Written by Hector Vickers
Hector is a freelance sports journalist with experience in both print and broadcast journalism. His main body of work comes from following the England men’s cricket team around the world, working with some of the top pundits in the game, whilst interviewing players and reporting on high-profile matches. His long-term infatuation with golf led him to St Andrews last summer, where he spent a month working as a caddy at Kingsbarns Golf Links, studying the tricks of the trade in links golf. He is beginning his golf journalism career as a Contributor for Golf Today, heading back to St Andrews and Kingsbarns to cover the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.
The 2026 US Open Preview
Scheffler chases the Career Grand Slam, Fleetwood aims for his first Major, and Adam Scott reaches a century. Golf Today looks ahead to one of…
Chart Hills poised to host memorable event on the Staysure Legends Tour
In the heart of Kent, Chart Hills Golf Club is preparing to host a star-studded field for the 2026 English Legends. Golf Today speaks to…
The Weekend Roundup: old-timers, first-timers, and record-breakers on show
Both Si-Woo Kim and Wyndham Clark shot 60s last week as Texas yielded birdies aplenty on the PGA Tour, while 17-year-old Anna Huang set a…
Wales set to play host to leading golfers with disabilities for the first time at the G4D Open
After three years at Woburn, the G4D Open is set to get underway tomorrow for the first time at the Celtic Manor Resort in Wales.
The 2026 PGA Championship preview
The PGA Championship returns to Aronimink Golf Club for the first time since Gary Player’s triumph back in 1962. Golf Today takes a look at…
The Weekend Roundup: comebacks and close calls in the world of golf
As the world of golf now turns its attention to the PGA Championship, Golf Today looks back at and exciting weekend across a number of…
“It does hurt a little bit more” – Thalia Martin on the life of a professional golfer
Professional golf is tough. Away from the pomp and paydays that come from winning on tour, most golfers are forced to grind each week just…
Smilla Soenderby wins inaugural MCB Ladies Classic – Mauritius
Beginning the day in a three-way tie, Soenderby held her nerve down the par-5 18th.
England Watch: Gainer, Hewson and Humphries off to solid starts at the MCB Ladies Classic-Mauritius
As the first round of the MCB Ladies Classic – Mauritius comes to a close, Golf Today caught up with some of the leading Englishwomen…
‘Buffets, back-to-backs, and a local hero’ ahead of the MCB Ladies Classic – Mauritius
Agathe Laisne, Esme Hamilton and Ginger Delacretaz all spoke at today’s press conference in Mauritius, ahead of an historical few days on the course.
Carly McDonald wins the R&A Girls’ U16 Amateur Championship in record-breaking fashion
The 14-year-old carded a closing seven-under-par 65, the lowest final round from a victor, to go with earlier scores of 68 and 69 for a…
The MCB Ladies Classic – Mauritius: all you need to know about the inaugural tournament on the Ladies European Tour
The Legend Course at Constance Belle Mare Plage will play host to the inaugural ‘MCB Ladies Classic – Mauritius’ this week
Global participation rises north of 112 million, with The R&A planning to open golf to the world
The R&A have unveiled a new five-year global strategy, aiming to open golf to the millions, and accelerate the current participation boom that the sport…
Prostate Cancer UK’s ‘Big Golf Race’ returns with top sports stars leading the fundraising charge
The Big Golf Race is Prostate Cancer UK’s most successful fundraiser, which has raised over £6 million since 2020. This year, the stars are getting…
OGIO releases bold new Poker Collection
OGIO Europe has released a new, limited-edition, Poker Collection – built for golfers and travellers who know when to go all in.
The Weekend Roundup: playoffs, records, and deja vu in the world of golf
As we head into a new week, Golf Today takes a look at the thrilling tournaments that concluded over the weekend. Drama in the LET,…
The RSM Classic – what’s at stake at the season finale?
The final event of the 2025 PGA TOUR season is upon us. With a handful of competitive implications at stake, this week is paramount for…
Journey to Pro: Aaron Rai
Where does Aaron Rai’s golfing panache stem from? Why is it that he uses two gloves and headcovers for his irons? Golf Today goes back…
Journey to Pro: Jon Rahm
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“I’m like every other ten handicap” – Wayne Gretzky on a wonderful week in St Andrews
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