GOLFING.

Hokitika Guardian, 15 May 1929, Page 5

GOLFING.

BRITISH TEAM FOR AMERICA. (United Press Association—By Electric Telegraph—Copyright). (Received this day at 12.25. p.m.) LONDON, May 14. The “Evening Standard’’ says possibly a number of British golfers will seek to avenge Muirfield by sending a small group to compete in the American open championship at Winged Foot, New York, in June. Compston originated tho idea and at least three other professionals are willing to g O -- Diegel enthusiastically welcomed the idea. He said:—“l will see they get a great reception. "Winged Foot should suit British demands for long drives and 'Seconds with brassies, spoons and irons. There is less on premium tliere in putting, than on a majority of American courses.” LONDON, May 14. Competing in the first qualifying round of the thousand guineas professional tournament' at Morrtown Leads, Hagen returned 69. a course record. He was bunkered at two holes out of five, Ibut had twos in two short holes. He returned in a strong wind and rain. THE CHAMPIONSHIPS! LONDON, May 14. Joyce Wetbered played surprisingly well despite a strong wind, doing 11 holes in 46. the last four in 3 4 4 3 widen gave her S—7. The victory over Mrs Madill (Irish International) by Miss Wilson splendidly 4 5 5 4, then she took" four from edge of flic green at the fifth and three putts at the sixth. At the seventh green. Miss Collett (who reached the turn in 41) also putted indifferently, but both won their matches comfortably.

Miss Lascelles (Australia) beat Miss Clark (Troon) 3—2. Miss jNankiiviiß (Australia) beat Miss Fowler (Ilarrowgate) at the nmelAmtli. Molly Gourlay (Amberley Heath) beat Miss Miltear (Australia) 7-6.