By Martin Dempster - The Scotsman
Tennis legend among more than 670 golfers to play The Old Course Reversed
Tennis
legend Andy Murray was among more than 670 golfers who enjoyed the
once-a-year opportunity to enjoy one of the most sought-after
experiences in golf – The Old Course Reversed.
The
three-day event restores the original clockwise routing on the world’s
most-iconic venue to provide a glimpse back to the course as it was
first played in the 15th century.
The latest bucket-list opportunity hosted by St Andrews Links Trust saw over 7,900 golfers from 63 countries apply for packages.
Murray, meanwhile, enjoyed the challenge that 15-time major winner Tiger
Woods is determined to face one day as a Callaway Golf ambassador.
Third staging of event at Home of Golf
“The
Old Course Reversed is one of golf’s most unique and sought-after
events, and it’s an experience that both professional and amateur
golfers will always remember,” said James Ralley, commercial director at
St Andrews Links Trust.
“The
rich history of our courses is a key element of our identity at the
Home of Golf and celebrating the ancient roots of the sport is hugely
important to us. We were delighted to bring the event back for a third
year to allow more golfers than ever to experience The Old Course as it
was originally played.”
Callaway Golf ambassador Andy Murray plays at The Old Course Reversed | St Andrews Links Trust
For
those who were unable to secure a tee time, The Old Course Reversed has
been added to Toptracer’s Virtual Golf offering for a limited time. In
2025, 41,354 rounds were played by golfers from 35 countries across the
month-long virtual competition.
This
year’s competition will run from 16 April to 17 May, and entry will be
available at Toptracer Range sites. The player with the lowest score
will win a tee time for two at The Old Course.
