Phuket, Thailand: Phachara Khongwatmai secured his maiden win on the Asian Tour when he claimed the US$1 million Laguna Phuket Championship after a gripping finish.
Kansas, United States: John Deere Golf has made a donation to the GCSAA Foundation to support First Green, which provides hands-on STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education at golf courses.
Florida, United States: The World Golf Hall of Fame and the PGA Tour have announced that the 2022 induction ceremony will be staged at the PGA Tour ‘Global Home’ corporate headquarters in Ponte Vedra Beach.
San Diego, United States: AquaFuse by CMF Global, Inc, a world leader in revolutionising piping products which improve golf course performance and water efficiency, will exhibit at the Irrigation Show and Education Week.
Florida, United States: Golf Datatech has unveiled the ‘Purchasing Power of Women in Golf’ study, projecting a substantial growth in spending as more women take to the game.
Arizona, United States: Troon has acquired Peter Burwash International, a leading tennis management company whose portfolio includes over 30 properties globally.
South Carolina, United States: The National Golf Course Owners Association has announced Annika Sorenstam as the recipient of its 2022 Award of Merit, the organisation’s most prestigious award.
Singapore: Cho Minn Thant has quashed rumours that Greg Norman will be taking over from him as Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer of the Asian Tour.
Helsinki, Finland: Soil Scout has announced the appointment of Lily Nuttall to the position of Agriculture and Horticulture Sales Executive.
St Andrews, Scotland and Liberty Corner, New Jersey, United States: Golf’s governing bodies have made available a Model Local Rule to further limit the use of Green-Reading Materials.
St Andrews, Scotland: A new research report has shown that golf participation is on the rise in Europe with over 10 million golfers now enjoying the sport.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: The 20th anniversary between Troon Golf and Emaar Hospitality Group has been celebrated with an intimate event with Team Troon’s Matt Fitzpatrick.
Newcastle, England: Requiring a robust fleet of greenkeeping machinery which was powerful enough to maintain its 500-acre, 36-hole site, Longhirst Hall Golf Club has placed its faith in Toro.
St Andrews, Scotland: The R&A has appointed Russell Smith as the General Manager of its new community golf facility at Lethamhill in Glasgow.
Arizona, United States: Two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson has joined Team Troon – a collection of top golf talent representing the Troon brand throughout professional golf.