Richard Boxall
Name:
Richard BoxallAlso known as:
BoxieCountry:
EnglandBorn:
April 28, 1961 in Hampton Wick, nr Kingston upon Thames, Middlesex.Original/Home Club:
Occupation:
Professional golfer; television commentator.Turned Pro:
1982European Tour wins (1).
Boxall recorded his only win on the European Tour at the 1990 Italian Open. He is perhaps better remembered for a far more painful event, when he broke his leg during the 1991 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. The stress fracture had been slowly but irritatingly building up during the previous three or four days. Teeing off at the ninth hole in the third round, just two shots off the lead, Boxall hit a solid 1-iron tee shot. The ball landed on the fairway alongside that of playing partner Colin Montgomerie, but Boxall had already collapsed to the ground. The solid hit was accompanied by his left leg painfully fracturing. The injury put Boxall out of action for the best part of a year, and probably affected his game for a long time thereafter.
After retiring from tournament golf some years after the 1991 injury, 'Boxie' took up television commentary. He has become a much-liked member of the Sky Sports team, known for his insightful analysis, wit and joviality.
Europe
Lancia Martini
Played as the Lancia Martini Italian Open. Second-placed Jose Maria Olazabal (Esp) finished 5 shots behind Boxall (Eng). [Milano GC, Villasanta, Monza, nr Milan].
Sony Open in Hawaii: played at Waialae Country Club near Honolulu, the Sony Open takes over the spotlight from The Sentry as the PGA Tour’s calendar-year opening event (Jan 15-18). The Sentry (not being played in 2026) was formerly known as the Tournament of Champions, with a field typically restricted to golfers who won a PGA Tour event in the previous calendar year.
Dubai Desert Classic: the DP World Tour’s first Rolex Series event of 2026, is contested for the 37th time (Jan 22-25). First won by Englishman Mark James in 1989, it now boasts a four-time winner, Rory McIlroy. Played on the Emirates Golf Club’s Majlis course, this once desert-surrounded course is the long-time flagship for Golf in Dubai.
Our visit last month included two rounds at Golf de Chantilly, one of France’s most prestigious clubs.
It offers two superb layouts: Le Vineuil, a five-star championship course with a rich history, and Longères, an excellent four-star course that provides a strong and enjoyable test.
The wider Paris region offers plenty more. Courses such as Fontainebleau, Golf de Saint-Germain, and several other top-rated layouts make this area one of Europe’s most rewarding golf destinations, offering a mix of woodland, heathland, and parkland designs.
The Dutch: "It's no' just a game", as they say in Scotland, and that's certainly true at The Dutch. With 5-star services throughout, a lavishly comfortable Loch Lomond-inspired clubhouse, and a superbly designed and presented golf course, one could not ask for more from this top-end private club.
Join us at The Dutch from August 21–24 for the Festival of Golf, featuring the HotelPlanner Tour. Experience four days of top-tier sport, live music, incredible food, and unexpected surprises. Explore the grounds, connect with others, embrace new challenges, and dive into an unforgettable celebration. Click here to buy tickets.
Here at Prince’s Golf Club you'll find 27 excellent holes of links golf. Just over the fence and sharing similar terrain is Royal St George’s; but Prince’s is far from overshadowed by its venerable neighbour. The three nine-hole loops at Prince's, laid out over gently undulating terrain, are sure to bring a smile of satisfaction to all lovers of links golf.
Stay&Play at Prince's: excellent onsite Lodge accommodation available
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