James joined Golf Monthly having previously written for other digital outlets. He is obsessed with all areas of the game – from tournament golf, to history, equipment, technique and travel. He is also an avid collector of memorabilia; with items from the likes of Bobby Jones, Tiger Woods, Francis Ouimet, Arnold Palmer, Lee Trevino, Adam Scott and Ernie Els. As well as writing for Golf Monthly, James’ golfing highlight is fist bumping Phil Mickelson on his way to winning the Open Championship at Muirfield in 2013. James grew up on the east coast of England and is the third generation of his golfing family. He now resides in Leeds and is a member of Cobble Hall Golf Club with a handicap index of 1.7. His favourite films are The Legend of Bagger Vance and Tin Cup.
Latest articles by James Hibbitt
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Rick Shiels Announces 'Walk150' To Celebrate The 150th Open Championship
One of the world’s most watched golf media outlets, Rick Shiels, embarks on a 150-mile journey across Scotland to celebrate the 150th Open Championship for Prostate Cancer UK
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Harry Diamond To Return Caddying For Rory McIlroy At US Open
Harry Diamond returns on the bag following the arrival of his second child
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Plane Makes Successful Emergency Landing On Golf Course
A small plane was forced to land on a golf course after in-flight emergency
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'It Was A Business Decision' - DeChambeau Explains LIV Golf Move
Bryson DeChambeau has spoken to the media for the first time since his PGA Tour U-turn
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Sunderland Whisperdry Pro-Lite Waterproof Jacket Review
A stylish yet practical waterproof jacket that offers expert protection from the elements
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Sunderland Technical Performance Trousers Review
A comfortable, stylish and practical trouser that will have you playing golf in confidence
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Sunderland Technical Padded Jacket Review
How did the Sunderland Technical Padded Jacket perform out on the course? We put it to the test
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8 Big Names Missing The US Open
Take a look at some of the biggest names that won't be teeing it up at Brookline
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When Is The Next LIV Golf Event?
The LIV Golf Invitational Series kickstarts this week, but there's more
