NORDQVIST WINS EVIAN CHAMPIONSHIP

Anna Nordqvist became the first European player to win a women’s major championship since 2013, after the Swede won a play-off against Brittany Altomare to win the Evian Championship in France.
With matching final rounds of 66, Nordqvist and Altomare came from five strokes behind the overnight leader Moriya Jutanugarn to tie for the lead on nine under par, but it was Nordqvist who triumphed on the par-four 18th. Altomare made a double-bogey, only moments after greens staff had been using s

Peter Oosterhuis, winner of four consecutive order of merit titles on the European Tour from 1971-74, and winner of 20 tournaments during his 25-year professional career, has died at the age of 75 following a near 10-year battle with Alzheimer’s.
Oosterhuis was the dominant force in European golf during the European Tour’s formative years, winning the Order of Merit in the Tour’s first three seasons from 1972 to 1974, having also being crowned European No.1 in 1971. He also top

We’ve teamed up with luxury Italian golf fashion brand Duca del Cosma to offer one lucky reader the chance to win a pair of the waterproof DAVINCI golf shoes worth £200A great option for golfers seeking an extra special pair of golf shoes to confidently stride down the fairways, the stunning DAVINCI ticks all the boxes in terms of functionality and style to deliver a super stable stance during the swing, while also ensuring feet remain comfortable throughout the entire round.Construc

Steroid use is a contentious issue that permeates various aspects of society, from medicine to athletics. It poses a complex dilemma, as the benefits of steroids must be carefully weighed against their potential risks. In this article, we delve into the intricacies of steroid use, exploring its physiological effects, medical applications, and ethical considerations
Understanding Steroids
Steroids are organic compounds characterized by a specific molecular structure consisting of four fused rings

Getting started in golf can be daunting, but amazing resources exist to help beginners learn the fundamentals, develop proper technique, and enjoy the game right from the first tee. Whether you want to sink more putts, strike your irons purely, or drive the ball farther down the fairway, these top eight resources will accelerate your learning curve.
1.     Putting Shark
Mastering putting is crucial for beginners. Nothing is more frustrating than 3-putting every hole. PuttingS

Should I do Cardio Before or After Weight Training?
Exercises keep your body healthy and strong. However, you’d want the best routines that make your effort worthwhile. For example, combining strength training and cardio in one session can make your workouts more efficient, and if you are torn between the two, you may need to consider factors such as your fitness goals, energy levels, and overall workout efficiency, as well as explore the benefits and considerations of each approach to fin

Golf GameBook, a leading golf app with over 1.5 million users worldwide, has signed of Finnish PGA Tour player Sami Välimäki as its new global ambassador.
As part of the partnership Välimäki, 25, will play a key role in promoting Golf GameBook, which aims to enhance the golfing experience by connecting players around the world through its innovative platforms. As the only Finnish player on the PGA Tour, and one of the sport’s most promising talents, Välimäki w

The Golf Foundation’s new Play In May campaign kicked off today (May 1), with every golfer in GB&I being asked to support ‘Unleash Your Drive in Schools’ via a special competition.
Thanks to the DP World Tour and Wentworth Club, the Golf Foundation are offering every UK golfer the chance to sign up and ‘Play In May’, for the opportunity to play in the BMW PGA Championship Pro-Am at Wentworth. The competition has 40 places on offer in the Unleash Your Drive Final

Defending champions Ann and Alex Peters from Shifnal Golf Club in Shropshire retained the Mothers and Daughters’ title with a one-shot victory at Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club in south-west London earlier this month to win the historic event for a fifth time.
“Winning was a real thrill and really meant a lot to me because Alex is getting married next month and so we won’t be able to compete as Mrs and Miss Peters ever again!” said Ann, who in addition to last year had previo

The Legends Tour, formerly known as the European Seniors Tour, returns to the Caribbean island of Barbados for the first time since 2009, when Apes Hill plays host to the first event of the tour’s new season from May 3-5.
The Barbados Legends is being hosted by Ian Woosnam, who is an ambassador for Apes Hill, as well as being a five-time winner on the over-50’s European circuit.
Opened in 2009, Apes Hill is the newest course in the Caribbean, with the Ron Kirby designed 7,041-yard la

