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Shuffling through lists of Irish golfing accolades over the last three decades you will do well to find anyone who has achieved something that Pádraig Harrington, Darren Clarke, Graeme McDowell, Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry have not. Step forward Raymond Burns.

It’s 30-years this season since the Banbridge native became the first Irish player to win the Challenge Tour Order of Merit and he remains the only Irishman to achieve such a feat.

Burns did it his own way too, playing 16 events in the 1994 season, compared to the 27 Marco Penge played last term. Burns earned a comfortable €44,000 while Penge walked away with €190,000. A sign of the times.

The new Head PGA Professional at Malahide Golf Club can still proudly boast to be among some big names like Tommy Fleetwood, Edoardo Molinari, Henrik Stenson and Thomas Bjorn to have won the season title on Europe’s second-tier.

“It’s a huge feat and I remember it like it was yesterday,” reflects Burns who put fierce dedication into his practice off the course and preparing for events.

“I turned professional and went for my card in 1993 and just missed out and went on the Challenge Tour. I decided to take a caddie with me, nobody had ever taken a caddie onto the Challenge Tour. I decided to play less events, because I wanted to practice and bring my game with me. If you don’t bring your game with you, you won’t find it there.

“You need self belief and the only way you get that is if you put the practice in you can bring that to an event. If you hit enough 8-irons to eight feet you’ll hit enough 8-irons to eight feet under pressure, if you hole enough putts from four feet in practice you’ll get them because you’ve prepared for them.

“I practiced and practiced and practiced. I just kept practicing, I was obsessed. I do find the amount of guys did years ago was an awful lot more than what I see some of the kids do now. The main reason maybe for that is we didn’t have the internet, iPhones, Netflix and all these different things.

“I enjoyed practicing. I hit an outrageous amount of golf balls, that’s what I enjoyed doing. Growing up it was non-stop sport for me whether it was soccer, Gaelic football, or hurling.”

The County Down man enjoyed a glittering junior career picking up the 1987 World Schools Championship before progressing on to win all four provincial Boys Championships in 1989 just one of two boys to ever achieve such a feat. In 1990 (aged 15) Burns added the Irish Boys Championship to his already trophy-laden CV.

Burns also performed well outside of Ireland, reaching the Quarter-Final of the British Amateur Championship and he began to enjoy his travels across the world, rubbing shoulders with the games top amateur golfers which gave him a taste for competing at the top level.

In 1992 he represented Great Britain and Ireland in the Eisenhower Trophy in Vancouver where he played alongside Welshman Bradley Dredge and it was this week that gave him the belief that he could shoot the scores to rub shoulders with the best.

During the event Burns came up against 2005 US Open champion Michael Campbell, former world number one David Duval, 1997 Open champion Justin Leonard, Ignacio Garrido, Niclas Fasth and the late Fredrik Andersson Hed.

Burns turned professional shortly after playing in the 1993 Walker Cup for GB&I, a team that included Pádraig Harrington. He enjoyed great success on the Challenge Tour, winning two events on his way to graduating to the European Tour as the 1994 Order of Merit winner.

‘Raymie’ registered four top-10s on the European Tour including an 8th place finish on his debut at the Dubai Desert Classic and he maintained his place on Tour through to the end of the 1998 season.

After four solid years on the European Tour, Burns began to look towards the future and completed his PGA qualifications in 2002. During his later years on Tour, he bounced between competitive golf and working at Newlands Golf Club before eventually stepping away to focus on a career as a PGA Professional.

Life on Tour can be lonely, just read Chris Kirk’s story on how he combats loneliness on the road when travelling on the PGA Tour. But Burns never felt lonely and his labour of love never became a chore even during the days when he struggled.

“For me, golf was never boring I enjoyed it, I enjoyed the craic we had going to the golf club, in the clubhouse,” the 50-year-old explains.

“It’s very difficult to play through a downward spiral. I had invites for a couple of European Tour events that I pulled out of and concentrated on the Challenge Tour. I could be wrong here but I feel like Richard Bland was on the Challenge Tour at that time and he almost won it then a couple of years ago when he was back on it.

“When you enter professional golf and start competing on the Challenge Tour it becomes a monetary scenario. You’re not thinking of the money but you play in tournaments and realise you can compete and are better than some of the other players. I enjoyed that, I just didn’t putt as well as a professional like I did as an amateur. I hit the ball as well as a pro but probably not as long.

“Even from me winning the Challenge Tour to go onto the European Tour, the standard was like fifty times better. The Peter Baker’s still winning, Nick Faldo, Roger Davis, Tony Johnstone’s, Ernie Els, Olazabal, Colin Montgomerie, Mark James, Howard Clark. Anyone on that tour was a class player, unbelievable golfers.”

Towards the end of his time on tour, Burns admits he began to lose confidence on the greens which at the time wasn’t a recipe for success given the depth of talent in Europe at that time.

“I lost my putting a bit and I got a bit dubious about it which is a pity because I putted very well as an amateur, I just never allowed myself to putt well as a pro. Drove it perfect, irons perfect and chipped well. I never allowed myself to be free with the putter, I just told myself I was a bad putter when I wasn’t really but I made it difficult for myself.

“You miss a few putts and then you start missing cuts and it becomes worrying. The standard of golf back then was sensational, off the charts good.

“You just lose a bit of confidence and it doesn’t become as important to go into that level of performance because the level needed to be a professional is phenomenal to keep going at that level.”

Burns has carved out an excellent career as a PGA Professional and has just begun his second Head Professional role at Malahide Golf Club after seventeen years in Lisheen Springs.

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Unbelievable short game Members at Malahide should avail of his expertise Best of luck in Malahide

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Raymie I still have that jacket you persuaded me to buy in Lisheen If i’d known you were so famous i would have got you to sign it as well Many thanks Good luck in Malahide and every best wishes for the future

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Try telling that to Jordan Weber .

The 38-year-old from Des Moines, Iowa, was fighting back tears after winning that much and then some on Saturday in the Season Finale of the NEXT Golf Tour Powered by Trackman.

“Wow! I am shaking and crying and all the things,” Weber said moments after the round. “I cannot believe I just did that. Unbelievable. I did not think it was going to happen.”

