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SHEPHERD WINS AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP AFTER RECORD-BREAKING COMEBACK

Sussex amateur Laird Shepherd produced one of the greatest ever comebacks in matchplay history to win the 126th Amateur Championship amid emotional scenes at Nairn Golf Club in Scotland. In an all-England 36-hole final against Suffolk’s Monty Scowsill, the 23-year-old fought back from eight down after 17 holes, and from four down with four to play, to triumph at the 38th hole in an extraordinary match. Having battled with knee and back injuries in recent times, Shepherd, who is a […] The post SHEPHERD WINS AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP AFTER RECORD-BREAKING COMEBACK appeared first on Golf News.

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Spectators allowed back for Open Championship

Next month’s Open Championship at Royal St George’s in Kent will be able to host up to 32,000 each day following the latest government advice on staging outdoor events. A statement from the R&A said: “We can now confirm that we will be able to welcome up to 32,000 fans on each championship day of The 149th Open Championship at Royal St George’s and that this will include those existing ticketholders and hospitality guests who have already purchased tickets. We will be […] The post Spectators allowed back for Open Championship appeared first on Golf News.

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