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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Tiger Woods Makes Equipment Change Ahead Of PGA Championship
Tiger Woods has made a significant equipment change in a bid for his fifth Wanamaker Trophy
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Richard Bland To Play First Saudi League Event Despite Threat Of Ban
Richard Bland will play in first Saudi event despite being denied release and threat of ban
By James Hibbitt Published
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Why Is Phil Mickelson Missing The PGA Championship?
We detail the events leading up to Phil Mickelson's withdrawal from the PGA Championship
By James Hibbitt Published
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Tiger Woods Continues To Wear FootJoy Shoes At PGA Championship
As he did at Augusta National, Tiger Woods has arrived at Southern Hills wearing FootJoy shoes
By James Hibbitt Published
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'I Haven't Necessarily Made A Decision' - Fowler On Saudi League
Rickie Fowler is considering an approach from the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Invitational Series
By James Hibbitt Published
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'I Haven't Given Myself Enough Chances' - McIlroy On Major Drought
Rory McIlroy addresses his Major drought on the All About: The Open podcast
By James Hibbitt Published
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Dundonald Launches 'Love Links' Packages To Celebrate Scottish Golfing Summer
Ahead of a busy Scottish summer, Dundonald Links launches new package deals
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Stenson Names First European Ryder Cup Vice Captain
Henrik Stenson has made his first Ryder Cup appointment since being named Captain
By James Hibbitt Published
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Report: DP World Tour Blocks Releases To LIV Golf Event
Per a report in the Telegraph, the DP World Tour has followed the PGA Tour and denied the release of its members
By James Hibbitt Published
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'We Will Not Be Stopped' - Norman On PGA Tour Denying Saudi League Releases
Greg Norman has issued a scathing response after the PGA Tour denied LIV Golf releases
By James Hibbitt Published
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PGA Tour Officially Declines LIV Golf Releases
The PGA Tour has told its players they are not authorised to play in the LIV Golf Invitational Series opener
By James Hibbitt Published
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Texas Senior Makes Two Holes-In-One During US Open Qualifier
Parker Coody made two holes-in-one as he advanced through US Open local qualifying
By James Hibbitt Published
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AT&T Byron Nelson Purse, Prize Money And Field
Take a look at who will be teeing it up at TPC Craig Ranch and just how much money is up for grabs
By James Hibbitt Published
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Report: LIV Golf Invitational Series Offering UK TV Rights Free Of Charge
Sources revealed to Golfweek that the Series is offering the first event without a rights fee
By James Hibbitt Published
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World No.1 Scottie Scheffler To Play Scottish Open
Scottie Scheffler has committed to play in the Scottish Open in July
By James Hibbitt Published
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Mickelson And Woods Listed In PGA Championship Field
Defending champion Phil Mickelson and 15-time Major champion Tiger Woods look set to tee it up at Southern Hills
By James Hibbitt Published
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Rick Shiels Announces New Sponsor
The ever-popular YouTube star has announced a new sponsorship deal
By James Hibbitt Published
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Rory McIlroy Signs Multi-Year TaylorMade Extension
The Northern Irishman will continue to play TaylorMade clubs and ball after extending his deal
By James Hibbitt Published
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Wells Fargo Championship Purse And Prize Money
See just how much the players will be competing for at the Wells Fargo Championship
By James Hibbitt Published
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Phil Mickelson Comments 'Hurt Us' - Greg Norman
In an interview with ESPN, Greg Norman reveals the damage of Mickelson's controversial comments
By James Hibbitt Published
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Gary Player's Son Reveals Lifetime Masters Ban
Wayne Player reveals he received a lifetime ban from the Masters following controversial marketing stunt in 2021
By James Hibbitt Published
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17-Year-Old Amateur Wins Professional Event At Walton Health
Teenage starlet Rachel Gourley was victorious at Walton Heath in the Rose Ladies Series
By James Hibbitt Published
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'AimPoint Guys Dont Give A S***' - DP World Tour Pro
A veteran DP World Tour professional has shared his view on those that use the popular green reading method
By James Hibbitt Published
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PGA EuroPro Tour Declines Saudi-Backed Asian Tour Spots
The development Tour has declined six invites to the International Series event at Slaley Hall in June 2022
By James Hibbitt Published