With a global audience (of dozens, but still) watching on YouTube, Weber indeed shot a nine-under 63 at The Concession, including a back-nine 29 with birdies on the last five holes. He won by two strokes over Sigurdur Gardarsson of Iceland and Jesper Sandborg of Sweden (T-2, $17,500 each).

Watch a recap of Jordan Weber’s Season Finale performance on YouTube

It was Weber’s second win of the seven-event season, pushing his total earnings to $90,319, including a $15,000 bonus for topping the Order of Merit.

Insignificant? More like life-changing. As the NEXT Golf Tour champion, Weber will also receive three Challenge Tour exemptions and a start on the DP World Tour this summer.

Which explains why the tears and the libations were flowing in Des Moines on Saturday night.

“I get to go to Europe! I’m so pumped about that,” Weber said, clutching his hands, shaking his head. “Oh, gosh, it’s amazing. It’s just hard to believe that this could even happen to me.

“We’re gonna go celebrate. I’m gonna go have a drink and celebrate with my family. It’s so exciting. I can’t believe it.”

Instead of (or at least while ) opening an indoor golf center in his hometown this summer, perhaps even borrowing on his renown as arguably the best virtual golfer on the planet, Jordan Weber will be playing outdoors some 4,000 miles due east.

More than a decade after acquiring a nasty case of the yips and giving up on the game, he will tee it up in Europe as a professional golfer.

That’s about as insignificant as Scottie Scheffler’s checking account balance.

Watch shot-by-shot replays of every player’s Season Finale performance at The Concession on the live leaderboard

The top 100 players on the Order of Merit through Round 6 qualified for the Season Finale. The total purse of $100,000 included $5,000 for the in-round Closest to the Pin side game, with the remainder distributed to the top 10 finishers.

Following the close of the nine-day playing window on Saturday, March 16, the NEXT Golf Tour reviewed player video and Trackman data to validate scores before releasing the final results.

The top female performer of Season 2, Sweden’s Emma Thorngren , shot an even-par 72 in the finale to lock up the ANNIKA WAPT Wildcard , which includes membership to the U.S.-based ANNIKA Women’s All Pro Tour plus three entries to events during the 2024 season. Her earnings for the season totaled $17,155.

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Earlier in the season, the NEXT Golf Tour announced that amateur winnings in excess of $1,000 — the maximum amount a player can accept while maintaining their amateur status — will be donated to UNICEF via Golfers for Ukraine , a charitable giving initiative spearheaded by Trackman in 2022. The total amount donated during Season 2 reached $36,415.

Season 2 of the NEXT Golf Tour included 1,545 players from 55 countries who earned $1,269,800 overall. Season 3 will begin in Fall 2024.

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Giles Evans – A Mizuno Next Gen Tour (by Clutch) Story

How the 2022 Order of Merit winner secured six Challenge Tour starts for 2023

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As the Mizuno Next Gen Tour, by Clutch gets underway for 2o23, we looked back at how Giles Evans used the 2022 tour as a springboard to his professional career.  Team Mizuno player Evans finished top of the Mizuno Next Generation (Clutch Pro Tour) Order of Merit in just his second full year as a professional, earning six starts on the Challenge Tour in 2023.  The 25-year-old from Thetford in Norfolk is aiming high in has career – but credits the tour for giving him an opportunity to kick start his progress.

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Giles Evans starting his 2023 season at Frilford Heath. Pic by Andy Crook

Alex Thorne, European Tour Manager for Mizuno Golf expanded.  “There are rare prodigies who go straight into the big time from junior golf. Most need a path to follow, to work to get there. The Mizuno Next Generation Tour by Clutch came along at exactly the right time to provide that pathway.  Giles grasped it with both hands and is a great example of how you can break through a little later.  Was a nice bonus for us that the first order of Merit winner was a Team Mizuno member.”

We spoke to Giles to discover more about his golfing development, his relationships with Mizuno, the Mizuno Next Generation Tour and his loyal caddy Owen, shooting a 59 and his ambitions for the future.

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Giles Evans didn’t start playing golf until he was 14. Pic by Andy Crook

How did you get into golf?

It happened naturally. I started quite late compared to a lot of the lads I compete with now. I didn’t start until I was 14 and it just happened. I used to play a lot of squash. I started playing golf too as the club, Barnham Broom, was a squash club and a golf club. I had a lesson and I had decent hand-eye coordination from the squash, so I took to it well. I could get it in the air and was hooked from the start.

And the next step was the Lee Westwood Academy?

Yeah, I was only off seven when I went to the Westwood Academy. But over two years I got down to scratch. But I wasn’t really thinking about a playing career at that stage. I went to the University of Birmingham and studied Applied Golf Management Studies. The PGA degree. Golf was meant to take a backseat but I have to admit I probably prioritised playing a little more than I should have. I had a crazy year before my final year and got to plus four… That was when I really started to think playing the game could be an option.

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Giles Evans is also a member of Team Mizuno. Pic by Andy Crook.

What was the trigger for that dramatic improvement?

I think hard work was a good part of it – I did a placement in Norfolk and was able to live at home and work on my game. I’ve always been someone who, if I’m going to do something, I’m going to do it whole heartedly and that was how I decided it needed to be with golf. People do say I tend to get a little obsessed!

So you turned pro?

That happens with the degree I did, getting your PGA membership is a great thing. But in my two first starts as a professional I won so that really gave me a lot of confidence. That was at the end of 2019 and obviously Covid hit at the start of 2020. That was a tough year as there was really very little to play in and I think I only had six starts. But I finished top three in three of them and that gave me more fuel for the fire in terms of self-belief.

But in 2021 you finished second on the Mizuno Next Generation Order of Merit.

That was pretty cool. I think, particularly because I look at a lot of the lads I’m competing against, and they’ve all had really good amateur careers and I didn’t have that at all. It took me a little time to work out that I belonged out there. I look at some of them who are younger and are maybe steps ahead of me on the Challenge Tour or main tour but in the grand scheme of things, I’m still very aware that I’m right at the start of the process.

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Mizuno Next Generation Tour by Clutch. Pic by Andy Crook.

How important has the Mizuno Next Generation Tour been to your development?

It’s a massive springboard. For us to have the opportunities that they give us is incredible. I think it’s unrivalled in terms of development tours. The incentives they’re putting up, and right from the second you get there at the events it’s a first-class experience. Providing that level with the resources they have is really exceptional. Watching it evolve over the last couple of years has been great. Again their plans for next year look incredible. And to finish second in my first year and then the goal was to better that in 2022 and I managed it.

