Profile : Golf

Now the hard work begins for new world no.1 Luke Donald

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 09:43:07 +0000

He's favourite at this week's Memorial Tournament and favourite for the US Open - can Luke Donald live up to the hype and expectation?

Masters Aftermath: Rory can learn from Schwartzel's progress

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 09:07:02 +0000

No-one doubts that Rory McIlroy suffered a Masters meltdown but that doesn't mean we write him off entirely, says Paul Krishnamurty. In fact there's much to learn from Augusta winner Charl Schwartzel...

Will we see the real Sergio Garcia this year?

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 13:42:32 +0000

The most talented Spaniard in the game has been lost for some time but there are signs that he could regain the winning touch this season, which begins at the Volvo Golf Championship on Thursday

Nedbank Challenge Betting: Ernie can prove he's something Els

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:48:12 +0000

After years of underachievement, injury and personal upheaval, Ernie Els is about to make up for lost time - starting at this week's Nedbank, says Romily Evans

Golf Betting: Is it time to label Lee Westwood a bottler?

Tue, 11 May 2010 13:35:00 +0000

A pattern is emerging in the Englishman's game - fantastic start to a tournament, poor finish - and we have to question his ability to close a tournament out. Paul Krishnamurty argues the cases for and against

Golf Bettting: Phil Mickelson is good but not a great

Sun, 14 Mar 2010 12:37:38 +0000

Tareq Quiroz looks back at what Phil Mickelson has achieved in his career so far and questions his overall standing in the game.

Dubai World Championship Betting: McIlroy madness as one-time Tour winner goes off favourite

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:46:03 +0000

TQ just cannot have Rory McIlroy as the clear favourite for this week's Dubai World Championship. Here's why

Golf Betting: Is it time to take McIlroy on?

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 16:46:08 +0000

Rory McIlroy is a wonderful golfer, of that there is no doubt, but he's been distinctly shaky in the mix of late and Steve Rawlings wonders if the Holywood star is to be trusted when going for the win...

Brush with Tour's nearly men keeps Casey at the top of his game...

Wed, 20 May 2009 17:55:27 +0000

Bill Elliott caught up with Paul Casey ahead of the BMW PGA Championship and found a player revitalised and at the peak of his game.

Maturing master Cabrera is a major player now

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 09:58:44 +0000

Ralph Ellis muses on the possibility of Cabrera lifting another of the big trophies this year.

How long before superstar McIlroy joins the major-winning club?

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 09:26:55 +0000

Paul Krishnamurty assesses Rory McIlroy's chances at Augusta and the British Open.

Golf Betting: Lay Tiger while you can

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 10:47:50 +0000

Nevermind the latest spat with Lefty, Tiger Woods' 2008 US Open victory stands among the all-time great moments of sports, says Ralph Ellis. And, though his game may not be for public consumption at that moment, he will be back and he will win.

Golf Bettting 2009: Hail Padraig! A major inspiration to all European golfers

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 09:38:31 +0000

Open and USPGA triumphs brought Padraig Harrington the European Golfer of the Year award. Bill Elliott believes the Irishman's golden year can inspire another glorious era for the continent's golfers.

Faldo: "The most controversial Ryder Cup skipper of modern times."

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:15:51 +0000

Bill Elliott has been left distinctly unimpressed by the BBC's soft touch interview with Europe's Ryder Cup losing captain - who tees it up on Thursday in the UBS Hong Kong Open.

Garcia finally tames demons to accept role as Next Best Thing (after you-know-who of course)...

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 11:03:31 +0000

Bill Elliott has watched Sergio's mighty play of late and is convinced the Spaniard has at last come to terms with a certain Mr Woods' pre-eminence.