Hector Vickers

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.
Hector Vickers

“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…

Pre-tournament MCB Ladies Classic - Mauritius press conference

‘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.

McDonald’s finish sets a new 54-hole record

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…

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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…

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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.

First place individual champion, Captain Jon Rahm of Legion XIII, Second place individual champion, David Puig of Fireballs GC, and Third place individual champion, Josele Ballester of Fireballs GC pose for a photo following the final round of LIV Golf Mexico City

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,…

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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…

Aaron Rai hits off the fourth tee during the first round of the Rocket Mortgage Classic

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…

Jon Rahm was ranked second in the top-100 paid athletes

Journey to Pro: Jon Rahm

How did clubfoot affect Jon Rahm’s swing? Golf Today dives into his college career, rookie year, and journey to becoming a major champion in the…

Wayne Gretzky is widely regarded as the greatest ice hockey player of all time, but how does he fare on the golf course? (Courtesy of Alfred Dunhill Links Championship)

“I’m like every other ten handicap” – Wayne Gretzky on a wonderful week in St Andrews

Sporting icon, Wayne Gretzky, talks to Golf Today about playing golf with his son-in-law, Dustin Johnson, and the rise of ice hockey in Scotland.

Team Europe’s Robert MacIntyre lifts the Ryder Cup

“Whatever I’m doing is working” – Team Europe continue to dominate at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

From New York to St Andrews. Golf Today catches up with Team Europe’s heroes of the Ryder Cup during the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.

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No use “sitting there and complaining about it” – Patrick Reed on the challenges of links golf

Patrick Reed is eager to embrace the challenging conditions at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, as Storm Amy calls off Day 3.

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Fitzpatrick in fine form as Storm Amy strikes at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

Matt Fitzpatrick talks to Golf Today about his Ryder Cup heroics and playing at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship with his Dad

Record number of qualifiers bidding for dream date with St Andrews, © Getty Images

“We mean business” – Piers Morgan gets off to a flyer at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

Golf Today caught up with media personality, Piers Morgan, before and after his opening round of the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.

Tommy Fleetwood and Rory McIlroy of Team Europe walk with Harris English and Collin Morikawa of Team United States during the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage State Park

Piers Morgan: “Disgusting” American fans made Europe play better

Piers Morgan weighs in on the Ryder Cup chaos and European resilience.

Inside Tips from Kingsbarns Caddie Master Ahead of the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

After last week’s drama at Bethpage, Golf Today caught up with Sean Wiseman, Caddie Master at Kingsbarns, ahead of the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship.