If you’re watching The 150th Open this week, you might see the caddies for Callaway-backed players carrying a rather eye-catching bag.
As it turns out, there’s a brilliant story behind it.
Budding artists from two St Andrews schools – Madras College and St Leonards – were commissioned by Callaway and St Andrews Links to design a St Andrews-inspired golf bag.
Seventeen-year-old Iona Turner had her winning design chosen by Callaway executives and a team of staff professionals from a shortlist of ten.
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The tour pro judging panel included Danny Willett, the 2021 Alfred Dunhill Links champion, and Min Woo Lee, who played the Old Course in reverse last year to commemorate the 200th birthday of four-time Open winner, Old Tom Morris.
Iona’s winning design takes inspiration from many of St Andrews’ iconic and recognisable landmarks, including the famous Swilcan Bridge on the 18th hole of the Old Course, the colourful houses by the harbour, the historic cathedral – where Old Tom Morris is buried – and the town’s beautiful seafront location.
After being selected as the winning artist, Iona said: “I’m thrilled that my artwork was chosen….
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