Rory McIlroy makes six bogeys and five birdies in the opening round of the Australian Open

MELBOURNE, Australia – Rory McIlroy had a self-described “rollercoaster” of a round Thursday at the Crown Australian Open. He wasn’t exaggerating. McIlroy, whose pre-tournament press conference included comments that Royal Melbourne was not the best sand track in the city, had a wild round of six bogeys and five birdies around the composite course and […]

PGA hopes to identify the 2027 U.S. Ryder Cup captain in the first quarter of next year

Tiger Forest unveiled on Tuesday that he had not been asked about a possible 2027 U.S. Ryder Cup captaincy. “Nobody asked me,” Woods said, twice even while dodging whether he would be interested in the gig at all. The PGA of America would not confirm whether it plans to contact the 15-time Major champion about […]

JJ Spaun goes from breaking down Amazon boxes to co-leading Hero

NASSAU, Bahamas – Perhaps more than any other professional athlete, most of whom are often hidden behind helmets and masks and separated from fans by vast distances, golfers can easily be humanized. No one falls into that category of all people more easily than JJ Spaun. This week’s Hero World Challenge marks Spaun’s first start […]

Indian Wells Golf Resort announces grand reopening of its players course

December 2 Ribbon cutting celebrates John Fought Design renovation project Indian Wells Golf Resort – the world-class golf, vacation, culinary and events destination located in the picturesque Coachella Valley – announces the reopening of its acclaimed Players Course to residents and resort guests following an extensive renovation led by acclaimed architect John Fought. The renovated […]

Salgados Golf Club named World’s Best Golf Course Renovation 2025 by the World Golf Awards

Salgados Golf Club, part of the Algarve Marriott Salgados Golf & Spa Resort, has been named the World’s Best Golf Course Renovation 2025 by the World Golf Awards – the leading authority identifying and rewarding excellence in golf tourism. The twelfth annual World Golf Awards were announced on November 13 in Madeira, Portugal.This inaugural award […]

Business case: collaboration between Golfy Network and leading courses

The Golfy Networka leading European golf loyalty network (180+ golf clubs, 53,000+ golfers), and Industry leading coursesthe largest golf review and booking platform in Europehave announced a strategic partnership to help international golfers access more golf opportunities in France and across Europe. To clarify the meaning of this partnership, I will outline the following reason […]

How unique and inspiring is La Cala Resort’s Christmas celebration?

As the year draws to a close, the golf world often reflects on achievements, progress and the promise of a new start. At La Cala Resort, however, reflection blends seamlessly with celebration. This December, the iconic destination on the Costa del Sol takes the holidays to the next level with a Christmas program that radiates […]

How are the 2025 Women in Golf Awards winners inspiring the golf industry?

The increasing presence and recognition of women in the golf industry represents much more than symbolic progress; they signal a crucial shift that could redefine the sport’s trajectory for decades to come. As women take on more visible roles in organizations, leadership teams and professional fields, golf is evolving into a more inclusive, modern and […]

Who are the lucky winners of the Golf Course Awards 2025?

The Golf Course Awards have revealed the winners of their second edition, spotlighting the clubs, courses and initiatives that are redefining excellence in the golf ecosystem. Established to challenge traditional interpretations of what makes a great golf facility, the awards evaluate a wide range of criteria-Ffrom sustainability and accessibility to innovation, design and year-on-year improvement. […]