A giant leap for Speedgolf!

DP World and Luke Willett Team Up to Set New Guinness World Record for ‘Fastest 9-Hole Round of Golf’

Luke’s record-breaking performance took place on the Fire Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai, in the run-up to the DP World Tour Championship that gets underway on Thursday. Using just a 3 wood, 6 iron and pitching wedge, in an astounding display of athleticism his official record-breaking achievement was 20 minutes and 12 seconds! What makes this extraordinary in speedgolf terms is that the challenge was made vastly more difficult at the hottest part of the day in sweltering, energy-sapping 34-degree Dubai heat!

We are thrilled that our reigning 2023 British Open Speedgolf Champion continues to push the boundaries in our sport and has added a Guinness World Record to his already impressive portfolio of achievements.

DP World thrive on efficiency and excellence, and Luke’s record-breaking speedgolf performance perfectly aligns with their ethos. Congratulations to Luke and all the team at DP World who made this possible.

2023 British Open Speedgolf Championships

The 2023 British Open Speedgolf Championships at the splendid Sunningdale Heath Golf Club, near Ascot was won by PGA Pro Luke Willett. He won the championship in style shooting just 25 minutes, 39 seconds . The Women’s title went to Lauren Cupp, her first outing at the British Championships and she has certainly set a new pace! She shot 68 in 40 minutes and 5 seconds!  See below all our 2023 Champions, there are so many inspiring stories coming out of this years event, so much more to share! In the meantime see the full results 

What is Speedgolf?

Golf Re-Imagined! Speedgolf is a unique and challenging sport that combines the elements of running and golf. It involves completing a golf course in the lowest number of shots possible while also finishing the round as quickly as possible, while also trying to achieve a low score.

Players are allowed to run between shots and must carry a limited set of clubs, typically three or four, to keep the weight manageable while running. In Speedgolf, time is a significant factor, and players are often seen running across the course to make their shots quickly. The final score in speedgolf is a combination of the time taken to complete the course and the number of strokes taken to play the round. The winner is the player with the lowest combined score.

Skills required

To play speedgolf, players need to have a combination of physical fitness and golfing skills. They must be able to run or jog while carrying their golf clubs, which requires cardiovascular endurance and strength in the legs and upper body. In addition, they must possess the golfing skills required to hit the ball accurately and efficiently, as well as make strategic decisions on the course. Speedgolfers need to be able to quickly read and analyse the terrain, adjust their shots to varying conditions, and make quick decisions on which club to use. Finally, they must also have mental toughness and focus to maintain their performance at a high level throughout the entire round.

18 holes: PGA Speedgolfer on foot vs PGA Golfer in a buggy! Who will achieve the best Speedgolf Score which is the total Golf Shots plus time? Watch now

Must watch from The Open – thanks to The R&A for recognising Luke Willett – an extraordinary talent and such an inspiration for golf!

Check out our Video Vault to watch action from the last Speedgolf World Championships, the team from Golf Monthly trying Speedgolf, a World Speedgolf first as Scott Richardson becomes the 1st Amputee to compete in a championship, NBC’s Today Show piece from across the pond on Lauren Cupp plus and plenty more to inspire you!