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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‘It’s Been A Long Time Coming' - Anthony Kim Breaks Silence On Pro Golf Return
The American has been confirmed as a season-long wildcard for LIV Golf and will make his debut in Jeddah this week
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Witness The Social-Media Roast Of Talor Gooch (And Some Of His Replies) After He Suggested Potential Rory McIlroy Masters Win Would Have An Asterisk Attached
The LIV golfer said that if McIlroy were to complete his career grand slam at this year's Masters, it would not be as meaningful - and Golf Twitter reacted they only way they know how...
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5 Standout Moments From Anthony Kim’s Professional Golf Career
Following the American's return to the top level with LIV, Golf Monthly has taken a look back at a handful of Kim's most-memorable achievements to date
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LIV Golf Signs New Streaming Deal Ahead Of Anthony Kim Return
The LIV Golf League has broadened its scope for live Friday coverage via the circuit's newest media agreement
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Anthony Kim Joins LIV Golf To End 12-Year Hiatus
The LIV Golf League has confirmed that the iconic American talent will take part in its third event of the 2024 season
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7 Big Names NBC Has Auditioned As Search To Replace Paul Azinger Continues
The American broadcaster remains on the lookout in its search for a long-term lead golf analyst following Azinger's departure last October
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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LIV Golfer Set To Jump Over 1,000 OWGR Places After Winning International Series Oman (Yet Major Qualification Remains Unlikely)
Carlos Ortiz was well outside of the world's top-1000 players before teeing off in Oman on Thursday, but despite his meteoric rise, he is still a considerable way off qualifying for the Majors
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Is Anthony Kim About To Make A Spectacular Return To Pro Golf? Here’s What We Know
The enigmatic American has not competed at the top level in over a decade - but it appears as though that streak may be close to ending...
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Watch Florida Golfers' Terrifying Encounter With Angry Alligator
A pair of amateur golfers almost experienced the wrath of a wandering reptile as it made its way back towards the water on a Florida golf course
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Mexico Open Round Four Tee Times
American Jake Knapp begins the final round of the Mexico Open with a four-shot lead over his nearest rival, Sami Valimaki
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Defending Champion Overlooked For Exemption Spot At Argentina Open
Zack Fischer said that he is "incredibly disappointed" to be unable to defend his title at Olivos Golf Club
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Who Is Ben Silverman? 15 Facts You Didn't Know About The PGA Tour Golfer
Get to know PGA Tour golfer Ben Silverman a little better with these 15 facts about his life and career
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Returning Angel Cabrera Watches Fellow Countryman Claim Emotional And Historic Victory On PGA Tour Champions
Ricardo Gonzalez became just the fourth Argentinian ever to win on the PGA Tour Champions in Morocco
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Who Is Jim 'Bones' Mackay? 15 Facts You Didn't Know
Get to know American caddie Jim Mackay via these 15 facts about his life and career in the game
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Report: Ryder Cup Captain Luke Donald Set For Mini Run As NBC Sports Lead Analyst
Team Europe's boss is expected to be a part of the NBC Sports team for the next two tournaments on the PGA Tour calendar
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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'I’m Definitely Past The Halfway Point' - Why Golf's Youngest-Ever World No.1 Believes She Is On The Back-Nine Of Her Time In Pro Golf At Just 26
Lydia Ko said she would retire at 30 as a teenager - now, she isn't putting a definitive date on her exit from the sport
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LIV Golfer's Caddie And English Premier League Soccer Star Back Petition To Save Threatened Scottish Municipal Course
Dalmuir Municipal Golf Course near Glasgow is facing the threat of closure by the local authority which operates it
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New Kirkland Signature KS2 Putter Spotted
Having recently released a new USGA-conforming driver and set of irons, images have surfaced on social media of a fresh putter from Costco's Kirkland Signature golf brand
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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8 Perks Of Winning The Mexico Open At Vidanta
As well as claiming a PGA Tour trophy, there are several other key benefits to winning the Mexico Open...
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YouTube Giant Rick Shiels Celebrates New Milestone
A Golf Monthly Top 50 coach and one of the most recognizable faces in the sport, Rick Shiels has seen his podcast grow exponentially since its inception in 2019
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Over A Third Of Current LIV Golfers Set To Compete In International Series Oman As Race For Major Spots Intensifies
21 LIV Golf League members are scheduled to play in the International Series Oman on the Asian Tour this week
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Why Jim 'Bones' Mackay Is Making History In Mexico This Week
Justin Thomas' caddie is set to fill a role that no active looper has ever taken on before
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'Knowing The Rules Of Golf Should Be A Badge Of Honor' - Why Rory McIlroy's Putting Coach Is Against Changing Scorecard Tradition
Jordan Spieth was recently disqualified from the Genesis Invitational over a scorecard-signing mistake, initiating a debate around whether top players should be the ones responsible for keeping track of their total
By Jonny Leighfield Published
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Angel Cabrera To Play First PGA Tour-Sanctioned Event Since Prison Release
The two-time Major winner is in the field for this week's event on the PGA Tour Champions
By Jonny Leighfield Published