Dear Industry Colleague

I was very sad to learn of the passing of Brian Huggett who died over the weekend at the age of 87. He was a superb golfer and a key player (and captain) in several Ryder Cups including the tied match at Royal Birkdale in 1969. Most of all he was a true gentleman and he will be sorely missed. 

At this time of year there is fantastic golf available for spectators to attend and viewers to watch. Just last week the Solheim Cup was far closer than it would have appeared to be after the first round of matches. Congratulations to both teams and how wonderful it was to see such a great spirit displayed by both teams with sportsmanship (sportspersonship perhaps) to the fore. 

The BMW PGA Championships at Wentworth once again provided a feast of entertainment. Billy Horschel won a thrilling three person, two hole playoff with Rory McIlroy once again the nearly man. Billy Horschel, a great Anglophile and a West Ham fan, was a popular winner and a great gentleman in his comments after his victory following his dramatic eagle.

Elsewhere, LIV Golf had its finale, the Rich-Boys-Who-Cares-Championship where one side ended up even more staggeringly rich - but this was not of any real note due to the contrived format. 

The golf industry seems to be in a great place and next year‘s Ryder Cup looks to have two very strong sides following on from the PGA Tour’s decision to include LIV golfers, if selected. This is a great move and one that will help to unify the sport and provide for the most entertaining golfing spectacle.

Best wishes, Colin Jenkins.