Francesco Molinari has revealed he had to overcome a back injury to produce his record-breaking Ryder Cup heroics. The back problem left him unable to tie his shoes the day after.

The Englishman, playing during the first round at the British Masters - which is being hosted by Ryder Cup hero Justin Rose - enjoyed a moment he won't ever forget by sinking a hole-in-one.

Tommy Fleetwood blamed a 'nightmare' day on the greens after seeing his chances of victory blown off course on day two of the British Masters.

DEREK LAWRENSON AT WALTON HEATH: It's hard to believe there is a real danger the British Masters taking place at Walton Heath will be the last. So much for a post Ryder Cup lift.

Willett carded five birdies and two bogeys in an opening 69 at Nine Bridges on Jeju Island in South Korea, with the USA's Chez Reavie setting the pace on four under thanks to five birdies.

Teeing it up for the first time since the Ryder Cup, Reed showed no signs of rust and made four birdies to turn in 32 before gains on the first three holes ensured he steered clear of the chasing pack.

DEREK LAWRENSON: Here in the tourist capital of America they're fond of telling you it's the place where dreams come true. For Frankie Molinari, it has proved the place where the dream goes on.

Thomas Pieters will take a one-shot lead into the weekend at the Maybank Championship as he bids to end his two-and-a-half-year wait for a regular European Tour title.

DEREK LAWRENSON - WORLD OF GOLF: Like the start of the cricket season, the moment the European Tour touches down in Britain is usually the cue for the sun to disappear.

Brooks Koepka finished the opening round of the USPGA with a staggering round of 63 to finish -7 and give him the outright lead. The American posted seven birdies and no bogies.

Brooks Koepka made a mockery of Bethpage Black's fearsome reputation in the first round, but there is still all to play for with three rounds to go. Follow all the action right here.

They say there's no such thing as the perfect golfer but over three rounds of complete domination at the USPGA Championship, Brooks Koepka has given a pretty good impression.

Brooks Koepka won the 101st USPGA Championship on Sunday to join the legends of the game with his successful defence of the Wanamaker Trophy.

DEREK LAWRENSON - WORLD OF GOLF: Three months ago, Chris Wood was feeling so addled by golf he walked off a course mid-round for the first time in his life and out of the Morocco Open.

One day after ridiculing the idea that odds of 100-1 represented any sort of value on him winning the Irish Open, Padraig Harrington opened with a marvellous 63 for a one-stroke lead.

On a perfect day for scoring, Donaldson took full advantage with a fine 64 on Thursday to lie just one shot off the first-round lead held by American Matt Kuchar and three continentals.

Tommy Fleetwood is determined to keep a sense of perspective as he looks to end the major season on a high at the Open Championship at Royal Portrush.

DEREK LAWRENSON AT ROYAL PORTRUSH: Less than two hours after setting foot in Northern Ireland for the first time, Tiger Woods had checked into his rental home, and was on the first tee.

INTERVIEW: After a few years of the weird and wonderful, you won't be too surprised to learn that the Claret Jug has been on a rather more sedate journey in the safe hands of Francesco Molinari.

IAN LADYMAN AT PORTRUSH: Outgoing champion Francesco Molinari admitted he hadn't particularly enjoyed the experience of defending his title this week.

One of the Duke's flunkies last week contacted the exclusive Real Club Valderrama in Sotogrande, one of the best-known golf clubs in Europe, to make arrangements.

American Danielle Kang has stirred the pot nicely with some provocative remarks about wanting to 'crush' the Europeans and make the home supporters cry at Gleneagles.

DEREK LAWRENSON AT GLENAGLES: They used to say that the Solheim Cup was like the 'Ryder Cup with lipstick.' These days, 'with stilettos' might be a better fit.

Golfer appeared at Isleworth Crown Court to deny sexual touching and assault after police arrested him at Heathrow Airport. He attended court with a woman who is believed to be his partner.

Vogue Williams was feeling nostalgic on Sunday, after she and husband Spencer Matthews revealed they are expecting a second child.

Pregnant Millie Mackintosh has penned an emotional Instagram post revealing her anxiety about being pregnant and giving birth amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Taking to Instagram on Wednesday morning, the Made In Chelsea star, 30, shared a video tour of her stylish abode, complete with chic white decor and a wildlife themed nursery

The Made In Chelsea star has shared a heartbreaking tribute to his late mum who passed away last April following a 'brief battle' with brain cancer.

Millie Mackintosh has revealed she feels 'proud' of her body and accepts that it will never 'quite be the same' as she prepares to welcome her first child.

The Made In Chelsea star, 29, took to Instagram to share snaps and a clip of her fitness regime with her personal trainer beau, 29.

The former Made In Chelsea star, 30, took to Instagram on Thursday to post the clip as she admitted that she has been 'in a bit of a weird mood the last few days' amid the UK coronavirus lockdown.

The former Made In Chelsea star, 30, who is 33 weeks pregnant with a baby girl, showed off her bump on Instagram Stories as she shared a glimpse of the supplies for her hospital bag.

Made In Chelsea star Heloise Agostinelli has revealed she has been diagnosed with the coronavirus.

The media personality, 32, has showcased the fruits of their labour in a series of photos of her vibrant London flat, purchased in August 2018.

Binky Felstead shared a sweet video of daughter India and boyfriend Max Fredrik Darnton doing yoga together on Instagram on Friday.

Ashley James tried her hand at acting in a hilarious video to mark her 33rd birthday on Thursday.

Georgia, also known as Toff, also explained her sadness at not being able to grieve with her family amid the coronavorus lockdown, writing: 'There's too much sadness at the moment.'

She is nearing the end of her pregnancy with her first child and has been keeping fans updated on Instagram. 

Pregnant Millie Mackintosh has admitted to feeling 'bored' as she self-isolates during the coronavirus pandemic. 

Tiffany Watson is the latest former-Made In Chelsea star to make a comeback to the show.

The former Made In Chelsea star, 30, displayed her growing bump in a pretty pink frilled bikini as she enjoyed the sunshine in her garden during the coronavirus lockdown.

The former Made In Chelsea star, 30, donned a black cardigan knotted at the cleavage to expose her bump as she bumped and grinded for the camera

After answering fans' questions, she revealed her daughter was fine while her husband Scott Sullivan tested negative - meaning he has natural immunity

Ahead of the arrival of her first child with husband Hugo Taylor, 33, the former Made In Chelsea star, 30, threw open the doors to her London home

The former Made In Chelsea star, 25, looked summery as she soaked up the spring sunshine in a white cropped crochet cardigan.

The former Made In Chelsea star, 30, took to Instagram on Saturday to share a bump update as she posed for a mirror selfie in a pink gingham bikini.

The Made In Chelsea alum , 30, shared an adorable family photo on Sunday while celebrating Easter in isolation

The Made In Chelsea star shared a collection of photos to her Instagram wearing a sequined gold mini dress that featured long sleeves and a chunky black satin buckle around her neck.

The heavily pregnant former Made In Chelsea star, 30, is expecting her first child, a daughter, with husband Hugo Taylor in May

The reality star was left in stitches after her fiancé Ryan Libbey dressed up in an Easter Bunny costume and later shared a clip of her doing the bunny hop on Instagram on Monday.