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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Mickelson Refuses To Deny PGA Tour Suspension
Lefty has addressed the media for the first time since his hiatus
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Asian Tour CEO 'Surprised' R&A Stripped Open Spot For Order Of Merit Winner
In an exclusive with Golf Monthly, Cho Minn Thant addresses the Asian Tour's relationship with the R&A and DP World Tour
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Tiger Woods Withdraws From The US Open
Tiger Woods will not feature in this years US Open at Brookline
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McDowell Hopes LIV Golf Allegiance 'Doesn't Affect' Ryder Cup Future
The former US Open champion is hoping his participation in the LIV Golf Series doesn't impact his future Ryder Cup hopes
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Dustin Johnson Quits PGA Tour For LIV Golf Invitational Series
Dustin Johnson has announced his resignation from the PGA Tour
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Rickie Fowler Lips Out In Agonising US Open Qualifying
Rickie Fowler to miss second consecutive US Open after failing in qualifying bid
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Phil Mickelson Reveals ‘Reckless’ And ‘Embarrassing’ Gambling Addiction
The six-time Major champion has revealed his gambling woes ahead of a return to competitive action
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Sergio Garcia Amongst More Players To Cancel PGA Tour Membership
Sergio Garcia, Louis Oosthuizen, Charl Schwartzel and Branden Grace are all reported to have resigned from the PGA Tour
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Saudi-Backed LIV Golf Series - Everything We Know
All we know about the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series, one of golf's biggest talking points
