The Story of 1977 - Original Documentary | The Open Podcasts Podcast

The Story of 2009 - Original Documentary: The Open Podcasts are back with the first of 10 new golf documentaries, telling some of the greatest stories in golf and in sports. This week is The Story of 2009, an Original Documentary episode focusing on Stewart Cink, Tom Watson and the incredibly exciting and dramatic events of The 138th Open Championship at Turnberry. Told through the perspectives of Cink, Watson, Jack Nicklaus, Lee Westwood, Ross Fisher and many others, alongside narration from presenter of BBC golf Hazel Irvine, The Story of 2009 will take you on a journey through all of the twists, turns and drama from one of the greatest Opens in history. This episode has been a co-production from The R&A and IMG. by The Open Podcasts

55 min listen

Justin Leonard - Tales of The Open: Telling some of the greatest stories in golf and in sports with ten new Original Documentaries. This week on The Open Podcasts is the story of the Champion Golfer of 1997, and one of the finest players of Open Championships in the past 30 years, Justin Leonard. Leonard knows what it is like to win The Open, and to lose The Open, and in this edition of Tales of The Open, the American shares those stories in dramatic fashion. A man who has achieved so much in the game, Leonard delivered some incredible shots at Royal Troon in 1997, as well as some touching words, that cemented his place in history. He very nearly won the Claret Jug again for good measure, just two years later in 1999. Narrator Shane O'Donoghue takes us back to the late 1990s, as through colour commentary, narration and Leonard's own insight, we relive the career of a remarkable player in this Original Documentary from The Open. by The Open Podcasts

61 min listen

Lee Westwood - Tales of The Open: Telling some of the greatest stories in golf and in sports with ten new Original Documentaries. This week on The Open Podcasts is the story of Lee Westwood. One of the most consistent players over the last quarter of a century, former world number one Lee Westwood has played in the last 25 Open Championships. On more than one occasion, he has come ever so close to lifting the Claret Jug. Through colour commentary, narration from Shane O'Donoghue and Westwood's own insight and stories, we relive the wonderful career of one Britain's finest, in this Original Documentary from The Open. by The Open Podcasts

57 min listen

Peter Alliss - A Celebration: With words from Jim Nantz, Andrew Cotter, Hazel Irvine and Ewen Murray, we celebrate the life of the great Peter Alliss in this special bonus episode. Sadly passing away in December 2020 at the age of 89, Alliss transcended generations as a player, commentator, and with his incredible character. One of The Open's most recognisable figures, and one of golf's greatest characters, Alliss' humour, wit and unique style was loved and cherished by millions the world over. In memory of the one and only Peter Alliss. by The Open Podcasts

44 min listen

Season 3 Trailer: Ready for Season 3 of The Open Podcasts? Golf's greatest stories continue, with 10 sporting documentaries coming over the next 10 weeks! Featuring the likes of the late, great Seve Ballesteros, and stars such as Colin Montgomerie, Greg Norman, Shane Lowry, Lee Westwood, Ernie Els, Henrik Stenson and Adam Scott, The Open Podcasts is back! Every week we'll be telling the greatest stories from golf's original major with commentary, drama and plenty of familiar voices. Subscribe now to The Open Podcasts for free to never miss an episode. by The Open Podcasts

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Bill Rogers - Tales of The Open: Telling some of the greatest stories in golf and in sports with ten new Original Documentaries. This week on The Open Podcasts is the story of 1981 Champion Golfer Bill Rogers, in the fourth edition of Tales of The Open. A proud Open Champion who took home the Claret Jug at Royal St George's during an iconic season in 1981, Bill Rogers' story and the friendships he made in professional golf are both unique and inspiring to this day. Narrator Shane O'Donoghue takes us back to Rogers' Open Championship triumph, as we hear from the 1981 Champion Golfer of The Year as to why The Open is so special to him in this Original Documentary from The Open. by The Open Podcasts

