Aaron Rai will return to the UAE as a Major champion as he looks to defend his title at the Abu Dhabi Aldar Championship, which gets the season-ending DP World Tour Play-Offs under way from November 5–8. The Englishman claimed his second Rolex Series title at Yas Links last November, overcoming Tommy Fleetwood in a dramatic play-off, and he has built on that success in style. In May, the 31-year-old sealed his maiden Major title with a masterclass in composure at Aronimink Golf Club, becoming the first Englishman in 107 years to lift the Wanamaker Trophy after a sublime back…
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Jane Turner
Jane Turner is the Editor of Golf Business Technology and has worked in the Education and Consulting sector for over two decades.
Honour bestows distinction on the luxury venue’s golf and resort amenities Apes Hill Barbados has been named in the newly released list of the “Top 100 Golf Resorts in the world” from Golf.com for the first time, reflecting the growing reputation of one of the Caribbean’s most respected golf and lifestyle communities. The prestigious list, compiled by the staff of Golf.com/GOLF magazine, celebrates an elite collection of established and emerging golf resorts across the world, combining the quality of the golf experience with accommodation, hospitality and the wider destination offering. GOLF described Apes Hill as: “Set 1,000 feet above sea…
The Third Year Experience Will Feature 70+ Participating Brands, Experienced Education and New Events Racquet Sports at the PGA Show returns Jan. 26–29 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando with an expanded 2027 experience for industry professionals, featuring more than 70 participating brands, new networking and product experiences, and a new dedicated Racquet Sports Education Program. Across tennis, pickleball, padel and more, the 2027 event will offer expanded product discovery, dedicated education, live programming, networking and industry events, with additional access to the broader PGA Show. More Brands. More to Discover. With more than 18,000 square feet of…
Aphrodite Hills Resort has officially opened its new PGA National Golf Academy, bringing together expert PGA coaching and world-leading technology to create one of Europe’s most advanced golf academies. The PGA National Golf Academy has been designed for golfers of every level, from complete beginners and juniors to experienced players, elite golfers, families, groups and visiting guests. The opening marks another significant milestone in the Mediterranean resort’s continued investment programme, further strengthening the position of Aphrodite Hills Resort among Europe’s leading sporting destinations. The academy combines an outstanding range of coaching technology and practice environments, enabling golfers to develop every…
First Shield Collection drop features hidden SEVE icon beneath Ryder Cup emblem in tribute to the man who helped shape Europe’s Ryder Cup identity SEVE Collection has launched ‘The Heart of SEVE’, the first release from its limited Shield Collection created for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor. Unveiled with a year to go before the opening tee shot in Ireland, the collection places Seve Ballesteros at the heart of its design, both symbolically and physically. On each item, Seve’s iconic silhouette sits discreetly behind the official Ryder Cup emblem, close to the heart when the garment is worn.…
Updated No. 1 course welcomes back members; part of reimagination of iconic Texas course Invited Clubs, the worldwide leader in private clubs, is continuing its extensive, multi-year series of renovations to The Hills Course at The Clubs of Stonebridge Ranch. The reopening of the No. 1 course is the latest in a series of ongoing, multi-million dollar renovations focused on a comprehensive revitalization of The Clubs of Stonebridge Ranch’s three courses spanning the past two years. The reinvigorated No. 1 course, a nine-hole layout revamped by World Golf Hall of Famer and 21-time PGA TOUR champion Lanny Wadkins and renowned…
Audubon International launched its new Club Amenities certification program that guides and recognizes golf and country clubs and resorts for their environmental stewardship beyond the golf course. Covering clubhouses, racquet courts, fitness centers, pools and other recreational areas, Audubon International’s best management practices help its club amenities members elevate their ecological and financial well-beings. The Audubon International club amenities playbook includes how to create: Clubs that piloted the science-based sustainability program prior to official launch reported meaningful reductions in operating costs while enhancing product and service deliveries. They also attracted and secured new members and guests who favor eco-friendly clubs…
Major multi-year project will ambitiously expand course coverage, improve water efficiency and expand rainwater harvesting as Surrey resort continues long-term investment in its golf offering. Foxhills Club & Resort has announced a major £3 million investment in a complete transformation of its irrigation infrastructure, marking the next significant phase of the Surrey resort’s long-term commitment to improving the quality, resilience and sustainability of both its championship golf courses for generations to come. The multi-year project will see more than 3,500 new heads installed across both courses (Longcross and Bernard Hunt), more than doubling existing coverage of approximately 1,800 heads – alongside…
Approachable 9-hole course offers a relaxed, 90-minute golf experience for all skill levels The Hills Country Club, a premier golf and lifestyle destination in the Invited Clubs portfolio of properties, is pleased to announce the unveiling of The Cub, a brand-new 9-hole pitch & putt course. Designed around fun, family and community, the course is the latest milestone in an ongoing reinvestment project at the club focused on creating an inviting environment that best serves today’s members. The Cub – a name inspired by the work of the legendary Jack Nicklaus, the “Golden Bear” who designed 36 holes at The…
Netherlands’ first Solheim Cup welcomes 80,000 spectators as Bernardus becomes the first venue to stage the PING Junior Solheim Cup and Solheim Cup on the same course For a few unforgettable days, Bernardus became the stage for the world’s leading golfers from Europe and the United States, surrounded by tens of thousands of passionate fans on the course and many more following from home. Held from 11–13 September, the tournament placed Bernardus in front of a global audience and concluded with Team Europe reclaiming the trophy following a dramatic 15–13 victory over the United States. The event attracted approximately 80,000…