
Jonny Leighfield
Jonny Leighfield is our Staff News Writer who joined Golf Monthly just in time for the 2023 Solheim Cup and Ryder Cup. He graduated from the University of Brighton with a degree in Sport Journalism in 2017 and spent almost five years as the sole sports reporter at his local newspaper. During his time with Golf Monthly, Jonny has interviewed several stars of the game, including Robert MacIntyre, Ian Poulter, Lee Westwood, and Joaquin Niemann. An improving golfer himself, Jonny enjoys learning as much about the game as he can and recently reached his Handicap goal of 18 for the first time. He has attended multiple Open Championships, including his first for Golf Monthly at Royal Portrush in 2025.
Latest articles by Jonny Leighfield
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Which Celebrities Are Playing In The 2026 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament Of Champions?
A whole host of famous faces will be teeing it up alongside the LPGA Tour's very best in Florida this week, with a number of former champions also confirmed
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Rory McIlroy Suggests Unsettled LIV Pros 'A Great Thing For The PGA Tour'
Speaking after Boston Common's TGL victory on Monday night, Rory McIlroy suggested talk of LIV players returning is "a great thing for the PGA Tour"
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PGA Tour Winners Among Early Withdrawals From Farmers Insurance Open
Three tour winners have already pulled out of this week's Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines where Brooks Koepka is making his return after leaving LIV
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‘If I Were Patrick Reed, I’d Be Actively Pursuing A Return To The PGA Tour’
Patrick Reed revealed he's yet to sign a new contract with LIV Golf and has made noises about a return to the PGA Tour recently - so what is likely to happen?
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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How Much Did Patrick Reed Win At The Hero Dubai Desert Classic?
Patrick Reed secured the victory at the $9 million Rolex Series event, with the American claiming over $1.5 million in prize money at Emirates GC
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The American Express Full Prize Money Payout 2026
This year's American Express purse has been raised by $400,000 compared to the 2025 tournament, with a sprint to the finish line in store at the Stadium Course
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'Free Agent' Patrick Reed Admits He Has Not Yet Signed 2026 LIV Golf Contract
In a surprising revelation following his Dubai Desert Classic victory, Reed shared he is yet to agree terms on a new contract with the LIV Golf League for 2026
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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LIV Golfer Handed Retrospective Two-Stroke Penalty At Dubai Desert Classic
David Puig was preparing to sign for a one-over-par round of 73 on Sunday at Emirates Golf Club before DP World Tour officials noticed a Rules violation
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Patrick Reed Cruises To Dubai Desert Classic Victory As Rival David Puig Handed Retrospective Two-Stroke Penalty
Reed was in complete control for large parts of the final round at Emirates Golf Club and carded a closing 72 to claim the Dubai Desert Classic title by four
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6 Big Names And Notables To Miss The American Express Cut
While Si Woo Kim, Scottie Scheffler and Blades Brown try and close out the title in California, some key faces will not be around for the final day's play
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The American Express Final Round Tee Times And Pairings 2026
Check out all of the final round tee times and pairings at The American Express where a fascinating Sunday is in store at the Pete Dye Stadium Course
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The 5 Things I Will Do (And The 2 I Won't) To Improve My Game In 2026
Following an up and down 2025 on the course, news writer Jonny Leighfield has made a list of dos and don'ts for 2026 which he hopes will lead to improvement
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Major Champion Receives Two-Stroke Penalty After 'Huge Mistake'
Brian Harman made the costly error midway through his opening round at the Pete Dye Stadium Course on Thursday, going on to card a double-bogey
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'Objectively Bad' Or 'Marginal Gains'? Rating LIV Golf's Winter Transfer Business
LIV has signed seven brand-new players this off-season while making a number of other roster changes - but is the circuit in a stronger of weaker position now?
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Which Players Have Left LIV Golf Ahead Of The 2026 Season?
10 pros departed the PIF-backed circuit prior to the 2026 campaign - here is who they are and information surrounding the reason for their exit
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College King Joins LIV, Patrick Reed's Surprising PGA Tour Admission And Two Stacked Fields: This Week In Golf
Another hectic week in golf has produced multiple storylines already with two stacked fields on the PGA Tour and DP World Tour likely to produce a few more
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Rory McIlroy Reveals Three New Career Goals Following Historic 2025
After winning The Masters to complete the Career Grand Slam, Rory McIlroy has shared what he still hopes to achieve throughout the rest of his pro golf career
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Golf Ball Rollback Timeline Could Be Tweaked As Governing Bodies Seek Further Feedback
The R&A and USGA are interested in "soliciting views" on a possible change from the phased implementation to a single date across the whole game
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Police Open Investigation After Seve Ballesteros Statue Goes Missing From Spanish Legend's Home Town
The life-size statue in honor of the five-time Major winner was reported missing from Pedreña on Monday, with local officials believing it may have been stolen
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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The American Express Round Two And Three Tee Times And Pairings 2026
Check out tee times and pairings for rounds two and three of The American Express following a day of predictably low-scoring across all three courses
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Dustin Johnson's New LIV Golf Contract Length Revealed In Rare Move
It was officially announced last week that the 4Aces captain had penned fresh terms with LIV Golf, but the length of his contract was initially kept under wraps
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What Next For Kevin Na After His Surprise LIV Golf Exit?
Off the back of the five-time PGA Tour winner's surprise exit from the LIV Golf League, what are Na's options as far as a return to the pro game goes?
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Should The PGA Tour Tweak Its Returning Member Program To Try And Poach Other LIV Golfers Back?
Patrick Reed has said he'd consider playing on the PGA Tour again if offered the same terms as Brooks Koepka was, so should Brian Rolapp and co. alter the Returning Member Program to lure more LIV golfers back?
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'Better For The Fans When There's Chaos Happening' - Bubba Watson Firmly Against LIV's Recent Change
The two-time Masters champion explained why he is not on board with the LIV Golf League's recent decision to expand its format from 54 to 72 holes
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