The R&A

http://www.randa.org
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The R&A, a privately owned organization headquartered in the UK, operates as a tier 1 media tech buyer. Founded in 2004 as a merger between the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews (founded in 1754) and the Women's Golf Association, the company employs approximately 230 individuals and focuses on spectator sports. The R&A functions as the governing body for golf in most countries globally, with the exception of the United States and Mexico, which are governed by the United States Golf Association (USGA). Its responsibilities include setting the rules of golf, organizing championships, and promoting the sport worldwide. The organization is based in St. Andrews, Scotland, a location known as the "home of golf."

Revenue

Founded

2004

Headcount

225

Headquarters

Primary Segment

Spectator Sports

Ownership

Privately Owned

News Summary:

The R&A announced an online "Golf & Nature Live St Andrews" event, scheduled for May 21, 2026, featuring Sky Sports News' David Garrido. Previously, on April 8, 2026, the organization issued additional clarifications to the Rules of Golf. On April 7, 2026, the R&A Foundation's support for the Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific (WAAP) Academy was noted as participants made progress at the 2026 Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific Championship, held in February at Royal Wellington. Earlier, on March 15, 2026, The R&A established a six-year partnership with Accenture, naming Accenture its Official Business and Technology Consulting Partner and an Official Patron of The Open, AIG Women’s Open, and ISPS HANDA Senior Open until 2031. The R&A also signed England Golf’s Respect in Golf Pledge on February 24, 2026, underlining its commitment to an open, welcoming, and inclusive game for all.

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Apr

28th

2026

07:30

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AIG Women’s Open sees increased prize fund and broadcast coverage

Georgia Hall won the AIG Women's Open the last time the Championship was held at Lytham & St Annes in 2018.

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Apr

27th

2026

04:55

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The 156th Open to be played at Royal Lytham & St Annes in 2028

The 156th Open will be played at Royal Lytham & St Annes from 30 July-6 August 2028. The Open will be contested over the famous Fylde links for the 12th time in the history of the Championship and returns there for the first time since 2012 when Ernie Els lifted the second Claret Jug of his celebrated career.

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Apr

14th

2026

02:10

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Join us online for Golf & Nature Live, St Andrews - an inspiring event celebrating the powerful relationship between golf and nature. Hosted by David Garrido of Sky Sports News, the special broadcast takes place at 3pm (BST) on Thursday 21 May 2026.

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Apr

8th

2026

09:30

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Additional Clarifications - 8th April 2026 Update

Rules News ArticleRules of GolfAdditional Clarifications

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Apr

7th

2026

03:30

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WAAP Academy impact evident as talent shines at Royal Wellington

The impact of The R&A Foundation’s support for the Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific (WAAP) Academy was clearly evident at the 2026 Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific played at Royal Wellington in February, where a number of participants translated opportunity into progress at the region’s pre-eminent women’s amateur championship.

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Mar

15th

2026

18:30

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Accenture Named Official Partner of The R&A

The R&A and Accenture today announced a new six-year partnership which will see Accenture become the Official Business and Technology Consulting Partner of The R&A as well as an Official Patron of some of golf’s most iconic championships - The Open, AIG Women’s Open, and ISPS HANDA Senior Open - until 2031.

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Feb

24th

2026

05:30

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The R&A signs England Golf’s Respect in Golf Pledge

The R&A has signed England Golf’s Respect in Golf pledge, underlining its commitment to ensuring the game is open, welcoming and inclusive for all. The pledge is a central part of England Golf’s movement to embed equality, diversity, and inclusion across every level of the game.

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Feb

23rd

2026

08:20

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R&A announces 2027 amateur championships & match venues

Prestigious venues in Great Britain and Ireland and beyond will host The R&A’s amateur championships and international matches in 2027. The 132nd Amateur Championship will be staged at Royal Portrush – host to The 153rd Open last summer – from 14–19 June.

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Feb

13th

2026

21:30

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Yunseo Yang retains lead after roller

Yunseo Yang survived a roller-coaster round to remain in pole position to end Korea’s Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific (WAAP) victory drought. The 18-year-old went through the full gamut of emotions en route to an even-par 72 in round three at Royal Wellington.

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Feb

12th

2026

22:30

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stroke lead for Yunseo Yang at halfway stage of WAAP

Yunseo Yang wrote her name into the record books as she swept into a three-stroke lead at the halfway stage of the eighth Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific (WAAP). Defying heavy rain showers and warm, humid conditions, the 18-year-old Korean followed up an opening-day 64 with a five-under-par 67 at Royal Wellington.

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Feb

12th

2026

00:30

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Korean Yunseo Yang claims first

Leading the way for hosts New Zealand was Eunseo Choi. The country’s top-ranked player made birdies at her final two holes for a one-under-par 71, good enough for joint 16th, while Amy Tang and Elise Barber both returned 72s.

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Feb

11th

2026

16:30

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Taiheiyo Club Minori Course to host 2027 WAAP

Taiheiyo Club Minori Course is located on the Kanto Plain of Japan and has hosted the LPGA Tour’s Toto Japan Classic on four occasions, most recently in 2023 when Women’s Amateur Asia-Pacific alumna Mone Inami claimed victory.

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The R&A sells broadcasting rights of its 4 golf competitions to 28 companies globally, covering 8 countries. The R&A's rights holders include Telefonica.