50 min listen

Gary Evans - Tales of The Open: Telling some of the greatest stories in golf and in sports with ten new Original Documentaries. This week on The Open Podcasts is the remarkable story of Gary Evans, in the first edition of Tales of The Open. A player with immense talent, Evans never won a professional tournament on the European Tour. Despite this, he is responsible for one of golf's greatest rollercoaster rides, and one of the most incredible rounds in the history of major championship golf. Told through Evans’ perspective, narrator Shane O'Donoghue takes us on a journey through the Englishman's dramatic career in The Open, and how Evans came so close to producing an all-time triumph at The 131st Open Championship at Muirfield. by The Open Podcasts

59 min listen

Watson, Harrington, Soly, Carter - The Open For The Ages Round Table: On this very special, not to be missed bonus episode of The Open Podcasts, Tom Watson, Padraig Harrington, Iain Carter and Soly of No Laying Up got together for an informal chat about St Andrews and The Open For The Ages. To celebrate The Open For The Ages this week, with the final round broadcast going live on Sunday 19th July at 11am BST, the panel spoke about all the incredible players and Championships both Padraig and Tom have been a part of, as well as detailed conversation about The Old Course, the beauty of links golf and the concept of The Open For The Ages, including who each member of the panel thinks will win! If you enjoyed this special episode, subscribe to The Open Podcasts for plenty more podcast content, and tune in to see The Open For The Ages on Sunday 19th July at 11am BST. by The Open Podcasts

63 min listen

Season 2 Trailer: The Open Podcasts are back, telling golf's greatest stories with 10 documentary episodes over the next 10 weeks! From Jack Nicklaus to Tom Watson, Lee Westwood to Lee Trevino, Padraig Harrington to Paul Lawrie and Chris Wood to Michael Campbell, every week we'll be telling the greatest stories from golf's original major with commentary, drama and plenty of familiar voices. Ten sports documentaries over the next 10 weeks. Subscribe now to The Open Podcasts for free, to never miss an episode. by The Open Podcasts

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The Story of 1977 - Original Documentary: The Open has had many great moments, great contests and great battles, but arguably the finest of all, and one of the finest duels in golf and in sport, came in 1977. This week on The Open Podcasts is The Story of 1977, an Original Documentary episode focusing on Tom Watson and Jack Nicklaus' Duel in The Sun in The 106th Open Championship at Turnberry. Told through the perspectives of Watson and Nicklaus, relive The Duel in The Sun and the drama that came with it in this special documentary. Narrated by Erik Anders Lang, and with the thoughts of Jim Nantz and Sir Michael Bonallack among many others, The Story of 1977 brings back to life one of the greatest Opens in history, 43 years on. This episode has been a co-production from The R&A and IMG. by The Open Podcasts

47 min listen

The Story of 2007 - Original Documentary: This week on The Open Podcasts is The Story of 2007, an Original Documentary episode focusing on Padraig Harrington, Sergio Garcia and the dramatic finish of The 136th Open Championship at Carnoustie. Told through the perspectives of Harrington and Garcia, as well as journalists, caddies, commentators and many others, The Story of 2007 will cover all the ups, downs, thrills and spills from one of the most memorable tussles in Open Championship history. This episode has been a co-production from The R&A and IMG. by The Open Podcasts

42 min listen

The Story of 1984 - Original Documentary: Ten years on from Seve Ballesteros' passing, we celebrate the happiest moment in the great Spaniard's sporting life, with The Story of 1984. Seve's incredible victory at St Andrews in The 113th Open, beating five-time Open Champion Tom Watson over the final two holes, became the stuff of legend, and helped immortalise Ballesteros as one of the greatest Open Champions, and one of the most beloved golfers in history. With contributions from Seve himself, speaking in 2005, alongside Tom Watson, Bernhard Langer, Ian Baker-Finch and narrator Sam Torrance, relive The Story of 1984 in this Original Documentary from The Open. This episode has been a co-production from The R&A and IMG. by The Open Podcasts