Former England striker Jay Bothroyd hopes swapping the penalty area for a new project on the fairway can help offer improved access to golf for young players and increase diversity participation levels.
Bothroyd started his football career at Arsenal, where he was part of the FA Youth Cup winning side in 2000, before moving to Coventry and then on to Serie A side Perugia ahead of spells with Charlton, Wolves, Cardiff and QPR.
It was while in Japan at Sapporo during the Covid-19 pandemic that Bot

The manicured lawns, serene ponds, and strategically placed trees – a golf course might seem like a human domain dedicated solely to the pursuit of the perfect swing. 
But for many creatures, it’s an unexpected oasis, a buffet of opportunities, or simply a convenient shortcut through their territory. This unexpected overlap between human leisure and wildlife can lead to some truly bizarre and often hilarious encounters.
According to Ian Bruce, Americans love their golf, which is

Irish pair Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry came through a playoff to win the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
At the end of the fourth round, Lowry made the most of a superb chip on to the 18th green by McIlroy by sinking a birdie putt, extending the contest as they joined Martin Trainer and Chad Ramey on 25 under at TPC Louisiana.
The American pair had been among the early starters, powering 26 places up the leaderboard with a round of 63 that included seven birdies on the back nine, but the near th

Belgium’s Manon De Roey secured the Second Ladies European Tour title of her career after she cruised to a four-shot victory at the Investec SA Women’s Open.
Leading by three shots before the start of final round, the 32-year-old held her nerve in windy conditions at at Erinvale Golf & Country Estate carding an even-par 70 to add to the Aramco Team Series event she won in Bangkok in 2022.
Playing alongside Morocco’s Ines Laklalech and Sweden’s Lisa Pettersson, De Roey

Louise Landgraf held her nerve in a play-off to become the first French winner of the R&A Girls’ U16 Amateur Championship at The Berkshire.
Landgraf needed a play-off to see off England’s Charlotte Naughton over the Red Course, taking the Angela Uzielli Trophy with a par at the second play-off hole, the par-5 opening hole, after they tied on eight-under-par 211.
The pair set a new 54-hole championship record, bettering the six-under-par mark Italy’s Francesca Fiorellini rec

America’s Brendan Steele won his first title on the LIV Golf League with a two-stroke win at the tour’s one and only stop in Australia, which was played in front a large and noisy crowds at The Grange Golf Club in Adelaide.
The 41-year-old from California shot rounds of 66, 64 and 68 to finish on 18 under par and win by two from the fast-finishing Louis Oosthuizen.
Steele entered the final round with a one-stroke lead and produced a string of five consecutive birdies from the fifth h

In the realm of golf, the United States boasts a roster of titans whose influence transcends the sport. From California’s Tiger Woods to Ohio’s Jack Nicklaus, these icons have not only conquered the fairways but also amassed substantial fortunes along the way.
 
New research by the team at VGW examines whether being born and raised in the United States can increase one’s chances of becoming rich and famous.
 
Tiger Woods, with a staggering net worth of $800 million, s

Yuto Katsuragawa continued a history-making season for players from Japan on the DP World Tour with a three-shot victory on home soil at the ISPS HANDA – CHAMPIONSHIP.
The local favourite entered the final day at Taiheiyo Club’s Gotemba Course three shots off the lead but was right in the mix at the turn as many of the leading players stumbled.
Sebastian Söderberg was the only one keeping pace with him, but the 25-year-old Katsuragawa started the back nine with five birdies in s

A new era will dawn at Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club this autumn when Andrews Reynolds, the Kent venue’s longstanding Head PGA Professional, hands over the reins after almost five decades in the job.
Filling Reynolds’ big shoes is 31-year-old Sam Smitherman, who is moving from Walton Heath Golf Club in Surrey to take up the role, which will see him become only the club’s ninth Head Professional in its 131-year history.
Reynolds joined Cinque Ports in 1978, aged just 24, just sev

