Rain not spoiling the party as golf’s Open returns to Portrush
The rain hammered down and the home hero’s victory chances were washed away but nothing was about to spoil the Portrush party on the Open’s historic return.
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Open Championship a massive thing for Northern Ireland, says Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy has hailed the return of golf’s Open Championship to Northern Ireland as proof that his homeland has long moved on from the dark days of the past.
Aberdeen children being encouraged to tee off
An initiative has been launched to encourage young people in Aberdeen to take up golf.
Paul Lawrie still feeling a bit below par as Scottish Open looms
Paul Lawrie admits he’s not playing well ahead of competing in the Scottish Open and The Open.
SPONSORED: Golf – Ireland’s fairway to heaven
For some, the promise of 18 holes is enough to entice them anywhere. But what if you need to convince your loved ones to come with you to golfing paradise?
‘Passionate’ Wallace wants to show his better side
Matt Wallace is determined to restore his reputation and prove he is a “nice guy” after the latest incident of poor on-course behaviour.
Dunes at Trump golf course may lose protected status
Sand dunes at Donald Trump’s Aberdeenshire golf resort may lose their status as a protected wildlife site.
Dunes at Trump’s north-east golf course may lose protected status
Damage caused by the development of the Trump golf course at Menie may see the dunes lose their protected status.
Huge blaze breaks out near golf course
Firefighters are tackling a large blaze in a historic building near a golf course.
Former world snooker champion priced 147-1 to qualify for golf major
Former world snooker champion Shaun Murphy will try to qualify for next month’s Open Golf Championship at Royal Portrush.
Initiative to cut single-use plastic at golf’s Scottish Open
A new initiative at Scotland’s national golf open aims to cut the use of plastic water bottles by up to 80%.
Volkswagen reveals fleet of concept cars in America
Volkswagen has showcased all manner of concepts at an event for VW enthusiasts in Savannah, Georgia.
‘I’ll find you’, Piers Morgan warns thief who stole his golf clubs
Piers Morgan has vowed to find a thief who broke into his car and stole his golf clubs.
Rae snatches victory as Morrison’s hope of triple comes unstuck
Former professional Mark Rae has ended the hopes of David Morrison completing a hat-trick of Evening Express Champion of Champions scratch titles this year.
Befriend a Child announces return of charity golf day
A charity which helps disadvantaged children in the north-east is on the hunt for keen golfers.
Mixed response over plans for 500 homes at Trump golf course
Plans to build more than 500 homes at the site of Donald Trump’s north-east golf course have received a mixed response from councillors.
Golf: Spanish lessons give McWilliam extra edge as she aims for Italian Amateur
Shannon McWilliam is aiming to build on her bold show in the Spanish Women’s International Amateur Championship when she tees off in the Italian equivalent.
Golf: Three-day Pro-Am to join Northern Open in Tartan Tour double for north-east
The north-east will host two high-profile Tartan Tour events this year.
Aberdeen’s Lawrie looks ahead to Senior Open at Royal Lytham
Aberdeen's Paul Lawrie has spoken of his excitement at taking on the Senior Open for the first time at Royal Lytham.
Golf: Rule changes get thumbs up in north-east as game tries to be fair for all
North-east District secretary George Young has given the thumbs up to the most radical changes to the sport of golf for decades.
Aberdeen golfer Lawrie’s desire to win still burns as he plots career on Senior tour
Paul Lawrie is aiming to take on the world’s best Seniors on both sides of the Atlantic this year.
Lawrie’s on the mend but in no rush to get back on golf course
Paul Lawrie has taken the first positive steps back on the long road from injury after having a protective boot removed following foot surgery.
Golf: Ben’s name next to Spence Trophy-winning European Tour hero Ramsay
Ben Read has followed in the footsteps of north-east professionals Richie Ramsay and Greig Hutcheon by winning the Spence Trophy... aged just 15.
Aberdeen’s Law graduates to golf’s European Tour for 2019
Aberdeen's David Law was among the four Scottish golfers to secure graduation from the Challenge Tour to next year's European Tour.
Golf: Keith takes over manager’s job at Royal Aberdeen
Keith Grant was today starting his second day as the new general manager at Royal Aberdeen.
Take up golf for a healthy life, experts suggest
Too many people are missing out on the health benefits of golf, a sport which is good for both the mind and body and can help lead to a longer life, a panel of international experts has claimed.
Take up golf for a healthy life, experts suggest
Too many people are missing out on the health benefits of golf, a sport which is good for both the mind and body and can help lead to a longer life, a panel of international experts has claimed.
Captains’ optimism over work on MacKenzie Championship Course at Hazlehead
The captains of Hazlehead Golf Club think players from “all over” will visit the Mackenzie Championship Course once extensive drainage works are complete.
North-east council gets on board with £1bn tourism strategy
A new tourism strategy aiming to bring £1 billion of visitor spend into the north-east by 2023 has been welcomed by councillors.
Tourism draw or ‘an embarrassment’ – war of words breaks out as Trump estate unveils £150m plans
Major plans to expand the Trump golf course complex have been hailed as a potential tourist draw for the north-east – but not everyone is behind them.