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Forbes
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Open Championship 2025: How Do Golf Clubs Attain 'Royal' Status.
Royal Portrush takes center stage in the golf world this week as the Open Championship heads to Northern Ireland. As you watch, you may wonder… how does a golf club get the title of 'Royal'? There are a couple different ways that a golf club can attain this honor, which has been bestowed to some of the greatest golf courses in the world. PORTRUSH, NORTHERN IRELAND - APRIL 22: The Claret Jug sits on the 5th hole during media day for the ... More The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club on April 22, 2025 in Portrush, Northern Ireland. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/R&A/R&A via Getty Images) The first way a course gets 'Royal' in its name is quite simple, it just calls itself Royal. Not to say that there isn't symbolism in its name, like the Royal Golf Club in Minnesota, where Arnold Palmer aka 'the King' was one of the designers and the course wanted to honor that. Or Royal Spring Golf Course in India, which takes its name from the springs used by Mughal emperors. The second way is filled with much more pageantry and bravado, and that is to be given the title by the monarchy itself. There are dozens of clubs around the world that have 'Royal' status and while most of them are named by British kings and queens, there are around two dozen clubs granted status by both the Spanish and Belgian royal families over the years. While most people know that golf, or at least golf as we know it, got its start in Scotland, but it isn't at St. Andrews where the honor of being named 'Royal' was first used. For that we need to go to a different city, Perth. In 1833, King William IV granted the first 'Royal' title when he granted the name to Royal Perth Golfing Society & County and City Club. Founders of the Royal Perth Golfing Society in 1833. A year after Royal Perth, the Society of St. Andrews golfers, whose membership included members of the royal family, officially changed its name to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews. The R&A as it is better known, has went on to become the most famous golfing society in the world and a governing body for the rules of the game. ST ANDREWS, SCOTLAND - AUGUST 10: The Swilcan Bridge on the par 4, 18th hole and The R&A Clubhouse ... More on The Old Course on August 10, 2021 in St Andrews, Scotland. (Photo by David Cannon/R&A/R&A via Getty Images) While having members of a royal family as part of a club helps, there are other ways a golf club can get the honor of being 'Royal' bestowed upon them. There is an application process for a club to try to be granted 'Royal' status, but this process is shrouded in mystery. In Scott Macpherson's 2013 book Golf's Royal Clubs, the criteria listed for clubs were 'institutions of eminence, long standing and secure financial position, and devoted to national, charitable and scientific objects.' The reigning monarch would get the final say in granting approval to a club. 'At the conclusion of our research, we have to admit that no pattern could be found. Those that strove for the title, often seemed to get it, especially in the Dominions and empire.' stated Sir Peter Allen in The Sunley Book of Royal Golf. Sometimes this process can take decades, for instance, Royal Aberdeen in Scotland started using the label in 1870, but did not officially get the 'Royal' designation until 1903. ABERDEEN, SCOTLAND - JUNE 21: Wilco Nienaber of Republic of South Africa and Perry Cohen of ... More Switzerland at the 1st hole during the fourth day of The Amateur Championship at Royal Aberdeen on June 21, 2018 in Aberdeen, Scotland. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/R&A/R&A via Getty Images) The most famous of the 'Royal' courses are in the United Kingdom and many are part of the Open Championship rotation, Royal Birkdale, Portrush, St. George's to name a few. In total, there are 34 courses in the United Kingdom deemed 'Royal' and another 26 in former British commonwealths around the world, such as Royal Melbourne. MELBOURNE,- JANUARY 03: A view from behind the green on the 402 metre 2nd hole on the East Course ... More with the par 4 6th hole on the west course beind at Royal Melbourne Golf Club. The west 6th hole plays as the 4th hole and the East 2nd plays as the 6th hole on the tournament Composite Course, on January 03, 2005, in Black Rock, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. (Photo by) To break it down further, there are six 'Royal' courses in Canada. Royal Montreal, host of last year's Presidents Cup is the oldest, getting its designation in 1884. Eight clubs in Australia have been bestowed the honor, six in Africa, three in Asia, two in New Zealand and two more in continental Europe. The two most unique designations are in mainland Europe, as they are in countries never controlled by the British empire. In 2003, the