A number of esteemed golf professionals have been sighted taking advantage of the East Lothian courses as they prepare for the upcoming Genesis Scottish Open. The Renaissance Golf Club in Dirleton is anticipating a significant turnout this week, as fans eagerly anticipate the participation of renowned golfers such as Rory McIIroy and Scottie Scheffler in this prestigious event.
As anticipation mounts for the Scottish Open, prominent players have already been observed on the North Berwick course. On Monday, US Ryder Cup stars Rickie Fowler and Justin Thomas were spotted playing a complete round of golf at the West Links course in North Berwick. Accompanied by Justin Thomas’ father, Mike Thomas, and a caddy, the PGA tour players appeared to be thoroughly enjoying the rare good weather as they indulged in their practice round.
The North Berwick Golf Club took to social media to share a photo of the jovial group, extending a warm welcome to Fowler and Thomas as they practiced for the upcoming tournament. Stuart Bayne, the general manager of North Berwick Golf Club, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to host professional golfers on their iconic West Links course, emphasizing the unique features and enjoyable experience that the course provides to visitors.
In other news, The National has announced a change in its commenting policy, restricting commenting privileges to paying subscribers. The move comes in response to a disruptive minority of trolls who have been engaging in abusive and dishonest behaviour in the comments section. By limiting commenting to paid subscribers, The National aims to create a constructive space for well-informed readers to engage in respectful and valuable discussions on important issues.
According to Editor Callum Baird, the decision to implement this policy is intended to reclaim the space for meaningful debate and to deter individuals who are not genuinely interested in engaging constructively. With this new policy in effect, The National hopes to foster a community of passionate and well-informed individuals who can engage in constructive disagreement while upholding respectful conduct.
The National’s commenting rules have been defined as a privilege and not a right, and the publication urges readers to report any comments that violate these rules. By establishing clear guidelines and implementing a subscription-based commenting system, The National aims to elevate the quality of discourse and ensure that the comments section remains a valuable and constructive part of its community.
As The National adopts this new approach, it aims to encourage meaningful dialogue and engagement among its readers while preserving the integrity and respectful nature of the commenting platform.