The R&A on Wednesday named Adam Scott the recipient of the inaugural Spirit of Golf Award.
The R&A introduced the award to recognize an individual who exemplifies the spirit of the game on a global scale and displays the values, behaviors and traditions inherent to golf. The announcement was made Wednesday during the R&A press conference ahead of the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale in Southport, England.
"I am honored to be the first recipient of the new R&A Spirit of Golf Award.
"As someone who has spent my entire life in the game of golf, it is so meaningful to be recognized for my impact on golf across the world, not only from a playing point of view but for also upholding values which are so integral to the sport," Scott said. "I've thoroughly enjoyed playing in 100 consecutive major championships. It has been a privilege and is something I'll never take for granted. I look forward to continuing that run at Royal Birkdale this week for The 154th Open."
More: Our Open Championship hub: Stats, videos and more
The R&A introduced the award to recognize an individual who exemplifies the spirit of the game on a global scale and displays the values, behaviors and traditions inherent to golf. The announcement was made Wednesday during the R&A press conference ahead of the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale in Southport, England.
"I am honored to be the first recipient of the new R&A Spirit of Golf Award.
"As someone who has spent my entire life in the game of golf, it is so meaningful to be recognized for my impact on golf across the world, not only from a playing point of view but for also upholding values which are so integral to the sport," Scott said. "I've thoroughly enjoyed playing in 100 consecutive major championships. It has been a privilege and is something I'll never take for granted. I look forward to continuing that run at Royal Birkdale this week for The 154th Open."
More: Our Open Championship hub: Stats, videos and more
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