James Hibbitt
James joined Golf Monthly having previously written for other digital outlets. He is obsessed with all areas of the game – from tournament golf, to history, equipment, technique and travel. He is also an avid collector of memorabilia; with items from the likes of Bobby Jones, Tiger Woods, Francis Ouimet, Arnold Palmer, Lee Trevino, Adam Scott and Ernie Els. As well as writing for Golf Monthly, James’ golfing highlight is fist bumping Phil Mickelson on his way to winning the Open Championship at Muirfield in 2013. James grew up on the east coast of England and is the third generation of his golfing family. He now resides in Leeds and is a member of Cobble Hall Golf Club with a handicap index of 1.7. His favourite films are The Legend of Bagger Vance and Tin Cup.
Latest articles by James Hibbitt
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Vijay Singh Mocks DeChambeau Over Rope Incident
The three-time Major champion is the latest to have a dig at the American following his rope incident in Chicago
By James Hibbitt Published
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'I Will Create My Own Majors' - Saudi Golf Chief
Majed Al Sorour has insisted the Saudi Golf Federation will create their own Majors should LIV Golf players be denied entry
By James Hibbitt Last updated
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Freak Golf Accident Injures Australian T20 World Cup Cricketer
It is now a race against time for the Aussie wicket-keeper ahead of their match against New Zealand on Saturday
By James Hibbitt Published
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Jon Rahm Rejects Phil Mickelson's PGA Tour Claim
The Spaniard has hit out at Lefty's recent claim that the PGA Tour is "trending downwards"
By James Hibbitt Published
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BMW Ladies Championship Preview, Field And Prize Money
The LPGA Tour is in Korea for the third edition of the BMW Ladies Championship. Here is who's playing and how much money is up for grabs
By James Hibbitt Published
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Pepperell Reveals Why Talks Between DP World Tour And LIV Golf Fell Through
The Englishman has detailed a conversation with DP World Tour CEO Keith Pelley
By James Hibbitt Published
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CJ Cup Preview, Field And Prize Money
The sixth event of the 2022-23 PGA Tour season is underway. Here is who's playing and how much money is up for grabs
By James Hibbitt Published
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'Please Don't Do It' - Saudi Activist Urges LPGA Not To Align With LIV Golf
A democracy activist has urged the LPGA Tour to publicly distance itself from the Saudi regime
By James Hibbitt Last updated
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Dustin Johnson Jokes About 'Really Regretting' Joining LIV Golf
The American was all smiles ahead of the LIV Golf event in Jeddah
By James Hibbitt Published
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LIV Golfers 'Getting Hurt The Longer This Game Gets Played' - McDowell
The former US Open champion has hit out at OWGR chiefs and its handling of LIV Golf's application
By James Hibbitt Published
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NFL Legend Tony Romo Qualifies For First USGA Championship
Tony Romo has qualified for a USGA Championship event, to be staged at Kiawah Island next year
By James Hibbitt Published
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Report: Sergio Garcia Fined By DP World Tour
The Spaniard has been issued a financial penalty by the DP World Tour for his actions at Wentworth
By James Hibbitt Published
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How Much Money Has Dustin Johnson Won In LIV Golf?
The American has been crowned Individual Champion but how much money has he won so far?
By James Hibbitt Published
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Is This The Last Time We See Valderrama On The DP World Tour?
The storied Spanish venue was reportedly in talks with LIV Golf, which could come with repercussion
By James Hibbitt Published
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'I'm Fully Committed To The PGA Tour' - Hideki Matsuyama
The former Masters champion has signalled his intent to stay with the PGA Tour
By James Hibbitt Last updated
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'You Can't Just Make Up New Rules As You Go' - Hovland On LIV OWGR Battle
Hovland is the latest star to speak out about LIV Golf's ongoing OWGR battle
By James Hibbitt Published
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ZOZO Championship Preview, Field And Prize Money
The PGA Tour moves to Japan for the fourth playing of the ZOZO Championship
By James Hibbitt Published
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LIV Golf To 'Immediately Qualify' For World Ranking Points
The Greg Norman-fronted venture has entered into an alliance with the MENA Tour
By James Hibbitt Last updated
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New Ping G430 Drivers Spotted
Some unreleased Ping drivers have been spotted in the hands of tour pros and recently hit the USGA Conforming list
By James Hibbitt Published
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Report: LIV Golf To Gain World Ranking Points This Week
LIV Golf has reportedly brokered a deal with a little-known Tour for world ranking points
By James Hibbitt Last updated
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Report: Adelaide Favourite For LIV Golf Australia Event
LIV Golf has reportedly earmarked a venue in Adelaide for 2023 event
By James Hibbitt Published
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Australian Olympic Gold Medal Winner Slams Greg Norman
The Olympic Gold Medal winner has insisted Norman should listen to his critics
By James Hibbitt Published
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Tiger Woods 'Might Surprise Everybody' This Fall - Notah Begay III
Notah Begay III believes we'll soon see Tiger Woods in action
By James Hibbitt Published
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Golf To Make Commonwealth Games Debut In 2026
Golf will make its debut at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Australia
By James Hibbitt Published