Marianske Lazne Golf Club in the Czech Republic with its long held connections to the British royal family was granted the title. It was a favorite holiday destination for King Edward VII, and he was even there for the opening of the golf course in 1905. Queen Elizabeth II granted the honor to Royal Homburger(the third oldest club in Germany) in 2013. The Prince of Wales and members of the royal family frequented the city of Homberg, Germany for its spas and King Edward VII was the first honorary member of the golf club. We will have to wait and see when the next great golf course to be granted the title of 'Royal' will be named. The last one of major notoriety was Royal Troon, which is now in the Open rota and was awarded the title in 1978 for the club's 100th anniversary. TROON, SCOTLAND - AUGUST 15: A general view of the par 3, eighth hole Postage Stamp at Royal Troon ... More on August 15, 2023 in Troon, Scotland. (Photo by David Cannon/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)
Times of Oman
27-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Europcar Oman & Bahrain Partners with Royal Golf Club to Launch the 'RGC Monthly Stableford Series' powered by Europcar
Muscat: Europcar Oman & Bahrain is proud to announce a dynamic new partnership with the prestigious Royal Golf Club (RGC) to launch the 'RGC Monthly Stableford – Powered by Europcar' series. This landmark collaboration is set to energize Bahrain's golf community through a monthly tournament series, culminating in the highly anticipated Europcar Open on December 5, 2025, at Al Mouj Golf, Muscat, Oman. Commencing this June, the RGC Monthly Stableford series invites golf enthusiasts of all levels to compete in an engaging and rewarding tournament held on select Saturdays each month. Backed by Europcar Oman & Bahrain, the series will feature two competitive divisions, monthly prizes, and a season-long performance leaderboard to determine the overall champion. The Grand Prize for the leaderboard champion includes: • A coveted spot to play in the Europcar Open at Al Mouj Golf, Muscat – one of the region's premier championship courses. • A return flight ticket from Bahrain to Muscat. • A luxurious 2-night stay at a 5-star hotel in Muscat, inclusive of breakfast. •A 2-day luxury SUV rental from Europcar Oman to explore the beauty of Muscat in style. Nitin Sapre, CEO of Europcar Oman & Bahrain, expressed his excitement: ' At Europcar, we believe every journey should be memorable — whether it's on the road or on the golf course. This partnership with the Royal Golf Club allows us to celebrate community, competition, and excellence. We're thrilled to support Bahrain's golfing community through this unique initiative that links two great golfing destinations: Bahrain and Oman. ' Juan Manuel Fuentes Pérez, CEO of the Royal Golf Club, added: ' This collaboration with Europcar is more than just a sponsorship — it's a shared vision for the future of golf in Bahrain. The RGC Monthly Stableford will not only motivate players to improve and connect, but also offer a life-changing reward for the series winner. We are proud to provide a platform where local talent can shine and be recognized across the region. ' This partnership marks a significant milestone in both organizations' efforts to support and grow the sport of golf in the Bahrain. With Europcar Oman & Bahrain's renowned service and RGC's exceptional facilities, the RGC Monthly Stableford Series– Powered by Europcar is poised to become a flagship event on the regional golfing calendar.
Gulf Weekly
20-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Weekly
Royal Golf Club is serving up treats
For a delightful Ramadan celebration, filled with stunning décor and delicious food, look no further than the Royal Golf Club's Layali Al Riffa Tent. The luxurious facility will serve a variety of traditional and contemporary foods, specially prepared by expert chefs for iftar and ghabga. It costs BD12net per person for iftar and BD14net per person for ghabga. For more information, contact 32184647.
Gulf Weekly
13-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Weekly
Flavourful evenings and lasting memories
For an enchanting Ramadan celebration, filled with stunning décor and delicious food, look no further than the Royal Golf Club's Layali Al Riffa Tent. The luxurious facility will serve a variety of traditional and contemporary foods, specially prepared by expert chefs for iftar and ghabga. It costs BD12net per person for iftar and BD14net per person for ghabga. For more information, contact 32184647.
Gulf Weekly
27-02-2025
- General
- Gulf Weekly
Upholding traditions
Celebrate the month of Ramadan at the Royal Golf Club (RGC) with the Layali Al Riffa Tent. The luxurious facility will serve a variety of traditional and contemporary foods, specially prepared by expert chefs for iftar and ghabga. It costs BD12net per person for iftar and BD14net per person for ghabga. For more information, contact 32184647.