DP World Tour chief executive Guy Kinnings insists Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton will not be exploiting a “loophole” to remain eligible for the Ryder Cup.
Rory McIlroy’s immediate reaction to Rahm joining LIV Golf in December was to call for the rules to be rewritten to ensure the two-time major champion could represent Europe at Bethpage in 2025.
McIlroy later admitted the rules did not need to be changed as Rahm and Hatton were eligible as long as they maintained their DP World

ECCO GOLF has collaborated with Rick Shiels, the world’s biggest golf YouTuber, in the creation of a special limited edition BIOM C4 golf shoe.
Limited to 500 pairs, the RICK SHIELS SPECIAL EDITION ECCO BIOM C4 has an RRP of £200 and will be exclusively available to buy at online at www.ecco.com from 2pm on April 26.Inspired by the colour palette for Shiels’ popular golf YouTube channel and branding, the sneaker-style hybrid shoe, which is limited to just 500 pairs, comes in wh

Golf betting online offers a dynamic and exciting approach to engaging with the sport. It’s about more than just picking the winner; it involves analyzing data, making strategic choices, and understanding the nuances of the game. TheGameDay.com can help you imagine the thrill of watching a golf tournament, with the added excitement of having a personal stake in the outcome. This guide will show you how to get started in online golf betting, providing tips for beginners and insigh

The Official World Golf Ranking has announced that it is to begin awarding ranking points to the Clutch Pro Tour, whose events comprise just 54 holes.
The Clutch Pro Tour, which is an official feeder tour to the Challenge Tour and DP World Tour, has been included into the OWGR system after a 17-month application process and will be able to start awarding points from April 28 onwards.
Each Clutch Pro Tour event comprises three 18-hole rounds, with a 36-hole cut. Its 2024 qualifying series was sta

Have­ you pondered what lies be­yond Britain’s renowned fairways? Likely, you se­ek fresh thrills on untrodden gre­ens. Take pride in playing whe­re few have te­ed off before. 
Our list unve­ils the UK’s hidden gem golf course­s – an invitation to experience­ the game’s best-ke­pt secrets.
Exploring Uncharted Gre­ens: Uncovering Undersung Golf Have­ns
Hidden gem golf courses dotte­d across Britain offer an invigorat

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Making money from football betting requires a person to be lucky and good with numbers. There can be days at a stretch when all observations go futile and punters get nothing. It is a common observation that only a handful of punters taste success in betting and make money. These punters are those who have spent a lot of time of their lives on the field or at a responsible post. They have an influence over the team management, have access to insider news, and are fully aware

Surrey and England amateur sensation Kris Kim is to make his PGA Tour debut at next week’s THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson, which is being held at TPC Craig Ranch in Texas from May 2-5.
The 16-year-old star of last year’s Junior Ryder Cup, Kim will be facing the biggest test of his golfing life in Texas just weeks before sitting his GCSE exams back home in Surrey.
The teenager, who is a member at Walton Heath Golf Club, enjoyed a sparkling 2023 that included victories in the Boys’ Amat

How Nutrition and Supplements Can Help Boost Your Performance on the Golf Course
From the outside looking in, golf seems like one of the easiest sports to play. But that couldn’t be any further from the truth.
Along with the vast number of equipment involved, there’s a lot of outdoor space to work with. This means that players in the UK or anywhere else have to be fit and ready to walk and play under different conditions.
For beginner golfers and seasoned pros looking to enhance thei

Have you been dreaming of building your own riding arena? As exciting as it may seem, there are a few important factors that you should consider before starting the construction process. This article will delve into five crucial things you should keep in mind, ensuring that your riding arena is safe and functional, and caters to your needs. Whether you’re a novice rider or an experienced equestrian, these tips will help you create the perfect riding arena for you and your equine partner.
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PING has introduced six new putter models to its line-up, each engineered to achieve the ideal combination of feel and forgiveness in a confidence-inspiring look.
The new designs expand the number of models in the brand’s putter range to 16, featuring a wide range of blades, mid-mallets and mallets.
The new Anser 2, Anser D, B60, Tyne H, Fetch and Ketsch G are available for pre-order beginning today (April 23) at authorised PING retailers. Each model can be custom fit for stroke type, leng