knox Enjoys His Baked Beans & Bacon Rolls But Misses Chance To Impress Bjorn.
The late withdrawal of injured Thomas Bjorn has somewhat robbed Russell Knox to impress the Dane ‘close-up’ with his commitment to qualify for Bjorn’s European Ryder Cup team.
Knox, along with Northern Ireland’s Graeme McDowell, were drawn together with Bjorn for the opening two rounds of the STG 3m event being hosted by Lee Westwood on his Close House course near Newcastle.
Instead, Bjorn’s place has been taken by England’s 27-year old Laurie Canter.
It would have been Knox’s ...
Wetlands Golf Club, Maryland – Born, Raised & Nurtured In True Scottish Tradition.
It is amazing how the simple task of taking a break from the mundaness of driving long hours on the freeway can lead to such a fascinating golfing experience.
In heading south on the I-95 from TPC Boston, and venue for the Dell Technologies Championship, we stopped for a break in Aberdeen, Maryland.
I have played many games of golf in and around Aberdeen in Scotland but never in Aberdeen, Maryland.
And it came as no surprise to learn Aberdeen, Maryland was named after its mother namesake in Scotland ...
Westwood ‘Twists’ McIlroy’s Arm Over A Couple Glasses Of Wine At Garcia’s Wedding.
Tournament host Lee Westwood revealed how he twisted Rory McIlroy’s arm over a ‘couple of glasses of wine’ at Sergio Garcia’s wedding into contesting this week’s British Masters.
After Justin Rose hosted the 2015 event and Luke Donald greeted his colleagues a year ago, this year it is Westwood’s turn hosting the event at the Close House course.
Westwood, who captured the event in 2007, has long been attached to the club located near Newcastle and in north-east England.
McIlroy’s ...
Kyle Barker Doubles His Lead To Be Four Clear In Golf Citizen Abu Dhabi Open
Kyle Barker tightened his grip on the Golf Citizen Abu Dhabi Open by extending his lead to four shots as England’s Todd Clements moved to the fringes of contention heading into the final round at Yas Links, Abu Dhabi, on Tuesday.
Two in front overnight, the 19-year-old South African backed up his opening 66 with a bogey-free 68, studded two birdies in each half, to reach 10-under for the tournament, leaving the field marvelling at his ball-striking prowess.
Clements, who currently leads the MENA ...
Bugger All To Do With Us … Tony Johnstone’s Response To U.S. Anthem Controversy
Tony Johnstone is one who is always very jovial and known to be blunt and to the point.
Little wonder when asked what the International Team’s reaction might be later this week if their USA rivals continued the protests in US sport by kneeling for the American national anthem ahead of the start of the 2017 Presidents Cup.
“It’s got absolutely bugger all to do with us”, said Johnstone.
“And I don’t think we’re in a position really to talk about it,” Johnstone said, adding ...
A Decade On, McIlroy Staring At Different British Masters Spotlight.
Atlanta, GA ….
A decade on and Rory McIlroy faces a completely different spotlight than the one a curly-haired, freckle-faced 18-year old faced in making his pro debut at the 2007 British Masters.
It came as no surprise to those present 10-years ago seeing McIlroy arrive on that warm Spring Tuesday afternoon and face a Belfry press room jam-packed of journalists and TV cameras in announcing he was turning professional.
Two weeks earlier, McIlroy competed for the last time as an amateur in ...
Syme Grabs First Pay Cheque But Misses By A Shot Qualifying For British Masters.
Rookie professional Connor Syme is celebrating in securing a first pay cheque in the play-for-pay ranks with a superb closing bogey-free 67 for a share of 13th place on 12-under par in the Portugal Masters at Vilamoura.
The Drumoig-based Scot, and brilliant winner earlier this year of the Battle Trophy at Crail Golfing Society, capped his round with four birdies from the 12th to 17th holes but, and in the final wash-up, was left ruing 11 opening pars to fall one stroke shy of qualifying among the ...
