Watch: Former Masters champion accidentally hits ball during practice swing
Zach Johnson achieved an unwanted personal first at the Masters when he struck the ball from its tee by mistake during a practice swing.
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Golfers delight crowds at the Masters by skipping balls across the water
Golfers preparing for the Masters at Augusta took part in a grand tradition by skipping balls across the water on the 16th hole.
First Drive: The Skoda Scala is the mid-sized family hatchback the firm has been craving
What is it? The Volkswagen Group is pretty good at churning out some of the best family hatchbacks in the business. Volkswagen has its Golf, Seat its Leon and Audi its A3. But where does Skoda fit into all of this?
The best used cars with free road tax
The best things in life are free, right? And while road tax – or vehicle excise duty (VED) as it’s more appropriately known – is an inevitability for most, there are ways to avoid paying it.
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.
Which former US president made a hole-in-one on the golf course?
Former US president George W. Bush has made a hole-in-one at a Dallas course that will soon host his institute’s Warrior Open honouring wounded US military personnel.
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.
Tommy Fleetwood and Keegan Bradley charge up leaderboard at Bay Hill
Tommy Fleetwood took advantage of the par-five holes at the Arnold Palmer Invitational in spectacular fashion to move into a share of the halfway lead at Bay Hill.
First Drive: Mazda’s 3 reaches a new level
What is it? C-segment cars continue to be a popular choice for UK buyers, but it’s arguably a tough class to crack for manufacturers. With the latest Ford Focus still flying off the shelves like those before it, the Volkswagen Golf proving to soldier on, and the patriotic among us buying Vauxhall Astras in their droves, it’s going to take a real gem for the rest of the industry to break into it.
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.
Shane Lowry targets Ryder Cup after Abu Dhabi Championship victory
Shane Lowry fixed his sights firmly on the Ryder Cup after winning the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship for a first European Tour title since 2015.
Shane Lowry fights back to take the trophy in Abu Dhabi
Ireland’s Shane Lowry produced a magnificent fightback to win the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship for a first European Tour title since 2015.
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.
Golf: North-east amateur Roger tells of how France trip descended into farce
Former Scottish youths champion Stephen Roger’s trip to play in France’s top amateur tournament turned into a nightmare he could never have imagined.
North-east’s Sam Locke think about decision to turn professional
Stonehaven amateur Sam Locke insists he won’t rush into the decision on whether to turn professional after winning the Silver Medal at Carnoustie.
South African debutant Erik van Rooyen is early pace-setter at Open Championship
Debutant Erik van Rooyen made best use of benign conditions on the first day of the 147th Open Championship at Carnoustie to take an early lead.
South African debutant Erik van Rooyen is early pace-setter at Open Championship
Debutant Erik van Rooyen made best use of benign conditions on the first day of the 147th Open Championship at Carnoustie to take an early lead.
Woods hopes to keep his Tiger feet dry at Carnoustie
Former champion Tiger Woods had an anxious eye on the weather as the 147th Open Championship got under way at Carnoustie on Thursday.
Woods hopes to keep his Tiger feet dry at Carnoustie
Former champion Tiger Woods had an anxious eye on the weather as the 147th Open Championship got under way at Carnoustie on Thursday.