Join The 150th Show on Friday for a recap of an iconic Open Championship day, directly from the links at the Old Course. On Friday's show, Marcus Buckland is joined by Paul Eales and Michael McEwan from bunkered to look back on a remarkable final hole for the legendary Tiger Woods as well as a stunning 64 from Cameron Smith. The trio also discuss Cameron Young's second round of three under to get into the final group with Smith, and watch Rory McIlroy finish his stirring round of 68, setting up ...
Jul 15, 2022•46 min
The 150th Open is here... and the 150th Show will be coming to you each day throughout the Championship with all the action directly from the links at the Old Course. On Thursday's show, Marcus Buckland is joined by Sophie Walker and Carl Paulson to look back on Cameron Young's stunning 64, that sees the American lead by two strokes at the close of play. The trio also look back on Rory McIlroy's round, a match that Sophie followed, while touching upon Tiger Woods' struggles and good scores from ...
Jul 14, 2022•27 min
The 150th Open is here... and the 150th Show will be coming to you each day throughout the Championship with all the action directly from the links at the Old Course. On Wednesday's quick preview show, Marcus Buckland is joined by Sophie Walker and Matt Southgate to discuss how fast the course is playing, who the conditions will suit and the star groups at St Andrews. The trio are also joined in their position on the first tee by Harold Varner III and Max Homa, both in Thursday's featured groups...
Jul 13, 2022•31 min
The 150th Open is nearly here, and before daily podcasts with Marcus Buckland begin on Wednesday, we take one final look back at The 149th Open, as Champion Golfer of the Year Collin Morikawa prepares to return the Claret Jug. Initially published last year, the Story of 2021 delves into the action from Royal St George's for The 149th Open, featuring interviews with the likes of Jon Rahm, Louis Oosthuizen, Jordan Spieth, Marcel Siem and the eventual Champion Golfer of the Year, Collin Morikawa. W...
Jul 11, 2022•50 min
In the last episode of The 150th Show before Open Championship week begins, Marcus Buckland is joined by the BBC's Iain Carter and The Open Radio's Sue Thearle to preview The 150th Open in-depth. The trio discuss the big names, dark horses and fairy tale stories from the landmark Championship, and we hear from Rory McIlroy on his chances at St Andrews, and why he feels like there is unfinished business at the Old Course... Subscribe now for free to never miss an episode ahead of The 150th Open....
Jul 08, 2022•58 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Listen in to an in-depth rundown of the back nine at the Old Course on The 150th Show, our preview series ahead of this July's landmark Championship. Hosted by Marcus Buckland, The 150th Show will give a run down of the historic Old Course at St Andrews, as well as a full preview of the Championship in the days leading up to The Open. In this episode, Marcus is again joined by Rob Lee and Matt Adams, this time tackling the back nine of the famous old links, including some fitting iconic moments ...
Jul 05, 2022•1 hr•Season 5Ep. 8
The 150th Show, previewing the landmark Open Championship this July, is here! Hosted by Marcus Buckland, The 150th Show will give a run down of the historic Old Course at St Andrews, as well as a full preview of the Championship in the week leading up to The Open. In this episode, Marcus is joined by Rob Lee and Matt Adams to discuss the front nine of the famous old links, including some iconic moments on those holes from Colin Montgomerie, Jordan Spieth, Paul Dunne and John Daly to name but a f...
Jul 01, 2022•48 min•Season 5Ep. 7
YouTube star and PGA Professional Peter Finch joins The Open Podcasts for a third and final special episode on Open Qualifying, as he embarks on a journey to discover more about Qualifying and the stories it has to offer, ahead of his own attempt to make it to St Andrews for The 150th Open. In Part 3, Pete talks to Steven Bottomley, who featured in Tales of The Open, about his 1995 heroics at St Andrews, as the pair look over some of Steven's shots from the final day. Producer Chris Lewis then c...
Jun 07, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 3
YouTube star and PGA Professional Peter Finch joins The Open Podcasts to continue a special series on Open Qualifying, as he embarks on a journey to discover more about Qualifying and the stories it has to offer, ahead of his own attempt to make it to St Andrews for The 150th Open. In Part 2, Pete talks to George Wale and Jonathan Tippetts-Aylmer, two people responsible for the process of Open Qualifying, and finds out how courses become Qualifying venues, what goes on behind the scenes and how ...
May 31, 2022•54 min•Season 5Ep. 2
The Open Podcasts are back with a bang, as YouTube star and PGA Professional Peter Finch joins The Open Podcasts for a special series on Open Qualifying. In the first episode of Season 5, building up to The 150th Open, Pete embarks on a journey to discover more about Open Qualifying and the stories it has to offer, as he looks ahead to his own attempt to make it to St Andrews. Part 1 sees Pete talk to James Robinson and Sam Forgan, two other participants in the Road to The Open series on YouTube...