Topping the Order of Merit – What were the highlights?

I had a pretty shocking first half of the season. On the back of that strong first year, I think I put a too much pressure on myself, dealing with other people’s expectations for the first time really. We had an event at Royal Norwich – a home event for us. That was cool as friends and family were there, so we really wanted to perform well. Going into it I was playing badly but I found some form, held the first-round lead and finished second in the end. To put on that performance, considering how I’d been playing, proved a lot to me that I can deal with the pressure. The standout though was probably The Oxfordshire – our first win this season. The week before I had a two-shot lead with two to play and made a triple up the 17 th and lost the event. That was tough to take, we were gutted. But as soon as we got in the car it was full focus on the next week and trying to make it right. There was a lad in the car park after the first round at The Oxfordshire and I overheard him – he didn’t know I was in the car opposite. He was saying ‘there’s a low one out there for tomorrow but at least we know that Giles Evans isn’t going to win – did you see him bottle it last week?’ That really sparked me to get the job done. I birdied the 17 th and then stood on the last tee and said to my caddy – ‘let’s prove him wrong.’ From there onwards, it was a special end to the season so that event was really the turning point.

And you shot a 59 this autumn?

Yeah, at Rotana in Morocco. It was three eagles, seven birdies and no bogeys. I was so nervous on the last, tapping in a one-foot putt for 59. It was just a fun game but that was really nerve-wracking.

Who is your caddy?

Owen Mills – He’s assistant pro at Thetford. Having him on the bag the last two years has been incredible. He’s hard working and has a similar outlook on work ethic to me. That pushes me along and keeps me working hard. As a team we’re inseparable. I can confidently say there’s no better caddy on a development tour than Owen.

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Giles Evans with his caddy Owen Mills. Pic by Andy Crook.

Tell us about the relationship with Mizuno.

It started with a custom fitting for a set of clubs and it sort of evolved from there into me being on a full deal and their support has been phenomenal. It’s my first deal with a manufacturer and I feel very lucky. You always expect teething problems when you swap 14 clubs in a bag but the team at Mizuno has been brilliant at getting everything right really quickly. We all know the irons are superb and I think I was probably most worried about changing woods and putter as I’d been so comfortable with my Titleist and Scotty Cameron. But from the get-go, those were the clubs I loved the most. For me, a standout statistic my coaching team look at is that when I hit fairways I tend to win or contend so hitting fairways is a big thing for me. With Mizuno, I’m hitting so many more fairways, their woods are so forgiving.

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Giles has 14 Mizuno clubs in play. Including the new MCraft OMOI putter. Pic by Andy Crook.

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The Mizuno OMOI putter. Pic by Andy Crook.

What are your goals for 2023?

Most obvious and biggest is to get Challenge Tour status. It’s great from the Mizuno Next Generation Tour to have six Challenge Tour starts next year – six opportunities to force my way in and to gain some valuable experience. That’s the thing I really need to move on to the next level, gain that experience. Those six events and the Mizuno Next Generation Tour schedule is very good too. I’ll also look to play Q school at the end of the year. The number 1 goal is to go into 2024 with official Challenge Tour status.

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Evans will continue to compete on the Mizuno Next Gen Tour, in addition to his Challenge Tour starts.

Giles Evans – What’s In The Bag

Driver – Mizuno ST-Z 230 with HZRDUS Smoke RDX Tour X flex shaft

3-wood – Mizuno ST-Z 230 with HZRDUS Smoke RDX Tour X flex shaft

Mizuno Pro Fli-Hi 1 iron

Mizuno Pro 223 4-iron

Mizuno Pro 221 from 5-PW

Mizuno T22 wedges in 49, 55 and 60 degrees

Putter – M-Craft OMOI #03

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Unveiling the Mystery: How Order of Merit Works in Golf

Golf is a game that has been played for centuries and is enjoyed by many people all over the world. There are many different scoring systems used in golf, and one of the most important and prestigious is the Order of Merit . This system is used to determine the best golfer in a given season, taking into account a player’s performance in various tournaments.

Understanding how the Order of Merit works can be confusing, even for seasoned golf fans. But fear not, we’ve got you covered. In this article, we’ll delve into the intricacies of this scoring system and explore the factors that determine a player’s ranking.

Join us as we unveil the mystery behind the Order of Merit and discover how it influences the careers of the world’s greatest golfers.

Get ready to learn about the history, rules, and controversies surrounding this fascinating system. You won’t want to miss it!

Understanding the Scoring System of Order of Merit

Professional golfers strive to be the best in their sport and win as many tournaments as possible. The Order of Merit is a ranking system that helps determine the best player over the course of a season. The player who has earned the most money on the tour throughout the season is ranked first on the Order of Merit.

Each tournament on the tour has a set amount of prize money, which is split between the players depending on their finishing position. The amount of money a player earns in each tournament is added to their total earnings for the season, which is used to determine their position on the Order of Merit.

However, not all tournaments on the tour carry the same amount of prize money, and some tournaments offer more ranking points than others. For example, winning a major championship such as the Masters or the US Open carries more ranking points than winning a regular tour event.

At the end of the season, the player who has earned the most money on the tour is crowned the winner of the Order of Merit. This player is often regarded as the best player of the season and is celebrated as a champion among their peers.

The Points System of the Order of Merit

The points system of the Order of Merit is straightforward. Players earn points based on their performance in designated tournaments throughout the season. The number of points awarded varies depending on the importance of the tournament. For example, winning a major tournament awards more points than a regular tour event.

Order of Merit points are calculated on a rolling basis, meaning that points earned in a tournament are added to a player’s total, while points from the same event the previous year are deducted. This system ensures that players cannot rely solely on past performances to maintain their ranking and must continue to play well to stay on top.

The number of players who receive Order of Merit points also varies depending on the tournament. For example, only the top 50 players and ties in a major championship receive points, while a regular tour event may award points to the top 70 or more players.

At the end of the season, the player with the most Order of Merit points is crowned the winner, with the top players receiving additional bonuses or exemptions for the following season.

