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. An improving golfer who still classes himself as ‘one of the worst players on the Golf Monthly team’, Jonny enjoys playing as much as he can and is hoping to reach his Handicap goal of 18 at some stage. He attended both the 150th and 151st Opens and is keen to make it an annual pilgrimage.
Latest articles by Jonny Leighfield
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‘Too Many People Are Losing Interest' - Bryson DeChambeau Says Agreement Between Tours Needs To Happen 'Fast'
The Crushers GC captain was speaking alongside Joaquin Niemann and Brooks Koepka ahead of LIV Golf Miami this weekend
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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A Reigning Major Champion And Two Ryder Cup Winners Headline List Of Masters Rookies
There will be 17 players teeing it up at Augusta National Golf Club for the first time in 2024 - let's take a look at who they are...
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Rocco Mediate In Passionate Defence Of Chris DiMarco After Backlash To ‘Joke’ LIV Golf Money Comments
DiMarco had previously said in jest that he wished the Champions Tour would be bought by LIV so that they could play for "real money"
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Key Takeaways From Anthony Kim's Revealing LIV Golf Interview
LIV's newest signing spoke to David Feherty about a number of hard-hitting issues in his life and career during an interview called 'The Journey Back'
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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New DP World Tour CEO Guy Kinnings Optimistic About Unity In First Interview After Taking Charge
The DP World Tour's fifth CEO of all time, Guy Kinnings has outlined his plans for the future of the sport after succeeding Keith Pelley
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Anthony Kim Set To Make First US Start In 12 Years This Weekend
The 38-year-old last played on American soil in 2012 when he started the Wells Fargo Championship as a PGA Tour player
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'Don't Hold Your Breath' - Paul McGinley Expects Golf's Struggles To Continue With Unification Deal Potentially 'A Few More Years' Away
The former Ryder Cup captain was speaking to Irish radio about how soon he believes men's pro golf will come together again
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Rising Japanese Star Sees Nine-Shot Lead More Than Halved During Closing Stages Of Maiden DP World Tour Victory
Keita Nakajima was leading by nine shots at one point on Sunday before cruising to a four-stroke victory which earned his first DP World Tour win in just his 11th start
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Texas Children's Houston Open Final Round Tee Times
The PGA Tour is set for a thrilling Sunday in Houston as five players enter the fourth round at Memorial Park in a share of the lead
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Graeme McDowell Optimistic Golf Is 'Through A Lot Of The Pain' Partially Caused By 'Very Healthy Disruptor' LIV
The 2010 US Open winner admits he "hates where the game is right now" but remains confident golf will be "in great shape" once resolutions are found
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Major Winner Matt Fitzpatrick Outlines The Most Important Factor In Scoring Well At The Masters (And It's Not Putting)
Off the back of a top-10 at Augusta in 2023, the former US Open champion shares which part of a player's game he thinks must be in peak condition to stand a chance of slipping on the famed Green Jacket
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The Green Fees At This Week's PGA Tour Host Course Are Surprisingly Affordable
Memorial Park Golf Course is hosting the Texas Children's Houston Open on the PGA Tour this week - with bargain green fees available, especially to those who live in the area
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Phil Mickelson's New Caddie Sent Off With Heartfelt 'Thank You' By 10-Year Former Employer
Jon Yarbrough will replace Tim Mickelson as Lefty's looper ahead of the 2024 Masters and LIV Golf Miami
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Even A Fluid Sunday Leaderboard, Nail-Biting Finish, And Wholesome Winning Moment Cannot Prevent Significant Drop In PGA Tour Viewing Figures
Just 1.886 million people watched Sunday's PGA Tour action at the Copperhead Course on NBC as Peter Malnati claimed victory
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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The R&A Announces Launch Of 'One Club' Membership Initiative
One Club is free to join and provides fans with "a comprehensive array of year-round benefits, rewards, and exclusive content"
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Remember TGL? Several New Details (Including An Official Start Date) Emerge On Tiger Woods And Rory McIlroy's Postponed Golf League
PGA Tour golfer Rickie Fowler explains a whole host of fresh details on the indoor golf competition, which is set to begin in 2025
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'I Made Four Birdies In Seven Holes And Helped Pay For My First Car' - Justin Thomas Shares Awesome Michael Jordan Story On The Late Show
The pro golfer told host Stephen Colbert a story about the time he teamed up with Jordan for the final part of a round aged just 15
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Star Amateur Rachel Heck Announces Surprising Decision About Her Future
The former World No.3 amateur wrote a letter - published by No Laying Up - which explained the reasons behind her decision
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Rory McIlroy Confirmed To Make Zurich Classic Debut Alongside Ryder Cup Teammate Shane Lowry
The World No.2 will join forces with his fellow Major winner in New Orleans later this season
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Watch The Hilarious Moment Padraig Harrington Drives Around In A Tiny Sports Car Following Latest Victory
The popular Irishman drove around in a miniature Aston Martin following his dramatic victory at the Hoag Classic on Sunday
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'I Realized I Wasn't Going To Win Pretty Quickly' - Cameron Young Sets Unwanted 40-Year PGA Tour Record After Valspar Championship Disappointment
The American was the only player to shoot four rounds in the 60s but still came up short of Peter Malnati's winning score at the Copperhead Course
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Who Is Chandler Phillips? 12 Facts You Didn't Know About The PGA Tour Player
Get to know American Chandler Phillips a little bit better with these facts about his life and career so far
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Why Does Peter Malnati Use A Yellow Golf Ball? The Man Himself Explains...
Famous for his bucket hat and being an excellent pro golfer, the PGA Tour player shares the reason behind another notable characteristic to his game - the yellow golf ball
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Who Is Keith Mitchell's Caddie?
After working with Pete Persolja - a.k.a. Crunchy Pete - for several years, Mitchell has struck up a new on-course relationship with Adam Scott's former caddie
By Jonny Leighfield Published