May 24, 2022•52 min•Season 5Ep. 1
The Open Podcasts are returning ahead of The 150th Open at St Andrews! Golf's greatest stories continue, with a special series on Open Qualifying hosted by Peter Finch, a preview show for The 150th Open with The Open Radio's Marcus Buckland, and a three-part documentary series with a legendary Open Champion. All this before daily coverage of one of the most hotly anticipated Championships in the history of golf this July. Subscribe now to The Open Podcasts for free to never miss an episode!...
May 17, 2022•1 min
Let special guest narrator Tommy Fleetwood take you back to The 127th Open at Royal Birkdale, for The Story of 1998. The Open in 1998 had everything, from bad weather to the emergence of young stars, from great shots to fairy-tale moments, and capped off with a play-off and a great Champion. With contributions from the main actors in such a wonderful drama, including Mark O'Meara, Brian Watts, Justin Rose and Tiger Woods, sit back and immerse yourself in this Original Audio Documentary from The ...
Dec 08, 2021•52 min•Season 4Ep. 7
This week, we revisit a tribute to Peter Alliss, one year on from his passing. With words from Jim Nantz, Andrew Cotter, Hazel Irvine and Ewen Murray, we celebrate the life of Alliss in this special bonus episode. Sadly passing away in December 2020 at the age of 89, Alliss transcended generations as a player, commentator, and with his incredible character. One of The Open's most recognisable figures, and one of golf's greatest characters, Alliss' humour, wit and unique style was loved and cheri...
Nov 30, 2021•44 min
Some players have seemed destined to win The Open as they emerged onto the golfing scene. And many, including Tiger Woods, Seve Ballesteros, Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player, did so early in their careers. Darren Clarke, one of the most talented prospects in Irish golfing history, appeared to be another of those players. But into his 40s, he had yet to claim the title, and his chances to do so were running out. That was until a fairy-tale victory in 2011 warmed the hearts of the golfing world, and ...
Nov 23, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Relive one of the most dramatic finishes to an Open Championship in modern times, where The 141st Open at Royal Lytham and St Annes was decided over the final four holes. The Story of 2012 tells the tale of not only Ernie Els' storybook triumph in golf's original major, for the second time, but also the agonising defeat of Adam Scott at Royal Lytham. With narration from Ewan Porter, and words from Els, Scott and their respective caddies Ricci Roberts and Stevie Williams, as well as from Graeme M...
Nov 16, 2021•48 min•Season 4Ep. 5
This week's edition of Tales of The Open focuses on Paul Dunne, and the 28-year-old's career to date, including a remarkable performance at The Open in 2015. As an amateur, Dunne captured the imagination of those watching The 144th Open with his stunning golf, and looked to have one of the best chances to win the Claret Jug as an amateur in memory, bidding to become just the fourth ever to do so. With narration from Shane O'Donoghue, commentary and audio from the Championship and the words of Du...
Nov 09, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Golf's greatest stories continue on The Open Podcasts, as this week we look at the tale of Brian Watts. A Japan Tour star in the 1990s, Watts' life and career in the game seemed to all build up to the 72nd hole of The 127th Open in 1998. With English heritage and vast experience in windy and difficult conditions, the American came just six inches away from claiming the Claret Jug with one of the best bunker shots in Championship history. With colour commentary and narration from Shane O'Donoghue...
Nov 02, 2021•59 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Golf's greatest stories continue on The Open Podcasts, as this week we look at the career of Steve Elkington, one of the finest Australian players in the last 30 years. A major champion at the 1995 US PGA, the man affectionately known as 'Elk' has often played well in The Open, and has some wonderful stories to tell. From a very helpful harbour master, to a play-off filled two weeks at Muirfield in 2002, Elkington has had a fine career in golf, one that so nearly included a Claret Jug. With colo...
Oct 26, 2021•55 min•Season 4Ep. 2
The Open Podcasts is back! Season 4 of the show begins with the rundown of the most recent and much awaited Open Championship, with The Story of 2021. The Story of 2021 will delve into the action from Royal St George's this past year for The 149th Open, featuring interviews with the likes of Jon Rahm, Louis Oosthuizen, Jordan Spieth, Marcel Siem and the eventual Champion Golfer of the Year, Collin Morikawa. With narration from DJ Spoony, enjoy the wonderful sound of fans and golf again at The Op...
Oct 19, 2021•48 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Ahead of Season 4 of The Open Podcasts, we hope you enjoy this bonus episode, utilising archive footage from the 1979, 1984 and 1988 Opens. To celebrate Seve Ballesteros' career, and the launch of the new film SEVE - Artist, Fighter, Legend on Rakuten TV, let us take you back to experience each of the great man’s triumphs in The Open Championship. When Seve first burst onto the scene during the 1976 Open as a 19-year-old, the world of golf knew they were witnessing the emergence of a new star. B...
