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New supremo for Pearl Valley

Jonathan Greathead, TG Staff Writer, 09 October 2007 09:42

Pearl Valley, which will host this year's South African Open in December, has got a new general manager in the shape of Ken Kosak. With over a decade of experience in the industry, American Kosak makes the move to the Troon Golf-managed estate after a stint at the Montgomerie Dubai outfit in the United Arab Emirates. The South African track ...

Warren plays despite shattering experience

Jonathan Greathead, TG Staff Writer, 28 September 2007 11:53

After Marc Warren and Colin Montgomerie lost their opening Seve Trophy match on Thursday, the former thought he should get in some practice. But while swinging away in his hotel room, Warren sent a chandelier crashing to the ground and was forced into an unexpected hospital trip. The Scot, who received cuts to his head, arms and stomach, was preparing to go for ...

McGinley quits in Ryder Cup shock

Jonathan Greathead, TG Staff Writer, 27 September 2007 08:43

Preparations for Europe's defence of the Ryder Cup next year have been dealt a significant a blow, after Paul McGinley stood down as one of Nick Faldo's assistants. The Irishman, who holed the winning putt at the Belfry five years ago, cited workload as a major factor in his decision as well as wanting to play himself into the team for next year's ...

Scandinavian duo complete Match Play field

Jonathan Greathead, TG Staff Writer, 26 September 2007 15:36

The field for next month's World Match Play at Wentworth has been completed, with Henrik Stenson and Soren Hansen securing the final two spots in the 16-man field. Swede Stenson and Dane Hansen accepted invites as the top two players on the Order of Merit who had not already qualified for the prestigious event at the Virginia Water club. Ten ...

Golf balls cause M25 misery

Jonathan Greathead, TG Staff Writer, 26 September 2007 10:58

Golf balls caused chaos on the M25 yesterday. A lorry carrying 25,000 golf balls jack-knifed and spewed its load across the carriageway. Losing one is carelss... losing 25,000 is really crazy! It happened on the clockwise carriageway at junction seven, in Surrey, and caused queues all the way back to junction three in Kent, with the balls spread all over the stretch ...

Fancy caddying for Woosie?

Jonathan Greathead, TG Staff Writer, 25 September 2007 12:48

How do you fancy caddying for one of Europe's greatest ever golfers? European Ryder Cup legend Ian Woosnam is offering a once in a lifetime chance for one lucky individual to caddy for him on the Par 3 course at next year's US Masters in Augusta. The amiable Welshman, who has also filled the world number one slot in his stellar career, won ...

Tiger wants tough stance on drugs

Jonathan Greathead, TG Staff Writer, 25 September 2007 09:29

World number one Tiger Woods has voiced his support for the introduction of tough drug penalties in golf. The World Golf Foundation has compiled a list of banned substances and Woods believes anyone caught using these deserves a significant penalty. "Given how honourable our sport is and always has been, I think the penalty has got to be significant," said the 13-time ...

Starlet McIlroy set for pro debut

Jonathan Greathead, TG Staff Writer, 19 September 2007 10:41

Teenager Rory McIlroy will be out to show he is the real deal when he makes his debut as a professional at this week's British Masters. The Northern Ireland starlet, who wowed Open Championship crowds this year with a flawless opening round of 68, begins his life as a pro at the event at the Belfry. He said: "Hopefully I ...

Belfry to showcase junior initiatives

Jonathan Greathead, TG Staff Writer, 14 September 2007 11:09

The forthcoming Quinn Direct British Masters at the Belfry will provide the platform for the Golf Foundation to showcase its latest initiatives designed to help strengthen the future of the game. Up to 1000 children from schools and golf clubs will be able to take part in a wide range of actvities in the tented village at the famous course. These include ...

Monty and Casey ready for Belfry challenge

Jonathan Greathead, TG Staff Writer, 06 September 2007 12:23

The Quinn Direct British Masters has been boosted by the confirmation that Ryder Cup heroes Colin Montgomerie and Paul Casey will play in the event later this month at the Belfry. Monty, who is the most prolific British winner in European Tour history with an incredible 31 Tour victories to his name, said: "The Belfry holds great memories for me and I ...

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