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OPEN FEVER GRIPS MERSEYSIDE
(17/07/2008)
Merseyside golfers will play an average of 120 rounds of golf this year, a 20 per cent increase on 2007 thanks to Open fever sweeping the region.
Matthew Allen-Chilman, head of golf at Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa, commented: “We’ve experienced unprecedented demand for the golf course since mid-January. It’s been from all levels of player, from amateurs to semi-professionals, but the biggest interest by far has been from the city’s professionals.
“The Open is a key networking event for many and we’ve bulk-sold several weeks of PGA academy training and have even been asked to send some of our pros to peoples’ homes for more discreet personal training.”
He added: “The region’s professionals are obviously keen to capitalise on and enjoy the event, while showcasing their golfing talent. A bit of last minute coaching is definitely the answer.”
