Abu Dhabi will kick off yearlong Tiger vs. Rory Show
There will be 124 players who will tee it up in this week’s $2.7 million Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship, but two will command all the attention. Get ready for the Tiger Woods vs. Rory McIlroy Show.
Tait: McGinley deserves Ryder Cup captaincy
With Darren Clarke likely taking himself out of the running, our Alistair Tait says that opens the door to the right choice for 2014 Ryder Cup captain: Paul McGinley.
Preview: McIlroy’s European reign has only begun
One of the biggest questions on this year’s PGA European Tour is whether anyone can dethrone Rory McIlroy from atop the Official World Golf Ranking and European Tour money list. At this stage, it seems doubtful.
2013 preview: 10 young players to watch in Europe
If the 2012 season proved anything, it’s that Europe has strength in depth. The signs were obvious throughout the season. What young players will step up in 2013? Our Alistair Tait takes a look at 10 prospects.
Could McIlroy choose to opt out of Olympics?
Rory McIlroy says he has three choices when it comes to the 2016 Olympics: Play for Ireland, play for Great Britain or not play at all. He says the latter is a distinct possibility, which would be a huge black eye for the Golf Federation.
'Benevolent dictator' Patino left no detail overlooked
Jaime Ortiz-Patino liked to think of himself as a “benevolent dictator.” No detail was overlooked in his quest to build the best course in Continental Europe - which he did with Valderrama Golf Club.
Number Crunching 2012: Matthew Baldwin
Who climbed and who dropped in 2012? Through Dec. 31, Golfweek.com takes a look at players who made significant moves up or down in the Golfweek/Sagarin Performance Index this year.
Number Crunching 2012: Lloyd Saltman
Who climbed and who dropped in 2012? Through Dec. 31, Golfweek.com takes a look at players who made significant moves up or down in the Golfweek/Sagarin Performance Index this year.
2013 preview: 10 European storylines to watch
It’s hard to think things can get any better for European golf in 2013, following a fantastic 2012. However, our Alistair Tait has looked into his crystal ball and came up with 10 things to look out for next season.
Number Crunching 2012: Rhys Davies
Who climbed and who dropped in 2012? Through Dec. 31, Golfweek.com takes a look at players who made significant moves up or down in the Golfweek/Sagarin Performance Index this year.
My Year in Golf: Alistair Tait
Our Alistair Tait saw plenty of Europe in 2012, covering Tiger Woods at Abu Dhabi, the World Amateur Team in Turkey and dining with Paul Lawrie in Qatar. Needless to say, the memories are aplenty.
Number Crunching 2012: Thorbjorn Olesen
Who climbed and who dropped in 2012? Through Dec. 31, Golfweek.com takes a look at players who made significant moves up or down in the Golfweek/Sagarin Performance Index this year.
Tait: Montgomerie's HOF induction a bit uncomfortable
Alistair Tait: As a proud Scot, I should be jumping for joy at the thought of two of my compatriots in the World Golf Hall of Fame, but something is nagging at me. I have reservations about Colin Montgomerie’s induction.
Medinah to McIlroy, the top 10 stories from Europe in '12
From the miracle at Medinah to Rory McIlroy's worldwide dominance to Lydia Ko's performance at the World Amateur Team, it was a special year in Europe says our Alistair Tait.
Ariya Jutanugarn wins LET Q-School; Woods misses
Thailand’s Ariya Jutanugarn turned the final round of the Ladies European Tour Qualifying School into a lap of honor. The 17-year-old amateur romped to a five-shot victory in Morocco to earn her card for the 2013 European season.
Ariya Jutanugarn leads LET Q-School by three shots
Ariya Jutanugarn, 17, is one round away from earning her Ladies European Tour card, holding a three-shot lead over Emily Taylor. Meanwhile, Cheyenne Woods made the cut and is T-46. The top 30 earn their cards.
Europe Ryder Cup captaincy to be more conventional
Don’t expect Europe to make an out-of-left-field, Tom Watson-like announcement when it names the 2014 Ryder Cup captain in the new year.
Jamieson provides glimmer of hope for Scottish golf
Everyone concerned about the state of Scottish golf will be hoping Scott Jamieson’s victory in the Nelson Mandela Championship heralds the start of a Scottish revival. But, we shouldn’t hold our breath just yet, says Alistair Tait.
Ciganda wins LET Order of Merit, rookie of the year
Carlota Ciganda is the first player since Laura Davies 27 years ago to win the LET Order of Merit and rookie of the year in the same season.
Dawson says too much Old Course hysteria
R&A chief executive Peter Dawson responds to public outcry about planned changes to the Old Course, saying much of the reaction is "ill-informed."
Parry takes top card at European Tour Q-School
John Parry can look forward to a full season on next year’s European Tour, but Oliver Wilson’s career hangs in the balance.
Tait: Debacle has done game no favors
What other sport takes nearly 25 years to make a decision like this? None. Talk about falling asleep at the wheel, closing the stable door after the horse has bolted. It’s embarrassing says European writer Alistair Tait.
Dougherty falls short in attempt at Euro comeback
Nick Dougherty’s hopes of a European Tour comeback came to a painful end today when he missed the 72-hole cut in the Final Stage of European Tour Qualifying School in Girona, Spain.
