For the first time ever Golf World Magazine recognises the Ailsa Course at the Westin Turnberry Resort, Ayrshire as the number one in the UK & Ireland. The Ailsa Course, with its close proximity to the sea and spectacular views of the Ailsa Craig, offers some of the most challenging and exciting links golf in the world. "It's comfortably my favourite course in Britain" says Gary Player. "Everything about it just emits class. Everyone talks about how beautiful the surroundings are, and the fabulous hotel, but the golf course itself is the star."
The award rounds off an amazing year for The Westin Turnberry Resort. Since the R&A announced the 2009 Open Championship will be staged on the Alisa Course, they have celebrated their 100th birthday and now the Ailsa is given recognition as the number one ranked golf course in the UK & Ireland.
My own thoughts are very clear on this golf course. Having travelled the world playing golf I can honestly say that there is no better place than standing on the 1st tee at the Alisa Course - it is as simple as that! I consider the Alisa Course the finest golf course I have ever played. This year the Alisa is preparing to host the Amateur Championship and the introduction of new tees and bunkers have improved the course.