Peter Scrivener

Peter is the golf editor of the BBC Sport website and has covered the biggest tournaments in the world at a number of the game's great venues. In his career as a sports journalist, Peter has also covered Olympic Games and Football World Cups but golf is his real passion.
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The Open 2025: Portrush ready to welcome the world back

A large mural of Irish golfer Shane Lowry near the entrance to Royal Portrush golf club awaits the world ahead… Read More

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Is timeless Royal Portrush the greatest golf course in Northern Ireland?

*For more information on golf in Ireland visit Ireland.com/golfIt is one of golf’s enduring qualities that you can walk in… Read More

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Aroeira combines alluring golf with the magic of Lisbon’s city lights

Plans: everyone I speak to at Aroeira Golf has a plan. Plans to tinker with the two tree-lined 18 hole… Read More

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Hats off Buenaventura – Panama is now a serious golf destination

When my wife threw Panama into the ring for a potential family holiday, my mind raced through what I knew… Read More

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Costa Navarino: the best new golf destination in Europe?

As a golfing destination, Costa Navarino has it all: attractive accommodation, striking scenery, fabulous food and, as I’ve written elsewhere,… Read More

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Costa Navarino: Golf in the land of the Gods

Costa Navarino stretches out along the breathtaking Peloponnese peninsula, once the playground of Greek Gods and heroes. Myths and legends… Read More

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Why my round at The Old Course wasn’t love at first sight

I wanted to love the Old Course. I tried to love the Old Course. I failed to love the Old… Read More

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Centurion Club: LIV destination with one eye on the future

No committees, no captains and a casual approach to clothing - welcome to Centurion Golf Club: where the normal rules… Read More

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Argentario Golf Resort: beautiful Tuscan retreat perfect for Ryder Cup

In 2023, Italy will host its first Ryder Cup. The Marco Simone Golf Club, just outside Rome, is staging the… Read More

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Why The Himalayas – St Andrews iconic putting course – is so special

In my head the atmospheric Old Course was going to be lit up by autumnal sunshine, showing off the home… Read More

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Crail Golf Society: brilliant Balcomie will make you feel alive

It's no surprise to find the Scots have more than 100 words for rain - several sprang immediately to mind… Read More

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Western Gailes Golf Club: From Hidden Gem To Crown Jewel

As I stand on the first tee at Western Gailes Golf Club, it suddenly dawns on me how lucky I… Read More

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Rich Ryder Cup legacy lives on at stunning S&A

A par-3 opener: 200 yards, into the wind, eight bunkers around the green, Walter Hagen looking on - Southport and… Read More

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Royal Portrush Golf Club: Beauty lies in being bold

Royal Portrush has the honour of being the only club outside mainland Britain to host the Open Championship. The Wandering… Read More