How Tournaments Are Weighted in the Order of Merit

Each tournament on the professional golf tour is assigned a point value that determines how much weight it carries in the Order of Merit. Generally, the higher the purse, the more points it is worth. For example, a major tournament like the Masters will carry more weight than a smaller tournament with a lower purse.

The Order of Merit also takes into account the strength of field for each tournament. If a tournament features many of the world’s top golfers, it will be worth more points than a tournament with a weaker field. This ensures that winning against a strong field is valued more highly than winning against weaker competition.

In addition to points and field strength, the Order of Merit also considers the number of events a golfer has played in. A golfer who plays in more events has more opportunities to accumulate points, but this can also lead to a lower average points per event if they don’t perform well in all of them.

Ultimately, the weighting of tournaments in the Order of Merit aims to accurately reflect the performance of golfers throughout the season, giving more weight to their performances in bigger and more competitive events.

How Does the Order of Merit Influence Golfers?

Competitive Drive: The Order of Merit is a huge motivator for golfers to perform their best in each tournament they participate in. They aim to win as many points as possible to climb up the rankings and secure their spot on the leaderboard.

Financial Benefits: The Order of Merit also influences golfers’ earnings. The higher they rank on the leaderboard, the more money they make. Many golfers strive to make it to the top of the leaderboard to earn lucrative sponsorships and endorsement deals.

Opportunities: Golfers who rank high on the Order of Merit gain access to exclusive tournaments and events. These events provide them with the opportunity to play against the best golfers in the world and showcase their skills.

Career Progression: For professional golfers, the Order of Merit plays a crucial role in their career progression. High rankings can lead to invitations to bigger tournaments, which can lead to more prize money, sponsorships, and media exposure, ultimately helping them build their reputation and establish themselves in the sport.

The Impact of the Order of Merit on a Golfer’s Career

Finishing high on the Order of Merit can have a huge impact on a golfer’s career, both financially and in terms of prestige. The top golfers on the Order of Merit usually get invitations to major tournaments and receive large appearance fees. This can help them gain more exposure and sponsors, leading to even more financial gain.

Moreover, finishing high on the Order of Merit is often seen as an indicator of a golfer’s consistency and skill. This can improve their reputation and increase their chances of being invited to prestigious events such as the Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup.

However, the pressure to perform well on the Order of Merit can also have negative consequences. Golfers who are struggling to maintain their position may feel anxious and stressed, which can affect their performance on the course. In some cases, this can lead to a decline in their overall career.

Overall, the Order of Merit is an important factor in a golfer’s career, and finishing high on the list can have a significant impact on their future prospects.

How the Order of Merit Affects Golfer’s Earnings

The Order of Merit is not only important for bragging rights, but it also plays a significant role in determining a golfer’s earnings. The higher a player is ranked on the Order of Merit, the more they earn in prize money, sponsorships, and appearance fees. Prize money is one of the most significant sources of earnings for golfers, and the Order of Merit determines how much a player can earn from a tournament.

Sponsorships are also impacted by a golfer’s performance on the Order of Merit. Brands prefer to associate themselves with successful golfers who are performing well consistently. A higher Order of Merit ranking means more sponsorships and higher endorsement deals for golfers.

Golfers ranked higher on the Order of Merit also get the benefit of being invited to more lucrative tournaments, which in turn helps them earn more. In addition to prize money and sponsorships, players also earn a significant amount from appearance fees . The higher-ranked players are invited to more prestigious events and receive higher appearance fees, which can be a significant boost to their earnings.

Overall, the Order of Merit plays a significant role in a golfer’s earnings and can be the difference between a financially successful career and one that falls short.

Top 10 Golfers Who Have Dominated the Order of Merit

The Order of Merit has been a great indicator of a golfer’s success on the professional tour. Here are ten golfers who have consistently dominated the rankings:

Tiger Woods – Woods has won the European Tour Order of Merit twice in his career, in 1998 and 200He also won the PGA Tour’s money list nine times.

Colin Montgomerie – Montgomerie won the Order of Merit seven times in a row from 1993 to 1999, and then again in 200He is widely regarded as one of the best European golfers of all time.

Seve Ballesteros – Ballesteros won the Order of Merit six times in his career, including four times in a row from 1976 to 197He is considered one of the greatest golfers of all time.

Rory McIlroy – McIlroy has won the Order of Merit three times in his career, in 2012, 2014, and 201He is one of the most successful golfers of his generation and has won four major championships.

Nick Faldo – Faldo won the Order of Merit three times in his career, in 1983, 1992, and 199He is one of the most successful British golfers of all time and won six major championships.

Lee Westwood – Westwood has won the Order of Merit twice in his career, in 2000 and 200He has been one of the most consistent golfers in the world for over two decades and has won 25 European Tour titles.

Ernie Els – Els won the Order of Merit three times in his career, in 2003, 2004, and 201He has won four major championships and is one of the most successful golfers in South African history.

Bernhard Langer – Langer won the Order of Merit four times in his career, in 1981, 1984, 1985, and 199He has won two major championships and is one of the most successful German golfers of all time.

Justin Rose – Rose won the Order of Merit in 2007 and has won a total of 11 European Tour titles. He has also won the U.S. Open and an Olympic gold medal for Great Britain.

Sergio Garcia – Garcia won the Order of Merit in 2008 and has won a total of 16 European Tour titles. He has also won the Masters Tournament and is one of the most successful Spanish golfers of all time.

These golfers have shown their dominance on the Order of Merit, proving their skills and consistency over the years. Their achievements have cemented their legacies in the sport of golf.

Tiger Woods: A Legend of Order of Merit

Tiger Woods is undoubtedly one of the greatest golfers of all time, and his dominance of the Order of Merit is a testament to his incredible skill and consistency. Woods has won the Order of Merit a record ten times, with his first win coming in 1997 and his last in 2013.

During this period, Woods won a total of 82 PGA Tour events, including 15 major championships. His performances in these tournaments helped him accumulate an impressive number of Order of Merit points, cementing his status as one of the all-time greats of the sport.

Woods’ success in the Order of Merit also had a significant impact on his earnings, with his consistent performance helping him become one of the wealthiest athletes in the world. His success on the course, combined with his endorsements and business ventures, has resulted in an estimated net worth of over $800 million.

Although Woods’ career has been marred by personal struggles and injuries in recent years, his dominance of the Order of Merit remains an impressive achievement that will be remembered by golf fans for generations to come.