46 min listen

Sir Nick Faldo, Ewen Murray - The Open For The Ages Round Table: On the second of two special bonus episodes of The Open Podcasts, Sir Nick Faldo, Ewen Murray and Iona Stephen got together for an informal chat about St Andrews and The Open For The Ages. To celebrate The Open For The Ages this week, with the final round broadcast going live on Sunday 19th July at 11am BST, the panel spoke about all the incredible players and Championships at St Andrews they have been a part of, as well as detailed conversation about The Old Course, the beauty of links golf and the concept of The Open For The Ages, which Ewen and Iona commentate on and Sir Nick contends for! If you enjoyed this special episode, subscribe to The Open Podcasts for plenty more podcast content, and tune in to see The Open For The Ages on Sunday 19th July at 11am BST. by The Open Podcasts

44 min listen

Chris Wood - Tales of The Open: Telling some of the greatest stories in golf and in sports with ten new Original Documentaries. This week on The Open Podcasts is the story of Chris Wood, in the latest episode of Tales of The Open. In 2008 and 2009, Chris Wood took the golfing world by storm, going from an unheralded amateur to competing for golf's original major twice before the age of 22. Having played in the Ryder Cup since, Wood has never held the Claret Jug, as the first time he does he wants to be able to keep it for a year. Narrator Shane O'Donoghue guides us through the 137th and 138th Opens, as the inspiring sporting story of Chris Wood's rapid rise came so close to ending in Open Championship glory. by The Open Podcasts

45 min listen

Lee Trevino - Tales of The Open: Telling some of the greatest stories in golf and in sports with ten new Original Documentaries. This week on The Open Podcasts is the story of two-time Champion Golfer, and one of the most popular players in golfing history, Lee Trevino. The Merry Mex, as he became known, is one of golf's greatest talents. From a remarkable upbringing to six major championship titles, it is perhaps Trevino's unique personality and character, as well as his exceptional talent, that endeared him to the golfing world. Narrator Shane O'Donoghue takes us back to Trevino's two Open Championship victories, as we hear from the charismatic Trevino as to why The Open is so special to him in this Original Documentary from The Open. by The Open Podcasts

50 min listen

Michael Campbell - Tales of The Open: Telling some of the greatest stories in golf and in sports with ten new Original Documentaries. This week on The Open Podcasts is the inspiring story of Michael Campbell, in the second episode of Tales of The Open. An amazing character who has blazed a trail for New Zealand and for the Maori community, Michael Campbell came so close to winning an Open Championship, and cultivated a wonderful relationship with the home of golf in St Andrews. Narrator Shane O'Donoghue takes us on a journey through Campbell's remarkable run at The 124th Open at St Andrews, and how a series of astonishing events from that day led to an incredible feat 10 years later. by The Open Podcasts

53 min listen

David Duval - Tales of The Open: Telling some of the greatest stories in golf and in sports with ten new Original Documentaries. This week on The Open Podcasts is the story of David Duval, one of the most dominant figures in modern professional golf, even if just for a handful of years. A world number one during Tiger Woods' dominance at the turn of the millennium, Duval won 11 PGA Tour events in 18 months, and 20 events around the world, before suffering innumerable injuries that ended his competitiveness at 30-years-old. However, a truly brilliant player in his day, Duval was able to capture a very special Championship indeed during his window of success, winning the Claret Jug at The 130th Open at Royal Lytham & St Annes. Through colour commentary, narration from Shane O'Donoghue and Duval's own insight and friendly candour, we relive the career of one of golf's good guys, in this Original Documentary from The Open. by The Open Podcasts

61 min listen

Who will win The Open? - The 149th Open Preview: The Open Podcasts are back, with episodes brought to you from the grounds of Royal St George's for The 149th Open. The first of five daily episodes, host Di Dougherty brings you the updates from all the top stories at The Open Championship, joined today for a preview show by Iain Carter and Rob Lee. Standing by the 18th green, our trio discuss The Open's return, the course and all of the top players and stories ahead of the Championship, in this preview show of The 149th Open. The first rounds begins on Thursday 15th July at 6:35am. Tune in tomorrow for our Round one review. by The Open Podcasts