McIlroy right where he belongs - atop golf world
Rory McIlroy is right where he belongs – in a league of his own. That’s the way it’s always been, says our Alistair Tait.
5 Things: McIlroy caps Euro season with a victory
What an end to the European Tour season. Chief executive George O’Grady couldn’t have asked for anything better than the world and European No. 1 player Rory McIlroy signing off the season by winning the DP World Tour Championship.
Euro Tour hopefuls ready for Q-School
While Europe's best compete in the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, 156 others will look to earn their cards next week at Euro Tour Q-School in Spain.
Fleetwood earns Euro Tour card; Davies out
Tommy Fleetwood can look forward to another season on the European Tour, but Rhys Davies’ career hangs in limbo.
Stenson breaks five-year European Tour drought
Sweden's Henrik Stenson won his first European Tour title in five years, potentially signalling a return to form for the 2009 Players Championship titleholder.
With EuroPro title in hand, Maddy sets sights higher
The £15,000 England's Paul Maddy picked up for winning the EuroPro’s final event of the season, the 888poker.com Tour Championship, will come in handy as he chases his dream of playing on the European Tour.
Richardson survives blood disorder; to make pro debut
Edward Richardson isn't even supposed to be alive, but he has fought off a rare blood disorder to not only survive, but make it back to the elite of amateur golf.
Bennett is getting closer to a dream comeback
Seventy-five players have stories to tell after advancing to the Final Stage of European Tour Qualifying School from four Spanish venues that hosted the Second Qualifying Stage, but none is more heart warming than Bennett’s.Seventy-five players have stories to tell after advancing to the Final Stage of European Tour Qualifying School from four Spanish venues that hosted the Second Qualifying Stage, but none is more heart warming than Bennett’s.
Euro finish leaves some players needing more starts
Englishmen Tommy Fleetwood and Matthew Baldwin could end their European Tour seasons deeply frustrated, “co-sanctioned” victims of the European Tour’s international schedule.
Challenge Tour graduates in for a reality check
While the 21 Challenge Tour graduates feel as though they are on top of the world right now, they will be in for a reality check when they step up to the European Tour.
Busby captures Euro Tour card at Challenge finale
England's James Busby received the last invitation to the Challenge Tour's Grand Final, and took full advantage and captured his European Tour card with a T-2 finish in Italy.
For Euro Tour hopefuls, it all comes down to Italy
It’s crunch time for Europe’s wannabes. Time to get a foothold of the gravy train that could lead to riches beyond their dreams.
Casey shows progress with nice finish in Australia
While his winless streak didn't come to an end, Paul Casey's fifth-place finish in Australia is another sign that the Englishman might be headed in the right direction.
Bad sign for Euro Tour? Youngsters opting for PGA Tour Q-School
Lee Westwood's move to the PGA Tour was a blow for the European Tour, but might be minor by comparison if the bevy of young stars opting to participate in PGA Tour Q-School continues.
Euro Tour's sponsor woes intensify
With news that the Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup and Vivendi Seve Trophy will count as European Tour starts, the circuit's stars could skip other events and potentially diminish the value of tournament sponsorships.
Lewis has experienced growing pains in 2012
A year after winning the Portugal Masters in only his third career start, Tom Lewis has struggled mightily in his maiden year on the European Tour.
5 Things: Euro Tour's sponsor woes intensify
With news that the Ryder Cup, Presidents Cup and Vivendi Seve Trophy will count as European Tour starts, sponsors will continue to question whether events are worth pouring money into.
U.S. breaks scoring record in winning World Am Team
Behind Justin Thomas, Steven Fox and Chris Williams, the United States romps to the World Amateur Team title while Mexico's Sebastian Vazquez claims individual title.
USA leads by eight at rain-shortened event
Jim Vernon has the easiest job at the World Amateur Team Championship. He might as well wear an armband that reads “observer” as he walks the fairways.
Bulgaria, Serbia just happy to play World Amateur Team
While the U.S. continues to play incredible golf, the likes of Bulgaria and Serbia are playing one of only a handful of rounds that they will play as a team this year.
Record-setting first round for USA
While the United States got its World Amateur Team Championship campaign off to the best possible start, making a start was all that counted for Kyrgyzstan.
Preview: World Amateur Team Championship
This week’s World Amateur Team Championship in Antalya, Turkey, is staged at Cornelia Golf Club and over the PGA Sultan Course at Antalya Golf Club.
Mexico to host 2016 World Amateur Team event
Mexico will host the 2016 World Amateur Team Championships, Golfweek has learned.
From rags to riches, Poulter now Ryder Cup hero
Before Ian Poulter was a European Ryder Cup hero, he was a young boy growing up in England whose future was anything but predictable.
Korea wins team title, Ko is medalist at World Amateur
The final round of the World Amateur Team Championship confirmed two things: Lydia Ko is without doubt the undisputed world’s No. 1 amateur, and the strength of Korean golf shows no sign of abating.
Republic of Korea, Ko lead at World Amateur
The Republic of Korea and New Zealand's Lydia Ko lead after three rounds of the Women's World Amateur Team Championship.
Olazabal: A fighter who respects the match
Jose Maria Olazabal has softened over the years, but he still enjoys a heavyweight contest. He’ll bring the same fighting qualities as European captain to this month’s Ryder Cup that he first revealed as a competitor 30 years ago.
