
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 attended both the 150th and 151st Open Championships and dreams of attending The Masters one day.
Latest articles by Jonny Leighfield
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How Many Golfers Entered The 2025 US Open At Oakmont Country Club?
The USGA revealed that a "record number of entries" were filed for the 125th US Open Championship at Oakmont Country Club in June
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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'I Don't Like Where The Tour Is Going' - Two-Time PGA Tour Winner Concerned Over 'Sloppy' State Of Historic US Circuit
Andrew Landry - who now competes on the Korn Ferry Tour - admits he is not a fan of recent changes on the top US circuit since LIV Golf arrived on the scene
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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7 Big Names Missing The 2025 Memorial Tournament
The penultimate Signature Event of the PGA Tour season at Muirfield Village will be without a handful of star names who either failed to qualify or withdrew
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Lydia Ko Explains How YouTube Golf Has Played A Key Part In Her US Women's Open Preparation
The three-time Major winner admitted she has been watching Bryan Bros content in order to understand more about Erin Hills prior to the US Women's Open
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Why Jack Nicklaus Wants Governing Bodies To 'Put A Line In The Sand' And Enforce Golf Ball Rollback As Soon As Possible
The Muirfield Village founder believes only around 100 US courses can currently host major events and that number will only decrease in the coming years if a golf ball rollback does not occur soon
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Charlie Woods In Contention At Team TaylorMade Invitational Thanks To Spectacular 65 And 'Epic Psycho' Scorecard In Round One
Woods is tied with Miles Russell, just one stroke back of the lead, heading into the final round of the American Junior Golf Association tournament in Florida
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Austrian Alpine Open 2025 Picks, Odds And Predictions
Find out the odds for the leading contenders at the DP World Tour's Austrian Alpine Open as well as our picks to win as the European Swing continues
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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US Women's Open 2025 Picks, Odds And Predictions
The second women's Major of the year is set to take place at Erin Hills and the betting odds are out - who have we chosen to get the job done?
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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World Amateur No.2 And No.3 Both Lock Up PGA Tour Cards Despite Contrasting Fortunes At 2025 NCAA D1 Men's Golf Championship
Jackson Koivun and David Ford will both compete on the PGA Tour in the coming seasons after graduating through the circuit's University route
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Kristoffer Reitan Wins Soudal Open In Playoff After Overcoming Nine-Stroke Deficit Via Course Record On Stunning Final Day
Norway's Kristoffer Reitan broke the course record at Rinkven International and then won his first DP World Tour title in a playoff at the Soudal Open
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Watch: 'Mentally Tired' Scottie Scheffler Turns Doomed Tee Shot Into Stress-Free Par At Charles Schwab Challenge
The World No.1 fought back during round three of the 2025 Charles Schwab Challenge, making a superb par-save en route to his six-under 64 on Saturday
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Open Qualifying Series Results And Schedule 2025
The number of opportunities for golfers to book a spot at the 153rd Open Championship are running out, with several big names already confirmed
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Three Years On From Surprise High Finish At St Andrews, Former LIV Pro Earns Latest Major Start Via Korea Open Victory
Sadom Kaewkanjana picked up the third Asian Tour win of his career on Sunday to book a spot at The 153rd Open Championship via the Open Qualifying Series
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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John Pak Caddie: Who Carries The PGA Tour Pro's Bag?
Get to know more about John Pak's caddie on the PGA Tour, Billy Narut and the story behind their on-course relationship which began in 2020
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Oakmont Country Club: 8 Facts About The 2025 US Open Course
The Pennsylvania layout is hosting the US Open for a 10th time in 2025 - here are a handful more facts about Oakmont Country Club you might not already know
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Rory McIlroy Travels To Bilbao For Manchester United Vs Tottenham Hotspur Europa League Final
McIlroy has travelled to Bilbao in northern Spain to watch his Manchester United team compete for silverware in the second-highest European club competition
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Bubba Watson Opens Up To Pat McAfee About Anxiety, Enjoying A Better Work-Life Balance Now And Why A LIV Schedule Can Be Tougher To Do Well With
The two-time Masters champion spoke to Pat McAfee about losing 20% of his original body weight due to anxiety around the time of his Major triumphs
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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TGL Has Announced Its Latest Franchise - But It Won't Be In Play Until 2027
Detroit-based Motor City Golf Club will become the latest franchise to join TGL, but not until 2027, the league announced on Tuesday
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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What You Get For Winning The NCAA Division 1 Golf Championship
Winning the highest individual honor in college golf comes with a plethora of amazing perks - whether it be as a male or female player...
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Maria Jose Marin Becomes Third Arkansas Player In Program History To Win NCAA Women's Individual Title
The University of Arkansas junior became the third woman in program history to secure medalist honors at the NCAA Women's D1 Individual Championship
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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High-Profile Cluster Withdraw From Charles Schwab Challenge Day After PGA Championship
Several star names have pulled out of the Charles Schwab Challenge already, with one player turning down a European return to make his latest PGA Tour start
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Curtis Cup Star Joins Rory McIlroy As Three-Time Winner In 2025
Mimi Rhodes has begun the 2025 Ladies European Tour season in scintillating style, winning the Dutch Ladies Open for her third title as a rookie
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Watch How Brilliant Agronomy Team Transform Waterlogged Senior Major Course Into Playable State In A Matter Of Hours
The agronomy team at Greystone Golf & Country Club worked near miracles to transform the waterlogged course into a playable condition on Sunday
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Angel Cabrera Clinches First Senior Major And Second Win In Four Starts After Monday Finish
The Argentinian carded a closing eight-under 64 at Greystone Golf & Country Club in Birmingham, Alabaham to defeat Jerry Kelly by one stroke
By Jonny Leighfield Published