
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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FedEx Cup Playoffs Format: How Is The PGA Tour Season Champion Decided?
The PGA Tour Playoffs feature three successive tournaments that build towards naming the FedEx Cup champion at East Lake Golf Club in Georgia
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’I See Birds Above Me And About 15 People Around Me And I Was Like 'Where The F*** Am I?' - Charley Hull Explains 'Scary" Evian Championship Collapses
The World No.19 has detailed what happened to her at the Evian Championship before she collapsed and was taken off the course on a stretcher
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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'A Very Obvious Good Choice' - Jon Rahm Tips Sergio Garcia For 2031 Ryder Cup Captaincy
A day after the 2031 Ryder Cup was confirmed to be taking place in Spain, Jon Rahm backed Garcia to be appointed as Team Europe's leader in six years' time
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Scottie Scheffler's Open Victory Sees TV Broadcaster Deliver Most-Watched Coverage Ever
Despite a runaway victory by Scheffler, Sky Sports reported its most-watched coverage of The Open ever while NBC's numbers were significantly up from 2024
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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3M Open 2025 First-Round Leader Picks: Habitual Fast-Starter Backed To Maintain Run At TPC Twin Cities
The PGA Tour returns to centre stage following The Open Championship, and we've selected a couple of potential first-round leaders of the 2025 3M Open
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Charlie Woods Widely Misses US Junior Amateur Cut Despite Vastly-Improved Second Round
The son of Tiger Woods failed to progress into the match play segment of the prestigious competition, with most of the damage done during his first round
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'It's Fun To Watch Greatness' Or 'No Point' Tuning In? Golf Fans Debate The Entertainment Value Of Scottie Scheffler’s Dominance
Golf Monthly readers have shared their opinions on whether the World No.1's robot-like consistency is a good thing for the sport's engagement with fans
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Scottie Scheffler Takes Claret Jug On New York Sightseeing Tour With Stops At The Tonight Show And Premiere Of Happy Gilmore 2
The American returned to his home country hours after winning The Open Championship at Royal Portrush and set about parading his new silverware
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Bryson DeChambeau, Scottie Scheffler And John Daly Among Major-Winning Golf Stars To Attend Happy Gilmore 2 Premiere In New York
The highly-anticipated golf movie attracted some of the sport's biggest names to New York as Happy Gilmore 2 premiered at Jazz at Lincoln Center
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Final LIV Golf Leaderboard At The Open
Bryson DeChambeau finished top of the LIV Golfers in the field at Royal Portrush - here's how the final leaderboard looks
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Chris Gotterup Didn't Win The 2025 Open, But Here's Everything He Gets After A Brilliant Week At Royal Portrush
The American was powerless to prevent Scottie Scheffler from running away with the Claret Jug, but he has earned several perks after a great week
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Scottie Scheffler Wins The Open Championship In Dominant Fashion
Scottie Scheffler fired a three-under 68 to claim a four stroke victory over Harris English, with the World No.1 dominating proceedings at Royal Portrush
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How Much Scottie Scheffler Won At The 2025 Open
The World No.1 cruised to his fourth Major title at Royal Portrush - here's how much he earned at the tournament
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Barracuda Championship Full Prize Purse Breakdown 2025
Check out the full prize purse breakdown from this opposite-field event in California which uses the modified Stableford format instead of stroke play
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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I Walked With Rory McIlroy At The Open - Let Me Tell You 7 Unique Lessons You Won't Have Learned On TV
An afternoon walking yards behind the five-time Major winner offered several unique insights that watching on TV simply would not afford
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Who Is Matt Fitzpatrick's Wife? Meet Katherine Gaal
Who is 2022 US Open Champion Matt Fitzpatrick married to? Discover more about the Englishman's wife, Katherine Gaal here
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Who Is Brian Harman's Caddie? Meet Scott Tway
We take a look at who currently carries the bag for Brian Harman.
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Drop Zones At The Open: Are They Fair?
These small designated areas at Royal Portrush vary greatly in terms of their severity, but do any of the drop zones offer a fair result for a wayward shot?
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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What Is The Cut Rule For The Open At Royal Portrush?
While the cut score can change significantly year-upon-year, the rule which decides how many players make it through remains consistent...
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Who Is Haotong Li's Caddie? Meet Jady de Beer
Find out more about the charismatic South African who carries Haotong Li's bag on tour every week, Jady de Beer
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Haotong Li Facts: 16 Things You Didn't Know About The Chinese Golfer
Find out more about Chinese pro, Haotong Li via these facts regarding his life and journey through the game so far...
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The Open Championship 2025 Expert Picks To Win And Odds For Royal Portrush
Check out the outright-winner odds for The Open and our team's picks to lift the Claret Jug at Royal Portrush this week
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YouTube Star Grant Horvat Explains Why He Rejected Chance To Play In PGA Tour's Barracuda Championship
The content creator was given a sponsor's invite into this week's co-sanctioned event in California but explained why he will not be taking up the offer
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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The Open Championship Sleeper Picks: Huge-Price LIV Golfers Backed To Contend At Royal Portrush
Away from a fairytale victory for Rory McIlroy or a predictable success for Scottie Scheffler, who else is worth a punt at the 153rd Open Championship?
By Jonny Leighfield Published