Rory McIlroy’s Impressive Order of Merit Wins

Rory McIlroy is one of the most successful golfers on the European Tour, having won the Order of Merit three times in his career. His first win came in 2012, where he dominated the tour with a total of five wins, including a major championship.

McIlroy’s second win came in 2014, where he won two majors and won the Order of Merit with ease. He had an incredible season, finishing top five in all four majors and winning the PGA Championship by a remarkable eight strokes.

In 2015, McIlroy won his third Order of Merit after another successful season, including wins at the Dubai Duty-Free Irish Open and the DP World Tour Championship. He finished the season with 1,938,118 points, over 1 million points ahead of his closest competitor, Danny Willett.

Greg Norman: The Australian with Most Order of Merit Wins

Greg Norman is one of the greatest golfers Australia has ever produced. He has won the Order of Merit eight times, more than any other Australian golfer. Norman won his first Order of Merit in 1980 and his last one in 199During this time, he won a total of 20 European Tour events.

Norman’s dominance in the European Tour was due to his consistent performance throughout the season. He was known for his long drives and aggressive play, which helped him win many tournaments. His victories included the 1986 and 1993 Open Championships, and he was the world’s top-ranked golfer for 331 weeks during the 1980s and 1990s.

Norman was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 2001 in recognition of his outstanding achievements. Today, he is a successful businessman and philanthropist, but his legacy as one of the greatest golfers of all time lives on.

How is the Winner of the Order of Merit Determined?

Points-based system: The winner of the Order of Merit is determined based on a points-based system. Each tournament has a certain number of points allocated to it, which are awarded to the players based on their finishing position.

Money earned: The points earned by players in each tournament are then converted into money earned. The player who earns the most money at the end of the season is declared the winner of the Order of Merit.

Rolling system: The Order of Merit operates on a rolling system, with points earned in events from the previous 52 weeks contributing to a player’s total points tally.

Minimum participation: To be eligible for the Order of Merit, players must participate in a minimum number of tournaments throughout the season. This ensures that players cannot win the Order of Merit without playing regularly on the tour.

The Order of Merit is highly coveted by professional golfers as it represents a season-long achievement of excellence and consistency. Winning the Order of Merit can also have significant financial and career benefits, such as securing invitations to major tournaments and increasing sponsorship opportunities.

The Role of the Final Tournament in Deciding the Order of Merit Winner

The final tournament of the season plays a critical role in determining the winner of the Order of Merit . This tournament is typically the most prestigious and valuable event of the year, offering a large amount of ranking points and prize money.

Golfers who have performed consistently well throughout the season have a better chance of winning the Order of Merit, but a strong showing at the final tournament can tip the scales in favor of a player who hasn’t been at the top of the rankings all season.

The final tournament is often referred to as the “Race to Dubai” or the “FedEx Cup,” depending on the tour. It is usually restricted to the top players on the tour, with only those who have accumulated a certain number of points during the season being eligible to play.

What Happens When There’s a Tie in the Order of Merit?

When there’s a tie in the Order of Merit, the players are ranked based on their total earnings for the season. The player with the higher total earnings is declared the winner of the Order of Merit.

If there’s still a tie after this, the players are then ranked based on their total number of wins during the season. The player with the most wins is declared the winner of the Order of Merit.

If there’s still a tie after this, the players are then ranked based on their total number of top-10 finishes during the season. The player with the most top-10 finishes is declared the winner of the Order of Merit.

If there’s still a tie after this, the players are then ranked based on their total number of top-20 finishes during the season. The player with the most top-20 finishes is declared the winner of the Order of Merit.

In the unlikely event that there’s still a tie after all of these tiebreakers, the players will share the award, and there will be no playoff or any other mechanism to determine a single winner.

Is Order of Merit a Fair Way to Decide the Best Golfer?

Subjectivity is a significant issue in using the Order of Merit to decide the best golfer. The Order of Merit relies on a points system, which is influenced by several factors like the number of tournaments played, the strength of the field, and the size of the prize money. However, it fails to consider other aspects like consistency, overall performance, and head-to-head matchups.

Moreover, the Order of Merit does not account for the difficulty level of the courses played. A golfer who has won multiple tournaments on easy courses may have a higher ranking than someone who has won fewer tournaments but on tougher courses. This implies that the Order of Merit may not be an accurate representation of a golfer’s skills and abilities.

On the other hand, the Order of Merit is based on a golfer’s performance throughout the year and is, therefore, an objective way of assessing their skills. The ranking system has been used for many years and is widely recognized as a reliable method of determining the top players. It also provides a level playing field for all golfers, irrespective of their background, nationality, or status.

In conclusion, while the Order of Merit has its limitations, it is still a credible way of deciding the best golfer of the year. However, to get a more accurate picture of a golfer’s skills, it should be supplemented with other metrics, such as performance in major tournaments, head-to-head matchups, and consistency over the years.

The Pros and Cons of Using Order of Merit in Golf

Pros: One of the most significant advantages of using the Order of Merit in golf is that it provides a fair and objective way to evaluate players’ overall performance over the course of a season. It rewards consistency and encourages players to participate in a wide range of tournaments, rather than focusing on just a few events. It also helps to raise the profile of less well-known tournaments and provides a clear incentive for players to compete in them.

Cons: One of the main criticisms of the Order of Merit system is that it can be heavily influenced by the performance of a small number of players in high-profile events, which can make it difficult for other players to catch up. Some have also argued that the emphasis on money and rankings can lead to a more commercialized version of the sport, which can take away from the spirit of the game. Additionally, there have been instances where players have manipulated the system by strategically skipping events to improve their rankings.

Conclusion: While there are certainly pros and cons to using the Order of Merit in golf, overall, it remains a popular and widely used system for evaluating player performance. While there may be some issues with the way the system is implemented and the potential for manipulation, it still provides a valuable framework for determining the best golfers over the course of a season.

Other Methods Used to Determine the Best Golfer

Stroke Average: One of the most common methods used to determine the best golfer is by their stroke average. This method measures the average number of strokes taken per round, which can give a good indication of a golfer’s consistency and skill level.

