
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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John Deere Classic 2025 First Round Leader Picks: Serious Ryder Cup Contender Is Best Bet To Come Out Hot
Jonny Leighfield has picked four outright winners in 2025 so far - here, he's chosen a couple of the best first-round leader bets for the John Deere Classic
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Open Final Qualifying Results: Lee Westwood Among Three LIV Golfers To Qualify As Notable Names Miss Out On Spots At Royal Portrush
In a thrilling Final Qualifying, Lee Westwood secured his spot at The Open Championship, with 20-year-old amateur Richard Teder creating history at West Lancashire
By Michael Weston Last updated
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BMW International Open 2025 Picks, Sleepers And Odds
The DP World Tour's European Swing comes to an end in Munich, Germany as Ewen Ferguson defends his title at Golfclub Munchen Eichenried
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Jon Rahm's Incredible 20-Event Streak Comes To An End In Painful Style At LIV Golf Dallas
The Spaniard had been a picture of consistency since joining LIV Golf, but one shot at Maridoe GC meant his unparalleled sequence is now over
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Anthony Kim Earns Best LIV Golf Finish Thanks To Impressive Final Round At Home Event
The American - who recently turned 40 years old and now lives in Dallas - notched his first top-25 result since returning to pro golf back in early 2024...
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Which Player Claimed LIV Golf's Exemption Spot At The Open Championship?
The Spaniard finished outside of the points at LIV Golf Dallas but had already done enough through preceding events to book a place at Royal Portrush
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Padraig Harrington Narrowly Holds Off Stewart Cink To Land Second US Senior Open Title
The Irishman added to his 2022 US Senior Open title with another Major success at Broadmoor Golf Club in 2025 thanks to a closing 67
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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2019 Champion Golfer Of The Year Enjoys Early Return To Royal Portrush Ahead Of 153rd Open Championship
The Irishman was involved in the HSBC Patron's Day at Royal Portrush and made the most of his time there by soaking up memories from his famous win
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Italian Open Prize Money Payout 2025
Adrien Saddier claimed the title at Argentario Golf Club in 2025 to win over half a million dollars - here is the full prize money breakdown at the Italian Open
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Rocket Classic Round Two Tee Times 2025
Aldrich Potgieter holds the solo lead at the 2025 Rocket Classic by two shots at 19-under-par, with a chasing pack of five players at T2nd in hot pursuit
By Jonny Leighfield Last updated
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Nelly Korda Reveals Extent Of Nasty Dog Bite That Saw Her Withdraw From London Event In 2024
A year after the World No.1 pulled out of the Ladies European Tour's Aramco Team Series event in London, Korda shared a photo of the horrible bite mark
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Titleist Has Just Dropped A New Vokey Wedge... And It Looks Sensational
Titleist's immensely-popular Vokey SM10 wedges are now available in a limited-edition Black Vapor finish - here's all the information you need...
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Tiger Woods On Site For Final Round Of Nicklaus Junior Championship As Son Charlie Scores Latest Top-10
The 15-time Major champion was on the ground for the final round at Tequesta Country Club as Charlie Woods secured another strong result in junior golf
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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How Much Money Scottie Scheffler's Caddie Makes
Ted Scott has earned some serious money this year as Scottie Scheffler dominates the world of men's pro golf
By Jonny Leighfield Last updated
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Rory McIlroy’s Caddie Harry Diamond May Have Earned Over $1.4 Million In Bonus Money... With Half A Season And The FedEx Cup Playoffs Still To Go...
McIlroy has picked up a hat-trick of victories so far in 2025 and could well have shared a decent portion of his winnings with long-time assistant, Diamond
By Jonny Leighfield Last updated
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LIV Golf Dallas 2025 Betting Picks To Win, Predictions And Odds
As LIV returns to Dallas for the first time since the 2024 Team Championship, Bryson DeChambeau is among the favorites to triumph in his home state...
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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The Open Championship Regional Qualifying Results: Peter Finch Among Many Names To Earn Final Qualifying Spot
Peter Finch finished as joint winner in his venue's qualifier, with the YouTube star joining hundreds of names at Open Championship Final Qualifying next week
By Matt Cradock Last updated
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Italian Open 2025 Betting Picks To Win, Predictions And Odds
As the DP World Tour returns following the US Open, we've chosen a number of stand-out names we expect to compete at the Italian Open this week...
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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'Keegan Bradley Failing To Pick Himself As A Ryder Cup Player Would Significantly Disadvantage Team USA'... Or Would It?
After Keegan Bradley put himself in prime position to become Team USA's first Ryder Cup player-captain since Arnold Palmer in 1962, two Golf Monthly writers debate whether the idea would help or harm the hosts' chances at Bethpage...
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Gavin Tiernan Facts: 10 Things You Didn't Know About The Amateur Golfer
Discover more about Irish amateur golfer, Gavin Tiernan via these facts regarding his life and journey through the game so far...
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Club Pro Disqualified From KPMG Women's PGA Championship After 15-Over 87
45-year-old Heather Angell made a scorecard error after completing her first round that ultimately resulted in her disqualification from the Major
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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'This Golf Course Is Quite Boring' - Angel Yin Raises Eyebrows With Dig At KPMG Women's PGA Championship Host Layout
Yin made the comment following her opening competitive trip around Fields Ranch East at PGA Frisco on Thursday, where the American shot a one-under 71
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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The Heartwarming Reason Jeeno Thitikul Uses Color-Coded Grips On Her Golf Clubs
The Thai star uses different color grips on each of her clubs, with Thitikul explaining why after round one of the KPMG Women's PGA Championship
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Rory McIlroy Shares 'Boring' Advice To Help Amateur Golfers Shoot Lower Scores
Ahead of the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands, the World No.2 shared a few tips for amateurs that will lower their scores on the course
By Jonny Leighfield Published