Mickelson sets Open pace
Phil Mickelson carded a record-equalling 63 to set the clubhouse lead on day one of the Open Championship at Royal Troon. Mickelson became the ninth player to …
Phil fell in love with Links at Troon
Magical Mickelson might well claim a sixth Major on Sunday, writes John
Rose unconcerned by McIlroy’s form ahead of Open
Justin Rose feels it is foolish to write off Rory McIlroy’s chances at this week’s Open as he is a man for the big occasion. McIlroy and Rose will …
Day ready for Open challenge
World number one Jason Day admits trying to win the Open Championship is one of the hardest challenges in golf. The 145th edition of the major gets under way …
Lowry eyes return to form
Shane Lowry is hoping to rediscover his best form at this week’s Open Championship after missing the cut at the Scottish Open. The Irishman came close to …
Koepka reveals serious ankle injury
Brooks Koepka is out of the Open after revealing he is set for a spell on the sidelines due to an ankle ligament tear. The 26-year-old failed to finish last …
Van de Velde comes back to Carnoustie still smiling
By Graham Otway There can be few more infamous pictures from the history of golf than the ones which show Jean van de Velde, with his trousers rolled up around …
Trump’s top man eyes up The Open for Turnberry
By Jim Black Ricky Hall is in with the bricks, as it were, as director of golf at Donald Trump’s rejuvenated Turnberry empire. Nearly 17 years after …
Monty earns Open return
Colin Montgomerie will return to the Open Championship for the first time since 2010 after battling through qualifying. The Scot fired rounds of 66 and 71 at …
McIlroy hails rival Spieth’s ‘phenomenal’ year
Rory McIlroy says Jordan Spieth has deservedly taken the spotlight this year after a number of world-class displays. The 2014 season was all about the Northern …