World Golf Ranking: Another popular method used to determine the best golfer is the World Golf Ranking. This ranking system takes into account a player’s performance over a two-year period, giving more weight to recent performances. The ranking is based on a points system, with points awarded based on the level of the event and the player’s finishing position.

Major Championships: Winning a major championship is often seen as the ultimate achievement in golf. Some people argue that the winner of the most majors should be considered the best golfer. This method is based on the idea that the most prestigious tournaments should carry the most weight when determining the best golfer.

Other methods used to determine the best golfer include the FedEx Cup rankings, the Race to Dubai, and various player of the year awards. Each method has its own strengths and weaknesses, and ultimately, it is up to individual interpretation to determine the best golfer.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is order of merit in golf.

Order of Merit in golf is a ranking system used to determine the best player in a specific tour based on their performance throughout the season. It takes into account the number of tournaments played, the amount of money won, and the player’s finishing positions in each tournament.

How is the winner of Order of Merit determined?

The winner of Order of Merit is determined by calculating the points earned by each player throughout the season. The points system varies depending on the tour, but it typically awards more points for finishing higher in tournaments and playing in more events. The player with the most points at the end of the season is declared the winner of the Order of Merit.

What is the role of the final tournament in deciding the Order of Merit winner?

The final tournament in a season usually carries more weight in deciding the Order of Merit winner. This tournament typically offers more points than regular events and can sometimes even offer double points. The winner of this tournament can have a significant impact on the final Order of Merit rankings.

What happens when there’s a tie in the Order of Merit?

If there’s a tie in the Order of Merit, the tiebreaker is usually the number of wins or the number of top-five finishes in the season. If the tie persists, the prize money earned by the tied players throughout the season may be used as a tiebreaker.

Is Order of Merit a fair way to decide the best golfer?

The fairness of using Order of Merit to determine the best golfer is a subject of debate. While it takes into account a player’s consistency throughout the season, it does not consider other factors such as the difficulty of the courses played or the quality of the field in each tournament. Some argue that a system based on performance in major championships or using a points system that rewards wins more heavily may be a fairer way to determine the best golfer.

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Up to the Challenge – Rhys Thompson wins Tartan Pro Tour order of merit

Rhys thompson brought the curtain down on a brilliant year on the tartan pro tour’s – winning the season-ending gleneagles masters to pick up his fourth win of the year and secure top spot in the order of merit..

Having started slowly in tough conditions at Gleneagles, Rhys followed his opening round of 79 with back-to-back rounds of 68 to top the leaderboard with a one under-par total alongside Sam Locke. In the sudden-death playoff, Rhys’ par on the second playing of the par five 18th was enough to capture the trophy.

The win, and £4,320 winner’s cheque, secured Rhys’ position at the top of the order of merit by more than £5,500 – and with it the single Challenge Tour card which was up for grabs on the Tar-tan Pro Tour this year.

“Winning for a fourth time, coming through some of the most horrendous conditions I’ve ever played in, was a fantastic way to get the job done,” said Rhys.

“I knew I didn’t have to go crazy in the final round, so I just stuck to what’s worked all year. It was great to be able to enjoy the round on such an important day in my career.

“Having been at the top of the order of merit for such a long time, there was a bit of pressure in the final weeks of the season. I knew I could be caught, even in the last event, but I just fo-cussed on playing solid golf and letting the results come.”

With his victory at Gleneagles – as well as his three wins in a row at the Dundonald Links Classic, Downfield Masters and Cardrona Classic – Rhys put together a sensational season on the Tartan Pro Tour.

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“To win four times is beyond anything I’d hoped for,” he added. “It didn’t matter if I won by £1 or £1,000 – the goal was just to get the Challenge Tour card for 2024 and I’m over the moon I got it.

“Getting off the mini tours and up the ladder has been my goal for a while now and I’m so happy to have done it. I’m going to enjoy DP World Tour Q School, and from there I have a lot of plan-ning to do ahead of the start of the Challenge Tour season in South Africa early next year.”

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The Emirates Golf Federation (EGF) has significantly strengthened its 2022-23 Order of Merit after announcing four elevated ‘Majors’ which will offer World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) points, with the winner of each tournament securing their spot in a Challenge Tour event in Abu Dhabi.

Those four tournaments will be the Ras Al Khaimah Amateur Championship (20-22 January) at Al Hamra Golf Club, The Track, Meydan Men’s Open (3- 5 February), Abu Dhabi Golf Club Men’s Open (17-19 March) and Jumeirah Golf Estates Men’s Open (31 March – 2 April).

Each event will feature a minimum of 54 holes to qualify for WAGR status while all players will receive double points towards the season-long EGF Order of Merit.

The announcement that the champion of each tournament will receive an invitation to one of the new Challenge Tour events in the UAE builds on the collaboration between the DP World Tour and EGF.

The two organisations announced a long-term partnership earlier in the year which focuses on enhancing golf in the UAE across all levels of the sport, from grassroots initiatives right through to the professional game, building on the Tour’s long-term association with the region which dates back to 1989.

“A goal of the Emirates Golf Federation is to provide a platform for all golfers to reach the next level.” – General Abdullah Al Hashmi, Vice Chairman of the Emirates Golf Federation

“Through our partnerships with the Tours and the UAE golf clubs, we are establishing credible amateur events and a stronger Order of Merit across the entire UAE.  These events will provide a pathway for amateur golf in the Emirates. This will not only have an impact on national golf but will also continue to develop the ladies and juniors in the UAE.”

The men’s season gets underway this weekend with the Al Zorah Men’s Open kicking off a jam-packed schedule of 17 events as amateurs try to follow in the footsteps of last year’s Order of Merit champion Toby Bishop.

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The youngster, who recently moved to the US after securing a scholarship to the University of Florida, went on a fine run of form to claim top spot, which included winning five events from six towards the end of the season.

The top 15 on the Order of Merit following the conclusion of that final event in Ras Al Khaimah will qualify for the UAE Men’s Amateur Open, with a venue and date to be confirmed in due course.

The women’s season kicks off a week later with the Abu Dhabi Golf Club Ladies Open the first of 11 events on the Order of Merit, while the junior season gets underway this weekend with the Emirates Golf Club Junior Open on the Faldo Course.

Jamie Roslyn Camero, nicknamed the ‘Pocket Rocket’ for her almighty distance off the tee, secured last year Ladies Gross Order of Merit title and will be one to look out for again as she goes head-to-head with close friend and Ladies Net Order of Merit champion Liang Wei Liu.

