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AIG Women’s British Open to be played in 2020

The Championship will be played at Royal Troon from 20-23 August without spectators and with strict health and safety protocols enforced.

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AIG Women’s British Open

Fairytale Victory

Hinako Shibuno, the 'Smiling Cinderella’, provided a fairytale finish to claim the 2019 AIG Women’s British Open.

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AIG Women’s British Open

Greatest Debuts

After Hinako Shibuno won the title on her debut in 2019, we take a look at five of the best debuts at the AIG Women's British Open.

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AIG Women's British Open

Defending Champion

Hinako Shibuno had only left Japan once in her life before travelling to the UK to compete in the 2019 AIG Women’s British Open.

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WAAP and AAC Cancelled

The 2020 Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific (WAAP) and Asia-Pacific Amateur Championships (AAC) have been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Key Tips for Golf During Covid-19

Tips Before a Round

  • Book your tee time in advance online or over the phone, checking the maximum number of players permitted (and households) and travel guidance
  • Do not play if you have COVID-19 symptoms or are in high risk groups
  • Do not turn up more than 15 minutes prior to your tee time
  • Use bathroom facilities before you leave

Tips at the Course

  • Change shoes in car park and be ready to play (likely no access to clubhouse or lockers)
  • Keep a safe distance of two metres apart from anyone at all times
  • Use hand sanitiser before play and go to 1st tee no more than five minutes before tee off
  • Stay clear of greenkeeping staff

Tips on Playing

  • Do not touch the flagstick
  • Smooth bunkers with your feet or a club
  • Do not swap scorecards or equipment
  • Do not shake hands or stay post round, return to your car and head home afterwards

Rules of Golf Resources

Welcome to the new Rules of Golf.

We have created a wide range of resources to help everyone involved in the game get familiar with the changes.

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