With the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush teeing off this week, Linked by Golf brings you a timely and revealing conversation with Oliver Wilson — Ryder Cup player, European Tour winner, and one of golf’s most thoughtful voices.

Ross McGuire sits down with Oli to explore the real grind of professional golf and the deeper mindset behind performance at the highest level:

🔹 An unforgettable Augusta National bunker story
🔹 Life on the Challenge Tour — and why it’s not all sunshine and leaderboard glory
🔹 Who might shine at Portrush — from Tyrrell Hatton to Ludvig Åberg
🔹 Reflections on the Open's unique test and how the right spark can change everything plus we discuss Ollie's role with Radio 5 Live alongside Iain Carter
🔹 Honest talk about motivation, burnout, and what keeps the dream alive

This episode drops right as the world tunes in to Royal Portrush — where Xander Schauffele defends his 2024 title, and stars like Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Tommy Fleetwood, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Bob MacIntyre look to etch their name into history.

Whether you're a links golf junkie or following The Open from home, this episode offers a unique lens into the life and mind of a top-tier player still chasing his next big moment.

🔗 Links & Mentions:

• The Open Championship 2025 – Official Site

• Oliver Wilson – Ryder Cup Profile

• Sponsored by Lomond Golf Tours & Crun Golf

  With special thanks to TRUELinkswear.uk and Oli Wilson

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In this episode, Ross sits down with Zander Culverwell—PGA professional and former winner of the Scottish Amateur and Lothians Amateur Championships—as he prepares for the 2025 Genesis Scottish Open.

They dive into:

• Life inside Renaissance and preparing a venue for a world-class field

• What it takes to compete at the elite amateur and professional levels

• Zander’s coaching philosophy and mentoring the next generation

• The evolving landscape of competitive golf in Scotland

  
  

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In this episode of Linked by Golf, Ross McGuire is joined by David Inglis, head coach of the Northwestern University men's golf team and a key figure in the development of elite amateur talent in the U.S.

Matt Fitzpatrick and Luke Donald both started their professional journey at Northwestern.

From his journey through college and professional golf to mentoring some of the top players in the amateur and college ranks, David shares insights on coaching philosophy, recruiting at the highest level, and the mental side of player development.

⛳ Topics include:

• His path from Scotland to collegiate coaching

• Building a winning team culture at Northwestern

• What top college coaches look for in recruits

• How to prepare players for life beyond college golf

  
  

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