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Watch VideoRuben Amorim invites Rory McIlroy to Old Trafford to inspire troubled Manchester United

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has extended an invitation to Masters champion Rory McIlroy to visit Old Trafford, hoping to draw inspiration from the golfer's recent triumph.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoRory McIlroy's silent determination: A Masters triumph without conversation

Rory McIlroy's long-awaited Masters triumph was marked by intense focus and a lack of conversation with Bryson DeChambeau.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoRory McIlroy's emotional Masters victory completes his Grand Slam journey

Rory McIlroy's emotional victory at the Masters marks the completion of his Grand Slam journey, as he sinks a crucial birdie putt in a sudden death playoff against Justin Rose,

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoRory McIlroy poised for greatness at The Masters - ‘I’ll be able to handle it’

Rory McIlroy stands on the brink of golf history, poised to achieve the career Grand Slam at The Masters, demonstrating both readiness and resilience in his quest for the elusive green jacket.

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Charl Schwartzel cherishes his Masters legacy while pursuing The Open at St Andrews

As a 20-something-year-old Charl Schwartzel didn’t fully grasp his Masters victory back in 2011 and the magnitude of winning one of golf’s most famous majors.

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Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoDefending champ Scottie Scheffler lurking three behind Justin Rose at Masters

Scottie Scheffler remains within striking distance of leader Justin Rose at the Masters, seeking to defend his title despite challenging winds and a tough back nine.

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AFP|Published

Watch VideoSchwartzel, Bezuidenhout, Lawrence struggle at the Masters: Can they make the cut?

Three South African golfers face a daunting challenge at the Masters after lacklustre first rounds and tough windy conditions expected in round two.

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John Goliath|Published

Watch VideoJustin Rose lights up Augusta National to take Masters lead as Rory McIlroy stumbles

Justin Rose fires a scorching seven-under-par 65 to seize the first-round lead at the Masters, three strokes ahead of defending champion Scottie Scheffler.

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AFP|Published

Winning the Green Jacket: mental preparation for golf's biggest challenge"

It’s Masters week in the golfing world with some of the world's best trying to get their share of history by winning the Green Jacket. Rory McIlrory will be trying to get the win that has eluded him in his fine career with Scottie Scheffler going for a three in consecutive years victories.

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Nisharlan Sewgolum|Published

SA star Charl Schwartzel eyes second Masters Green Jacket at Augusta: ‘I am feeling good about it’

After finishing second in Miami, a confident Charl Schwartzel believes he has what it takes to claim a second Green Jacket, joining two other South Africans in the Masters hunt at Augusta.

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Leighton Koopman|Published

Masters 2025: South African golfing trio aim for glory as ‘favourite week’ of the year arrives at Augusta National

As the week builds up to the first Major tournament of the year, South Africa will have three contenders, including a rookie debutant, looking to challenge for the famous Green Jacket

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Leighton Koopman|Published

Watch VideoErnie Els slams Rory McIlroy over controversial Champions Tour remarks

Rory McIlroy's controversial remarks about the Champions Tour have sparked a heated response from golfing legend Ernie Els.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Watch VideoWhat did Gary Player foresee? Tiger Woods undergoes Achilles surgery

As Tiger Woods was effectively ruled out of The Masters following Achilles surgery, did Gary Player see it coming?

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Michael Sherman|Published

Tiger's back . . . is a problem, Woods withdraws from Hero World Challenge

The 48-year-old Tiger Woods has played just once in his own event in the last three years due to poor health following a serious car crash in February 2021.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Just another Sunday, says Thriston Lawrence after top Open Championship finish

Thriston Lawrence led by one with nine holes to play in the final round of the Open Championship at Royal Troon in Scotland on Sunday.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Garrick Higgo and Erik van Rooyen looking for strong showings at Canadian Open

The two SA players have had contrasting seasons to date, as Erik van Rooyen is ranked 65th in the world while Garrick Higgo has dropped to 204th.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Christiaan Bezuidenhout leads SA challenge at PGA Championship

Christiaan Bezuidenhout will lead the five-man SA player charge at the PGA Championship.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Five Saffas to tee it up at PGA Championship alongside Tiger Woods

The SA contingent will be hoping for a better showing at the year’s second major, after only one player from the Rainbow Nation made the weekend at The Masters at Augusta last month.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Tiger Woods’ son Charlie shoots 81 in failed US Open qualifying attempt

The teenaged Charlie Woods was among 84 entries in the local qualifier in Port St. Lucie, Florida, where the top five advanced to 36-hole qualifying in June.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Masters champion Scottie Scheffler on verge of fourth win of the year

Scottie Scheffler was five strokes clear with three holes to play and poised to become the first player to win four times in a five-tournament stretch since Tiger Woods in 2007-08.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Money, money, money, must be funny in a LIV man’s world

Scottie Scheffler, who is world number one, and the hottest player in the sport right now walked away with R69 million while SA’s Dean Burmesrer pocketed R76. 7 for his LIV Golf Miami victory.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Rumours swirl over Rory McIlroy making R16 billion switch to LIV Golf

After a poor finish at The Masters, rumours have begun to swirl that the former LIV Golf critic Rory McIlroy may be joining the Saudi-funded tour in an incredible R16 billion deal.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Tiger Woods still pulls the crowds but not ready for major contention

He wore his trademark red shirt for the final round of the Masters and drew packed crowds, but this was a Tiger Woods morning matinee show at Augusta.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Erik van Rooyen fights to the end at ‘brutal’ Masters, pips Tiger Woods

As the only SA player to make the cut Charl Schwartzel and amateur Christo Lamprecht missed the cut, Erik van Rooyen was entering uncharted territory in his third Masters appearance.

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Michael Sherman|Published

WATCH: Scottie Scheffler powers to victory to earn second Masters title

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler dominated a back-nine shootout to capture his second Masters title on Sunday.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published