
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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‘I Genuinely Think Tommy Fleetwood Could Be The Next Legitimate Challenger To Scottie Scheffler’
Following arguably the most significant period in the Englishman's career, we discuss what might lie in store for Tommy Fleetwood before the end of 2026...
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Scott O'Neil Claims LIV Golf Has Added 'Half A Billion' In Sponsorship Within Past Year
The LIV Golf League CEO shared the information days after Companies House accounts showed LIV Golf's UK arm lost more than $461 million in 2024
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HLINC Waterproof Links Golf Jacket Review: The (Almost) Faultless Specialist Which Delivers On Its Promises
I put the weather-resistant Links Golf Jacket from HLINC to the test and was throughly impressed with how it performed both on and off the golf course
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How Much Did Tommy Fleetwood Win At The 2025 DP World India Championship?
Tommy Fleetwood claimed his eighth DP World Tour title at the inaugural DP World India Championship at Delhi Golf Club - but how much did he earn?
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Korn Ferry Tour Pro Shares How Much Money He Made (And The Incredible Amount He Spent) During Entire 2025 Season
James Nicholas posted a video on social media sharing a breakdown of his earnings and expenditure through the 2025 Korn Ferry Tour season
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SJM Macao Open Full Prize Money Breakdown 2025
Following an increased prize purse at the recent International Series tournament, the Asian Tour's SJM Macao Open offers a more modest amount to players
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BMW Ladies Championship Full Prize Money Payout 2025
Australia's Hannah Green defends her title at the beautiful Pine Beach Golf Links as the LPGA Tour's Asian Swing continues in South Korea
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I Used A Brand New Putter In An Important Round - Here's Why I'll Never Do It Again
It can be oh so tempting to use a new club out on the course immediately after acquiring it - here's why doing so can be a really bad idea...
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DP World India Championship Tee Times: Round Two
Ryder Cup hero Shane Lowry leads the DP World India Championship after round one thanks to a superb opening day at the fascinating Delhi Golf Club...
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Top 50 Coach To Receive British Empire Medal From King Charles For Services To Golf
Swedish-born Anders Mankert now lives in England and has been coaching blind or partially-sighted people to play golf for the past 30 years
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Korea's Pebble Beach, Father-Son Duo In Same Field And Rory McIlroy 'Not Hitting Driver' At All: This Week In Golf
Despite no PGA Tour golf this weekend, there have been - and continue to be - plenty of interesting storylines in the sport...
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Jon Rahm's Earnings Topped $33 Million In 2025... Despite Failing To Win A Tournament
The Spaniard enjoyed another year of excellent results in both Majors and the LIV Golf League and earned a handsome sum as a result...
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'The Whole Situation Was Pretty Upsetting' - Viktor Hovland Admits Ryder Cup Withdrawal Was 'Tough' But Says Envelope Rule Should Remain As Is Or Face Potential Manipulation
The Norwegian shared an update on the status of the neck injury which forced him to withdraw from the Sunday singles at last month's Ryder Cup in New York
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'Visa Issues' Force Three-Time European Tour Winner To Withdraw From DP World India Championship
Scotland's Ewen Ferguson was due to join the likes of Rory McIlroy, Tommy Fleetwood and Ben Griffin in the new event's field at Delhi Golf Club
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Jon Rahm Announces Extended Break Following First Winless Season Of His Pro Career
The Spaniard revealed after finishing T9th in his national open that he will miss the DP World Tour Playoffs and not play competitively until February 2026
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'Do It For Your Family' - Is Retirement The Only Remaining Option For Tiger Woods After Latest Surgery... Or Can He Come Back Again?
Following the seventh back surgery of his career, the Golf Monthly news team debates whether retirement is around the corner for Tiger Woods...
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New Owners Confirm Top 100 Course To Close Until 2027
Owners of The European Club in Ireland have informed members the course is to close in December 2025 for major redevelopment work to take place
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Marco Penge Withstands Incredible Fightback From Injured Dan Brown To Clinch Open De España Title And Two Major Starts Via Playoff
Marco Penge managed losing a four-stroke lead and being taken to a playoff to win the Spanish Open - consequently earning spots at The Masters and The Open
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Korn Ferry Tour Championship Full Prize Money Payout 2025
The Korn Ferry Tour reaches its conclusion at French Lick Resort and a significant prize purse is on the line alongside the chance to reach the PGA Tour...
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Spanish Open 2025 Prize Money Payout
As the DP World Tour season heads towards its conclusion, the final European event of the year is offering up a large purse to those who make the cut in Madrid
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Tiger Woods Announces Third Surgery In 13 Months After Tests Discover 'Compromised Spinal Canal'
The 15-time Major champion shared via social media that he had undergone another surgery just over a year from his most recent back procedure
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Xander Schauffele Holds Nerve To Claim First Victory Since 2024 Open Championship
The World No.4 fired a final round 64 (-7) to hold off Max Greyserman by a stroke and win the 2025 Baycurrent Classic at Yokohama Country Club in Japan
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What Is The Average Salary Of A Korn Ferry Tour Player?
While there is less money floating around on the Korn Ferry Tour than on the PGA Tour, players are still capable of earning an enviable amount of money per year
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'That's Not On Me' - Collin Morikawa Defends Ryder Cup 'Chaos' Comments
Team USA player Collin Morikawa insists some fans' unnecessary behavior during the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black was not linked to his pre-event comments...
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