Oct 15, 2021•55 min
The Open Podcasts is back! Golf's greatest stories continue to be told right here, with 10 more weeks of the finest documentaries in sport! Every week we'll be telling the most fascinating stories from golf's original major with commentary, drama and plenty of familiar voices. Expect more big names from the world of golf, and even new series of documentaries throughout the season as well as your favourite Tales of The Open and The Story Of episodes! Subscribe now to The Open Podcasts for free to...
Oct 11, 2021•59 sec
The Open Podcasts are back, with episodes brought to you from the grounds of Royal St George's for The 149th Open. On Sunday evening, Di Dougherty was joined by Matt Adams and Paul Eales to talk about a sensational Open and the Champion Golfer of the Year, Collin Morikawa. The trio discuss Morikawa's imperious display in his debut Open appearance, and the ability he showed to close out a major championship. They also discuss Morikawa's ceiling, Spieth's resurgence and another near miss for Louis...
Jul 18, 2021•42 min
The Open Podcasts are back, with episodes brought to you from the grounds of Royal St George's for The 149th Open. On Sunday morning, Di Dougherty was joined by Marcus Buckland and Rhys Davies on the practice ground to have a quick discussion of the day ahead and preview the final round. The trio discuss the hot conditions, Louis Oosthuizen's bid to create all sorts of history, Collin Morikawa's chances and the possibility of a player coming from behind to take the title, including Jordan Spieth...
Jul 18, 2021•21 min
The Open Podcasts are back, with episodes brought to you from the grounds of Royal St George's for The 149th Open. Today Di Dougherty, Mike McEwan and Harry Ewing provide coverage from round three The 149th Open, with help from Inci Mehmet out on the course. Sitting at the iconic Starter's Hut at Royal St George's, the trio watch on as the leading groups play the 18th hole, and discuss who of the leading players will come out on top tomorrow. The fourth and final round begins early on Sunday 18t...
Jul 17, 2021•38 min
The Open Podcasts are back, with episodes brought to you from the grounds of Royal St George's for The 149th Open. Today Di Dougherty, Andrew Cotter and Rob Lee look back on Round Two of The 149th Open, with help from Inci Mehmet out on the course. Sitting at the iconic Starter's Hut at Royal St George's, the trio discuss Collin Morikawa's sensational early round, Louis Oosthuizen's brilliance before taking the Championship lead, Jordan Spieth's grind, some incredible scores and a record-breakin...
Jul 16, 2021•35 min
The Open Podcasts are back, with episodes brought to you from the grounds of Royal St George's for The 149th Open. Today Di Dougherty and Matt Adams look back on Round One of The 149th Open, with help from Inci Mehmet out on the course. Sitting at the iconic Starter's Hut at Royal St George's, where Justin Rose played a shot today, our duo discuss Louis Oosthuizen's brilliance, Jordan Spieth's winning ways, some fabulous morning golf and who will get the best half of the draw. The second round b...
Jul 15, 2021•39 min
The Open Podcasts are back, with episodes brought to you from the grounds of Royal St George's for The 149th Open. The first of five daily episodes, host Di Dougherty brings you the updates from all the top stories at The Open Championship, joined today for a preview show by Iain Carter and Rob Lee. Standing by the 18th green, our trio discuss The Open's return, the course and all of the top players and stories ahead of the Championship, in this preview show of The 149th Open. The first rounds b...
Jul 14, 2021•59 min
Enjoy this re-published episode from Season 3 of The Open Podcasts, ahead of The 149th Open at Royal St George's! The Open Podcasts is back with The Story of 2019, an Original Documentary episode focusing on the momentous occasion that was The 148th Open Championship at Royal Portrush. Narrated by actor and Portrush member James Nesbitt, experience the remarkable return of The Open to Northern Ireland all over again. With contributions from the Champion Golfer of the Year in Shane Lowry and runn...
Jul 13, 2021•54 min
Live from The 149th Open, The Open Podcasts will be bringing you daily episodes from Wednesday to Sunday, with a focus on all the action as The Open returns to Royal St George's. Hosted by Di Dougherty and featuring plenty of special guests, The Open Podcasts will be here for your throughout the Championship for all your podcasting needs! Subscribe now, and stay tuned for an incredible week at golf's original major.
Jul 12, 2021•22 sec•Season 4Ep. 11
In the final episode of Season 3 of The Open Podcasts, we relive one of the most dramatic golfing weeks in Open Championship history, with The Story of 2002. The 131st Open at Muirfield had everything. From anticipation of a third straight major for Tiger Woods, to a biblical storm putting an end to those chances. From a birdie fest in the final round to the first and only ever four-way playoff at The Open. From near disaster for Ernie Els, to elation as he finally claimed the Claret Jug. With n...
May 25, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 10
