Royal Troon to admit female members
Following a special meeting held on Friday, Royal Troon voted overwhelmingly in favour to allow women to join the club as members.
While the exact numbers are not available, reports revealed that over three quarters of those that voted supported the decision.
"We have said a number of times recently that it is important for golf clubs to reflect the society in which we exist and the modern world that looks to us," said Martin Cheyne, the captain at Royal Troon.
"It is the right decision for the club today and for generations of golfers that will follow.
"We can now all be focused on golf and showcasing this wonderful club and golf course to the huge global audience that this most prestigious championship commands."
The vote comes after Muirfield revealed their member vote in May did not allow the admission of women as members. In the aftermath, the Royal & Ancient revoked the club’s right to host any further Open Championships.
Royal Troon is hosting the Open later this month and the vote comes as a relief to the R&A.
"Our focus today is very much on The 145th Open in just under two week's time, but we can now look forward to many more great championships at Royal Troon in years to come,” read a statement.
Latest
-
NewsTiger Woods and Phil Mickelson confirmed for US PGA Championship
Woods last appeared at the Masters while Mickelson has not played since February.
-
European TourThorbjorn Olesen savours ‘special’ British Masters win after ‘some tough years’
The Dane was at a loss for words after securing his first win since 2018.
-
European TourThorbjorn Olesen in command at British Masters but braced for final-day nerves
The Dane holds a three-shot lead on 11 under par.
-
European TourDanny Willett likes idea of presenting British Masters trophy to himself
The tournament host is three shots off the lead at the halfway stage.
-
NewsJustin Rose drives to make golf accessible to all
The Olympic gold medallist is dreaming of getting the sport on the national curriculum.
-
PGA TourI can’t wait to leave this tour – Sergio Garcia set to join Saudi golf circuit
The Spaniard lost his cool.
-
PGA TourRory McIlroy ‘pretty happy’ after eventful start to Wells Fargo title defence
The Northern Irishman finished the opening round with a three-under-par 67, two shots off the club house lead.
-
European TourI want to win again: Thorbjorn Olesen claims share of lead at British Masters
Olesen carded six birdies and no bogeys in a superb 66 to top the leaderboard alongside New Zealand’s Ryan Fox.
-
NewsJustin Rose has no plans to play Saudi-backed event as he targets career goals
Lee Westwood, Richard Bland and Phil Mickelson are among the players who are looking to compete in next months 25million US dollar event.
-
European TourThorbjorn Olesen sets early clubhouse target at British Masters
Olesen carded six birdies and no bogeys in a superb 66 at The Belfry.