A host of familiar faces from the worlds of golf, sport and entertainment are getting behind Prostate Cancer UK’s Big Golf Race this year – helping to raise funds and awareness for the most common cancer in the UK.
The supporting sports stars and TV celebrities, who have supported the charity on social media, boast a combined global audience of over 17 million.
The 2026 Big Golf Race – also the UK’s biggest golf fundraising challenge – is well placed to spread far and wide.
The premise, the challenge, and the stars
Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men, yet somehow there’s still no national screening programme in place.
As a result, too many men are diagnosed at a late stage, when treatment options are more sparse.
It’s why early diagnosis is paramount – and why a plethora of well-known names are backing this year’s challenge, inviting golfers to take on 36, 72 or 100+ holes of golf in one day.
Former Masters champion Danny Willett, former world No.1 Lee Westwood and Ryder Cup icon Ian Poulter head up an all-star cast, taking part in a promotional video on social media to encourage golfers across the UK to sign-up to the Big Golf Race.
The movement is Prostate Cancer UK’s most successful fundraiser, which has raised over £6 million since 2020.
Joining the hat-trick of English stars include PGA Tour and DP World Tour winner Matt Wallace, TV star Gabby Logan and her husband Kenny Logan, plus YouTube sensations and PGA professionals Rick Shiels and Dan Grieve.
Also involved is the LPGA and Solheim Cup player Charley Hull, England Lioness and Manchester United star Ella Toone, broadcaster and golf lover DJ Spoony, Oliver and Jamie Phelps, both stars of the Harry Potter franchise, along with Gladiators star Jamie ‘Giant’ Bigg, whose uncle was affected by prostate cancer.
‘Saving lives with every swing’
2026 promises to be a noteworthy year for the Big Golf Race, propelled by the involvement of countless notable names who boast a significant footprint on social media around the world.
“The Big Golf Race has gone from strength to strength and has really captured the imagination of golfers across the UK – and long may that continue,” said 2016 Masters champion and multiple DP World Tour winner Danny Willett.
“The challenge has made a massive impact for men affected by prostate cancer and their families and has helped to drive awareness among golfers and golf clubs across the Country.
“We’ve had young golfers, professionals and golfers on YouTube picking up their clubs and saving lives with every swing, and I hope this year’s challenge is the biggest yet.”
Lee Westwood, the former world No.1, said that he hopes to see as many people as possible involved in the fundraising this summer.
“Prostate Cancer UK’s work in golf is having a big impact both on and off the course, and I’m excited to see what 2026 holds for The Big Golf Race which I know has been a big hit with golfers across the UK,” said the LIV Golfer.
“Playing multiple rounds of golf in a day is tough going, so I salute each and every golfer who is taking on The Big Golf Race this summer and wish them the best of luck.”
1 in 8 men
“1 in 8 men will get diagnosed with prostate cancer, so I’m sure that most golf clubs in the UK will have been affected by the disease in some way”, Westwood continued.
“As a man in my early 50s, I know it’s important for me to be aware of my risk of prostate cancer and the steps I can take.
“The golf community has backed Prostate Cancer UK brilliantly and I hope to see even more golfers out on the course this summer, continuing that support and raising money to help save lives.”
Former Scottish rugby international Kenny Logan, who is now a keen golfer, was successfully treated for prostate cancer in 2022 and notes that the Big Golf race inspires him to play more golf.
“When you’re out playing golf, you’re comfortable and can chat and open up to your mates. I didn’t take up golf until I was 14, but I love it,” said Logan.
“I’ve said that since I recovered from prostate cancer, I want to play more golf, and The Big Golf Race is a great challenge.”
Senior Head of Mass Fundraising at Prostate Cancer UK, Seren Evans, added: “It’s amazing to see so many famous faces from the sporting world joining us and supporting the Big Golf Race again in 2026.
“Having the backing of so many top names will go a long way to encouraging even more golfers to pick up their clubs and save lives with every swing this summer.”
Brilliant incentives
Golfers who sign-up to The Big Golf Race will receive a fundraising pack, including golf balls, tees, pencils and a fundraising guide, plus there will be opportunities to earn gifts with every swing.
Every golfer who raises £250+ will be entered into a draw to win a golfing holiday at Aphrodite Hills resort in Cyprus, while the top fundraiser will claim the ultimate golf package worth £2,000, courtesy of Titleist.
Also for 2026, leading high-street retailer Charles Tyrwhitt is sponsoring Prostate Cancer UK’s work across golf, including The Big Golf Race.
Charles Tyrwhitt is offering participants of The Big Golf Race 20% off store-wide, including their performance range, and they are also entering their own team.