As well as playing for vital points to secure the Order of Merit Trophy, players will also be hoping to play their way into the amateur Dubai Golf Trophy team as they try to wrestle back the trophy from the pros.

The annual tournament, which will celebrate its 24 th edition next season, pits the UAE’s top 16 professional players against the top 16 amateurs in the region, with 12 of those qualifying through the EGF Order of Merit.

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T he Asian Tour has taken itself back to Macao, China, for the second stop in the International Series after the inaugural event of the series concluded in Oman. This year is the International Series’ third edition and second year, where the top player on the Merit Order List at the season end will get a membership card for LIV Golf.

The seven events will move to various countries in the Asian peninsula, and only one event (International Series England) will be held in Surrey, Longhcross Course. The prize money for all the series events has been kept the same, which accounts for $14 million from the overall prize pool of the Asian Tour.

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Starting on March 14th, the International Series Macau will be heading towards its final stage in just a few hours. At the Macau Golf and Country Club, the crowned golfer will receive a check of $360,000 from the $2 million prize pool set for the International Series Macau. This is the standard winner’s cut of 18% per the Asian Tour’s distribution system.

Moreover, the victor will also be given a two-year exemption on the Asian Tour as he will be provided with a membership. Other benefits are the 14.7 Official World Golf Rankings points and the points for the season-ending Order of Merit List. While the winner will get $360,000, the runner-up will end up with $220,000.

Moreover, the last player in the 65th position will be taking home a check for $5,400. Comparatively, a lower prize purse than the PGA Tour event (THE PLAYERS Championship; $25 million) that’s taking place on the same schedule. The full breakdown is below:

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The field at the Macau Golf and Country Club was a desired destination for LIV Golf pros. However, it seems that not a single LIV player can stop this one Asian Tour pro from taking the lead.

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The field of the top LIV pros has been getting outshined by John Catlin, who has come on the Asian Tour after getting his Tour card through Q-School, though he is a 4-time Asian Tour winner. The 30-year-old also made a historical record at the Asian Tour by becoming the only golfer ever to hit a round of 13 under 59 in round three. Catlin shot a bogey-free round three while carding nine birdies and an eagle on the 18th hole to lead the field.

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To followers of professional golf, where multimillion-dollar paydays are commonplace, a tournament with a $30,000 winner’s check — much less one played indoors — might seem insignificant.

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Try telling that to Jordan Weber .

The 38-year-old from Des Moines, Iowa, was fighting back tears after winning that much and then some on Saturday in the Season Finale of the NEXT Golf Tour Powered by Trackman.

“Wow! I am shaking and crying and all the things,” Weber said moments after the round. “I cannot believe I just did that. Unbelievable. I did not think it was going to happen.”

With a global audience (of dozens, but still) watching on YouTube, Weber indeed shot a nine-under 63 at The Concession, including a back-nine 29 with birdies on the last five holes. He won by two strokes over Sigurdur Gardarsson of Iceland and Jesper Sandborg of Sweden (T-2, $17,500 each).

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It was Weber’s second win of the seven-event season, pushing his total earnings to $90,319, including a $15,000 bonus for topping the Order of Merit.

Insignificant? More like life-changing. As the NEXT Golf Tour champion, Weber will also receive three Challenge Tour exemptions and a start on the DP World Tour this summer.

Which explains why the tears and the libations were flowing in Des Moines on Saturday night.

“I get to go to Europe! I’m so pumped about that,” Weber said, clutching his hands, shaking his head. “Oh, gosh, it’s amazing. It’s just hard to believe that this could even happen to me.

“We’re gonna go celebrate. I’m gonna go have a drink and celebrate with my family. It’s so exciting. I can’t believe it.”

Instead of (or at least while ) opening an indoor golf center in his hometown this summer, perhaps even borrowing on his renown as arguably the best virtual golfer on the planet, Jordan Weber will be playing outdoors some 4,000 miles due east.

More than a decade after acquiring a nasty case of the yips and giving up on the game, he will tee it up in Europe as a professional golfer.

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Looking Back: Monty's historic eight Order of Merit wins

A look back at Colin Montgomerie's eight European Tour Order of Merit wins between 1993 and 2005

Colin Montgomerie

Colin Montgomerie is one of the most decorated European Tour players of all time, but his notable accolade of eight Order of Merit titles between 1993 and 2005 (now the Race to Dubai) is assuredly a record that will remain untouched for a long time to come. In the history of the European Tour, just the late, great Seve Ballesteros has come remotely close to matching Monty, winning the same honour on six separate occasions between 1976 and 1991.

The first time Montgomerie ascended to the top of the Order of Merit was in 1993, five years after quickly establishing himself as one to watch with his Rookie of the Year award in 1988, which was followed by his maiden title - a convincing 11 shot triumph at the Portuguese Open TPC during his first start of the 1989 season.

Montgomerie would wait another two years before defeating Ballesteros by a single stroke to win the second European Tour event of his career at the Scandinavian Masters, and a further two before earning the Heineken Dutch Open in 1993 – which marked the start of the most successful spell of his career.

The Scotsman would go on to win 20 of his 31 titles on the European Tour between 1993 and 1999 as he claimed the Order of Merit in seven consecutive seasons, before adding a record eighth title in 2005.

Two European Tour Wins

Montgomerie had started his sixth season on the European Tour as a two-time champion but would end 1993 with double the number of titles and his first time atop of the Order of Merit.

He began the season strongly, finishing inside the top 20 in each of his first six events, which included a runner-up finish at the Johnnie Walker Classic.

Montgomerie had to settle for second best once more at the Volvo PGA Championship before tasting success for a third time on Tour at the Heineken Dutch Open in July, carding a final round 69 to beat José Cóceres and Jean van de Velde by a single stroke.

He would not drop lower than sixth in the standings for the remainder of the season, but it was at the final event where he earned double the glory, claiming the Volvo Masters and consequently the Order of Merit in one go.

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Three European Tour Wins

An outstanding season with three wins and two top tens in Major Championships saw Montgomerie reach the top 10 in the Official World Golf Ranking for the first time in 1994, where he would stay for nearly 400 weeks.

