The R&A

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The R&A, a privately owned organization headquartered in the UK, operates as a tier 1 media tech buyer. Founded in 2004 as a merger between the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews (founded in 1754) and the Women's Golf Association, the company employs approximately 230 individuals and focuses on spectator sports. The R&A functions as the governing body for golf in most countries globally, with the exception of the United States and Mexico, which are governed by the United States Golf Association (USGA). Its responsibilities include setting the rules of golf, organizing championships, and promoting the sport worldwide. The organization is based in St. Andrews, Scotland, a location known as the "home of golf."

Revenue

Founded

2004

Headcount

225

Headquarters

Primary Segment

Spectator Sports

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

The R&A announced on April 27, 2026, that Royal Lytham & St Annes will host The 156th Open from July 30 to August 6, 2028. This marks the 12th time the Championship will be contested over the Fylde links, returning for the first time since 2012 when Ernie Els secured his second Claret Jug. Earlier, on April 14, 2026, the organization invited participants to Golf & Nature Live, an online event celebrating the relationship between golf and nature, hosted by David Garrido of Sky Sports News, scheduled for 3 p.m. BST on Thursday, May 21, 2026, in St Andrews. This followed news on April 7, 2026, highlighting the impact of The R&A Foundation’s support for the Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific (WAAP) Academy, noting the academy's influence was evident at the 2026 Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship, held at Royal Wellington in February, where participants demonstrated progress.

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May

15th

2026

12:30

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New faces impress at The G4D Open ahead of final day in Wales

Cameroon’s Issa Nlareb A Amang and Simon Seungmin Lee from the Republic of Korea both enjoyed superb second rounds to shine on their debuts at The G4D Open in Wales. The pair signed for the first under-par rounds of the week over the Roman Road Course at the Celtic Manor Resort to take charge of the men’s event going into tomorrow’s final 18 holes.

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May

14th

2026

12:00

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Kipp Popert and Natasha Stasiuk claim early leads at The G4D Open

England’s Kipp Popert and Natasha Stasiuk from Canada hold narrow leads after the opening round of The G4D Open, being staged at the Celtic Manor Resort for the first time. On a day of challenging weather conditions over the Roman Road Course, Popert battled to a two-over-par round of 72 to underline his status as the number one player on the World Ranking for Golfers with Disability (WR4GD).

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May

12th

2026

10:00

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Five things to know

The G4D Open returns for its fourth edition this week as the leading golfers with a disability come together to compete on the world stage at Celtic Manor Resort. Here are your five things to know.

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May

12th

2026

09:30

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Meet Lucy Leatham and Frederik Brokfelt-Christiansen

When The G4D Open staged its inaugural edition in 2023, competing wasn’t a consideration for Lucy Leatham but later that year she was involved in a life-changing car accident and is now on the cusp of making her Championship debut.

R&A

May

12th

2026

01:00

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The G4D Open: Five things to know

The G4D Open returns for its fourth edition this week as the leading golfers with a disability come together to compete on the world stage at Celtic Manor Resort. Here are your five things to know.

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May

8th

2026

03:30

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The G4D Open: Guy Harrison aiming to inspire for New Zealand

New Zealand’s leading golfer with a disability, Guy Harrison, is preparing for his first appearance at The G4D Open, taking place this year at Celtic Manor Resort from 14–16 May. The Championship, staged in partnership with The R&A and the DP World Tour and supported by EDGA, brings together players from across the world and will see 80 players compete over the Roman Road Course at the Welsh venue.

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May

6th

2026

11:50

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Royal and Ancient announces Claire Dowling as Captain for 2026

The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews has announced that Claire Dowling will serve as Captain in 2026/27, having been nominated by the Past Captains of the Club. Claire becomes the first woman to serve as Captain and will begin her year in office after the traditional Driving-in ceremony on the first tee of the Old Course on Friday, 25 September 2026.

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May

5th

2026

04:30

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Roman Road: A historic path to The G4D Open

The G4D Open represents a significant milestone in the global golfing calendar, showcasing elite skill and the evolving inclusivity at the world’s premier venues. As the Championship prepares to arrive at the Celtic Manor Resort for the first of three years, the focus settles on the Roman Road, a course that blends ancient history with modern standards of accessibility.

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May

4th

2026

05:10

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Should golfers be punished like this for bad behaviour?

If you are a regular reader of my missives, you will know that I hate foul language and childish behaviour in the professional game. I simply do not understand why so many world-class golfers feel the need to use the f-word.

Golfshake

May

1st

2026

12:14

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Apr

28th

2026

07:30

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AIG Women’s Open sees increased prize fund and broadcast coverage

Georgia Hall won the AIG Women's Open the last time the Championship was held at Lytham & St Annes in 2018.

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Apr

27th

2026

04:55

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The 156th Open to be played at Royal Lytham & St Annes in 2028

The 156th Open will be played at Royal Lytham & St Annes from 30 July-6 August 2028. The Open will be contested over the famous Fylde links for the 12th time in the history of the Championship and returns there for the first time since 2012 when Ernie Els lifted the second Claret Jug of his celebrated career.

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