59 min listen

Steve Elkington - Tales of The Open: Golf's greatest stories continue on The Open Podcasts, as this week we look at the career of Steve Elkington, one of the finest Australian players in the last 30 years. A major champion at the 1995 US PGA, the man affectionately known as 'Elk' has often played well in The Open, and has some wonderful stories to tell. From a very helpful harbour master, to a play-off filled two weeks at Muirfield in 2002, Elkington has had a fine career in golf, one that so nearly included a Claret Jug. With colour commentary and narration from Shane O'Donoghue, enjoy Steve Elkington's story in this Original Documentary from The Open. by The Open Podcasts

55 min listen

Greg Norman - Tales of The Open: One of the finest golfers of the 1980s and 1990s, Greg Norman could reach levels of golf that few others have ever matched. And although Norman suffered many heart-breaking defeats throughout his career, his two Open Championship victories in 1986 and 1993 showcased just how dominant, and how brilliant, the Australian could be in the game of golf. Narrated by Shane O'Donoghue and with input from Norman himself, enjoy this feature-length Original Documentary from The Open. by The Open Podcasts

70 min listen

The Story of 2019 - Original Documentary: The Open Podcasts is back with The Story of 2019, an Original Documentary episode focusing on the momentous occasion that was The 148th Open Championship at Royal Portrush. Narrated by actor and Portrush member James Nesbitt, experience the remarkable return of The Open to Northern Ireland all over again. With contributions from the Champion Golfer of the Year in Shane Lowry and runner-up Tommy Fleetwood, as well as a selection of the greatest Irish golfers of modern times in Rory McIlroy, Padraig Harrington, Graeme McDowell and Darren Clarke, this Original Documentary is not to be missed. A fairy tale filled with joy, celebration, drama, and one incredible champion. Listen to The Story of 2019, from The Open Podcasts, today. This episode has been a co-production from The R&A and IMG. by The Open Podcasts

54 min listen

The Story of 2016 - Original Documentary: After re-living The Duel in The Sun in The Story of 1977, this week on The Open Podcasts is The Story of 2016, a duel between Henrik Stenson and Phil Mickelson that was arguably just as good, if not better, than that of Nicklaus and Watson. This Original Documentary episode, narrated by Jenni Falconer, features contributions from the Champion Stenson and his sister and father, the runner-up Mickelson and Andrew 'Beef' Johnston. With record breaking figures and a truly awe-inspiring battle, Stenson and Mickelson will forever be associated with one other, thanks to the magic of The 145th Open at Royal Troon. This episode has been a co-production from The R&A and IMG. by The Open Podcasts

57 min listen

The Story of 1999 - Original Documentary: In the final episode of Season 2 on The Open Podcasts, we relive one of the most dramatic sporting events in history, and an unforgettable Open Championship. This week is The Story of 1999, an Original Documentary episode from The Open focusing on The 128th Open Championship at the turn of the century, won by Scottish hero Paul Lawrie at Carnoustie. The story is told through the perspectives of the major characters of the drama, including Lawrie, Justin Leonard and Jean van de Velde, the man who looked sure to claim the Claret Jug. Narrator Steve Rider takes us back to 1999, as Paul Lawrie's incredible golf on Sunday and a nightmare 18th hole for van de Velde help rank The 128th Open as one of the most shocking, difficult and brilliant Championships ever held. This episode has been a co-production from The R&A and IMG. by The Open Podcasts

54 min listen

Revisited - The Story of 2019: Enjoy this re-published episode from Season 3 of The Open Podcasts, ahead of The 149th Open at Royal St George's! The Open Podcasts is back with The Story of 2019, an Original Documentary episode focusing on the momentous occasion that was The 148th Open Championship at Royal Portrush. Narrated by actor and Portrush member James Nesbitt, experience the remarkable return of The Open to Northern Ireland all over again. With contributions from the Champion Golfer of the Year in Shane Lowry and runner-up Tommy Fleetwood, as well as a selection of the greatest Irish golfers of modern times in Rory McIlroy, Padraig Harrington, Graeme McDowell and Darren Clarke, this Original Documentary is not to be missed. A fairy tale filled with joy, celebration, drama, and one incredible champion. Listen to The Story of 2019, from The Open Podcasts, today. This episode has been a co-production from The R&A and IMG. by The Open Podcasts

