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Watch VideoRuben Amorim invites Rory McIlroy to Old Trafford to inspire troubled Manchester United

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has extended an invitation to Masters champion Rory McIlroy to visit Old Trafford, hoping to draw inspiration from the golfer's recent triumph.

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AFP|Published

Rory’s hook shot to winning

Discover how Rory McIlroy achieved his long-time dream of a Grand Slam in golf, including key techniques for mastering the hook shot that led to his victory.

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Nisharlan Sewgolum|Published

Watch VideoRory McIlroy's silent determination: A Masters triumph without conversation

Rory McIlroy's long-awaited Masters triumph was marked by intense focus and a lack of conversation with Bryson DeChambeau.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoRory McIlroy's emotional Masters victory completes his Grand Slam journey

Rory McIlroy's emotional victory at the Masters marks the completion of his Grand Slam journey, as he sinks a crucial birdie putt in a sudden death playoff against Justin Rose,

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AFP|Published

Charl Schwartzel cherishes his Masters legacy while pursuing The Open at St Andrews

As a 20-something-year-old Charl Schwartzel didn’t fully grasp his Masters victory back in 2011 and the magnitude of winning one of golf’s most famous majors.

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Leighton Koopman|Published

Justin Rose keeps three-shot Masters lead as Ludvig Aberg, Bryson DeChambeau charge

Justin Rose maintained his three-stroke Masters lead through the front nine of Friday's second round, shooting to eight-under as challengers Ludvig Aberg and Bryson DeChambeau mounted a charge at five-under.

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Watch VideoSchwartzel, Bezuidenhout, Lawrence struggle at the Masters: Can they make the cut?

Three South African golfers face a daunting challenge at the Masters after lacklustre first rounds and tough windy conditions expected in round two.

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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoJustin Rose lights up Augusta National to take Masters lead as Rory McIlroy stumbles

Justin Rose fires a scorching seven-under-par 65 to seize the first-round lead at the Masters, three strokes ahead of defending champion Scottie Scheffler.

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AFP|Published

Watch Video'Tom Brady of cricket': Christiaan Bezuidenout introduces 'caddy' AB de Villiers to US media at Masters

AB de Villiers experiences the Masters like never before as he caddies for Christiaan Bezuidenout in the traditional Par-3 contest.

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John Goliath|Published

Winning the Green Jacket: mental preparation for golf's biggest challenge"

It’s Masters week in the golfing world with some of the world's best trying to get their share of history by winning the Green Jacket. Rory McIlrory will be trying to get the win that has eluded him in his fine career with Scottie Scheffler going for a three in consecutive years victories.

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Nisharlan Sewgolum|Published

SA star Charl Schwartzel eyes second Masters Green Jacket at Augusta: ‘I am feeling good about it’

After finishing second in Miami, a confident Charl Schwartzel believes he has what it takes to claim a second Green Jacket, joining two other South Africans in the Masters hunt at Augusta.

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Leighton Koopman|Published

Masters 2025: South African golfing trio aim for glory as ‘favourite week’ of the year arrives at Augusta National

As the week builds up to the first Major tournament of the year, South Africa will have three contenders, including a rookie debutant, looking to challenge for the famous Green Jacket

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Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoTiger Woods has been on the prowl again, as the world still wonders about his golf game

Tiger Woods, after confirming a new relationship with Vanessa Trump, continues to struggle with health challenges affecting his golf career, including recent surgeries and past injuries, while maintaining a private personal life following high-profile relationships and his 2010 scandal.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoErnie Els slams Rory McIlroy over controversial Champions Tour remarks

Rory McIlroy's controversial remarks about the Champions Tour have sparked a heated response from golfing legend Ernie Els.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoWhat did Gary Player foresee? Tiger Woods undergoes Achilles surgery

As Tiger Woods was effectively ruled out of The Masters following Achilles surgery, did Gary Player see it coming?

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoTiger Woods might not be able to walk Augusta at The Masters, says Gary Player

Tiger Woods has had so many health challenges over the last few years, especially after a serious car crash in February 2021 that badly injured his ankle.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoLIV Golf duo Charl Schwartzel and Branden Grace set to tee it up at SA Open

The LIV Golf duo confirmed their participation in the second oldest national open in golf on Tuesday, in a big boost to the tournament.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoSouth African golf stars bank massive R5. 76m each at LIV Golf Adelaide

Dean Burmester and Charl Schwartzel each pocketed a handy $312,500 (R5. 76m) for finishing in a tie for 12th at the LIV Golf Adelaide.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch Video13 years and waiting … When will a Saffa win a men’s golf major again?

When Ernie Els won the 2012 Open Championship at Royal Lytham & St Anne’s, it completed an exceptional run of regular major wins for South Africans.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoRory McIlroy captures PGA Pebble Beach title: 'Really cool to win at one of golf's cathedrals'

Rory McIlroy has ensured an eighth consecutive season with a victory and he hopes to complete a career grand slam at the majors by winning the Masters in April at Augusta National.

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AFP|Published

Tiger's back . . . is a problem, Woods withdraws from Hero World Challenge

The 48-year-old Tiger Woods has played just once in his own event in the last three years due to poor health following a serious car crash in February 2021.

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Michael Sherman|Published

WATCH: Aldrich Potgieter is the next big thing in SA golf, but why does he have an American accent?

Aldrich Potgieter’s been successful at every level of golf he’s played, best demonstrated over the weekend as he became the second youngest-ever to earn a US PGA Tour card, via the Korn Ferry Tour (KFT) moneylist.

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Michael Sherman|Published

SA’s Aldrich Potgieter makes history as second youngest to earn PGA Tour card

The 20-year-old Aldrich Potgieter finished 29th on the Korn Ferry Tour moneylist, with the top-30 earning playing privileges for next season on the PGA Tour.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Moustachioed menace Christiaan Bezuidenhout ready to battle USA at Presidents Cup

Christiaan Bezuidenhout will be hoping, or maybe not, his moustache can change his luck at the Presidents Cup.

Sport Golf
Michael Sherman|Published

Tiger Woods goes back under the knife again with more back surgery

Tiger Woods, who turns 49 in December, hasn't played since he missed the cut at the Open Championship in July.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published