He achieved that feat with his first victory of the year at the Open de Espana in May, helped by a third round 66 to edge out Richard Boxall, Mark Roe and Mark McNulty by one.

Montgomerie then came close to tasting Major success for a first time in June at Oakmont Country Club as a final round 70 tied him at the top of the leaderboard with Ernie Els and Loren Roberts after 72 holes. Three double-bogeys left him out of contention during the 18 hole Monday play-off as Els claimed the spoils, but it was by no means the end of his accomplishments that year.

Two months later Montgomerie posted back-to-back victories, following up his win at the English Open with success at the German Open a week later. Those wins moved him back to the top of the Order of Merit standings, which he closed out convincingly with four top tens in his last six starts, including fourth place at the Volvo Masters.

Two European Tour wins

The 1995 season was substantiated by Montgomerie’s dominant consistency, where he recorded two wins and 14 top tens from 24 events to gain his third Order of Merit title in a row.

That number is absent of his agonising runner-up finish during the PGA Championship that August, where he was beaten by Steve Elkington on the first play-off hole of Riviera Country Club, but it is an important result to note in regard to his resilient nature.

In just his next event Montgomerie moved to the top of the Order of Merit as he claimed the first of his two victories that season with a successful defence at the Volvo German Masters, which he quickly followed with a win at the Trophee Lancome.

Two weeks later Montgomerie tasted his first success on a Ryder Cup team that September, which included a 3&1 victory over Ben Crenshaw.

There was no beating Monty in singles 👏 pic.twitter.com/EPmMejHyVG — Ryder Cup Europe (@RyderCupEurope) June 23, 2020

Three European Tour wins

After missing the first seven events of the 1996 season, Montgomerie quickly reasserted himself in to second place in the European Tour standings with a one stroke victory at the Dubai Desert Classic, a win that features arguably the greatest shot of his career.

Standing in the middle of the par-five 18th fairway of Emirates GC with a driver in hand (a spot now commemorated with a plaque), Montgomerie hit the unforgettable approach on to the green and two-putted for a one shot victory.

Back to back runner-up finishes at the Deutsche Bank Open TPC of Europe and the Alamo English Open and a tied 10th finish at the U.S. Open in June soon confirmed his status at the top of the rankings for the rest of the season, which he consolidated with wins at the Irish Open in July and a four stroke triumph at the European Masters in August.

Punctuated by his winning putt in the Ryder Cup and a runner-up finish at the U.S. Open to Ernie Els, 1997 was a season that garnered success for Montgomerie both on and out with the European Tour.

That year both of his Tour titles featured substantial margins of victory, winning the European Grand Prix by five strokes at the start of June, and his second Irish Open title in a row by seven in the first week of July.

Those only moved him up to fifth in the Order of Merit standings, and he would only gain the top spot in the rankings in September, following a third place finish at the BMW International Open and a 10th place in the Canon European Masters. Montgomerie then have finished as the runner-up during both the British Masters and German Masters, before ending his season with an eighth place at the Volvo Masters.

Following the official end of the Tour season, Montgomerie later won twice in November, claiming the Hassan II Golf Trophy by three strokes before winning the World Cup of Golf Individual Trophy.

Monty 1997

An impressive season led Montgomerie to three official Tour victories and eight further top tens in 20 starts in 1998, which included tied eighth at the Masters in April and a 2up win over Davis Love to win the World Championship of Golf.

His first Tour win of the year came during a one shot victory over Mark James at the Volvo PGA Championship in May, which marked the first of three consecutive wins at Wentworth Club.

That moved Montgomerie up to fifth in the Order of Merit standings. He briefly claimed the top spot after losing in a play-off to David Carter during his Irish Open defence, but would not regain that position until his final win of the year, a one stroke victory at the Linde German Masters.

Two weeks earlier Montgomerie had triumphed the British Masters at the Forest of Arden H&CC, and went on to finish the season with a tied fifth at the Cisco World Match Play, and a third place finish at the Volvo Masters to earn his sixth Order of Merit.

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Five official European Tour wins and one approved special event

The seventh consecutive year Montgomerie claimed the European Tour’s Order of Merit was undoubtedly his most successful, winning five official Tour events and the Cisco World Match-Play Tournament.

His won his first title of that season at the Benson and Hedges International Open Oxfordshire by three shots, and quickly added wins at two further UK events – courtesy of a five stroke victory in the Volvo PGA Championship at Wentworth Club and a three shot win at the Standard Life Loch Lomond.

Although all five of his official Tour titles in the 1999 campaign were convincing, none were more so than at the Volvo Scandinavian Masters. With rounds of 67-67-65-69 at Barsebäck, Montgomerie finished the tournament at 20 under par, nine shots clear of nearest challenger Jesper Parnevik. It was the second time he had won that event, which he would win for a third time two years later.

He followed that with his sixth trophy of the year at the Cisco World Match Play Tournament, where he defeated defending champion Marc O’Meara 3&2, and claimed 3.5 points during Europe’s narrow defeat to the United States in the Ryder Cup at Brookline.

Montgomerie match play 1999

One European Tour win

The final of Montgomerie’s eight Order of Merit titles came during the year where he recorded his best finish at the Open Championship, as runner-up to Tiger Woods in St. Andrews.

He would go on to post a top ten at both the WGC NEC-Invitational and the WGC HSBC World Match Play Championship before returning to Fife in October and claiming his first and only win of the season at the Dunhill Links Championship.

It was a significant victory for Montgomerie, who came from five shots behind to beat Kenneth Ferrie to the title with a birdie at the 18th. It moved him back inside the top 20 on the Official World Golf Ranking, and in to second place in the Order of Merit behind Michael Campbell.

"This is very special,” he said at the time. “I said the next win would be the moment important of my career, and it is. So this is the most important win of my career.”

Just a week later his third place at the WGC American Express Championship let him claim the top spot once more, where he stayed for the remainder of the season thanks to top tens in his final two events: Tied eighth at the Open de Madrid, and third at the Volvo Masters.

Montgomerie would win two more European Tour titles following the 2005 season: The 2005 UBS Hong Kong Open, and the 2007 Smurfit Kappa European Open.

He was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame is 2013, and went on to win three Senior Major Championships: the 2014 Senior PGA Championship, the 2014 U.S. Senior Open, and the 2015 Senior PGA Championship.

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