54 min listen

The Story of 1998 - Original Documentary: Let special guest narrator Tommy Fleetwood take you back to The 127th Open at Royal Birkdale, for The Story of 1998. The Open in 1998 had everything, from bad weather to the emergence of young stars, from great shots to fairy-tale moments, and capped off with a play-off and a great Champion. With contributions from the main actors in such a wonderful drama, including Mark O'Meara, Brian Watts, Justin Rose and Tiger Woods, sit back and immerse yourself in this Original Audio Documentary from The Open. This episode has been a co-production from The R&A and IMG. Be sure to subscribe to The Open Podcasts for free on your preferred podcast platform to never miss an episode. by The Open Podcasts

52 min listen

Season 4 Trailer: The Open Podcasts is back! Golf's greatest stories continue to be told right here, with 10 more weeks of the finest documentaries in sport. Every week we'll be telling the most fascinating stories from golf's original major with commentary, drama and plenty of familiar voices. Expect more big names from the world of golf, and even new series of documentaries throughout the season as well as your favourite Tales of The Open and The Story Of episodes! Subscribe now to The Open Podcasts for free to never miss an episode. by The Open Podcasts

1 min listen

Louis and Jordan on form - The 149th Open Round One: The Open Podcasts are back, with episodes brought to you from the grounds of Royal St George's for The 149th Open. Today Di Dougherty and Matt Adams look back on Round One of The 149th Open, with help from Inci Mehmet out on the course. Sitting at the iconic Starter's Hut at Royal St George's, where Justin Rose played a shot today, our duo discuss Louis Oosthuizen's brilliance, Jordan Spieth's winning ways, some fabulous morning golf and who will get the best half of the draw. The second round begins on Friday 15th July at 6:35am, with Oosthuizen the sole leader in the Championship. Tune in tomorrow for our Round Two review. by The Open Podcasts

39 min listen

Steven Bottomley - Tales of The Open: Ranked 862nd in the world ahead of The 124th Open at St Andrews in 1995, Steven Bottomley produced an incredible performance, as told in this Original Documentary from Season 3 of The Open Podcasts. With 10 missed cuts in his last 13 starts, nobody would have expected Bottomley, a player who attended European Tour Qualifying School eight times in his career, to qualify for The Open, let alone make the cut. What he did after that however, was even more remarkable. With an honest retelling from Bottomley, and narration from Shane O'Donoghue, relive a wonderful underdog story from golf's original major. by The Open Podcasts

49 min listen

Seve's Open Wins - Artist, Fighter, Legend: Ahead of Season 4 of The Open Podcasts, we hope you enjoy this bonus episode, utilising archive footage from the 1979, 1984 and 1988 Opens. To celebrate Seve Ballesteros' career, and the launch of the new film SEVE - Artist, Fighter, Legend on Rakuten TV, let us take you back to experience each of the great man’s triumphs in The Open Championship. When Seve first burst onto the scene during the 1976 Open as a 19-year-old, the world of golf knew they were witnessing the emergence of a new star. But who could have predicted the joy that the magical Spaniard would bring to millions around the world, in the years to come. Enjoy Seve's marvellous victories in 1979, 1984 and 1988 here, in this flashback bonus episode. by The Open Podcasts

55 min listen

The Story of 2021 - Original Documentary: The Open Podcasts is back! Season 4 of the show begins with the rundown of the most recent and much awaited Open Championship, with The Story of 2021. The Story of 2021 will delve into the action from Royal St George's this past year for The 149th Open, featuring interviews with the likes of Jon Rahm, Louis Oosthuizen, Jordan Spieth, Marcel Siem and the eventual Champion Golfer of the Year, Collin Morikawa. With narration from DJ Spoony, enjoy the wonderful sound of fans and golf again at The Open Championship, with an event that was well and truly worth the wait... This episode has been a co-production from The R&A and IMG. Be sure to subscribe to The Open Podcasts for free on your preferred podcast platform to never miss an episode. by The Open Podcasts

48 min listen

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