Duke’s wins Euro bid

The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa in St Andrews has announced it is to host the world’s leading amateur stroke-play championship, the International European Amateur Championships at The Duke’s, the resort’s award-winning heathland course, overlooking the home of golf in 2014. The tournament – in its 25th year – has been staged in countries across Europe including France, Germany, Sweden, Italy, Finland, Belgium, Portugal, Wales,
Switzerland, Spain, England, The Netherlands and Ireland.
David Scott, Manager at The Duke’s Golf Club is “absolutely thrilled” with the announcement saying: “The last time Scotland hosted the Championships was at Nairn in 2003, so we are delighted to see the event come back to Scotland.” It will take place from Monday 4th to Saturday 9th August 2014.