Ben Smith

News Editor

Ben joined GolfMagic as Content Executive in September 2021 just before the Ryder Cup and has contributed significantly to the growth of the site. Ben now assumes the News Editor role, specialising in PGA Tour, DP World Tour and LIV Golf content. He also writes features and opinion pieces on the game's biggest talking points. Ben achieved a Gold Standard NCTJ Diploma at News Associates, the No.1 journalism course in the UK. Before joining GolfMagic, Ben's previous roles included working in the regional press reporting on his favourite football team Reading FC before working for the national media as a court reporter at the Old Bailey. Ben is a massive golf fan and plays off a handicap of 10.3 at his home course, Royal Ascot Golf Club. His favourite golfers are Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth and Max Homa.

Articles by Ben Smith

Padraig Harrington gets involved in epic rules dispute: "How stupid are you?!"

Padraig Harrington appeared to be the only high-profile golfer to offer his thoughts on an epic rules dispute at Barstool Sports' 'Writer Cup'.

Saudi crown prince on PGA Tour-PIF deal? "I don't care about sportswashing"

The crown prince of Saudi Arabia says he 'doesn't care' about use of the term sportswashing as he declared the PGA Tour-PIF/LIV Golf deal as 'wonderful'.

Solheim Cup 2023: When is it? Where is it? Who is playing? TV schedule, format

The 2023 Solheim Cup takes place over 22-24 September in Spain. This is everything you need to know about the contest between Europe and the United States.

Brooks Koepka addresses controversial Ryder Cup comments: "You spun it that way"

LIV Golf's Brooks Koepka has offered some thoughts on Dustin Johnson's Ryder Cup omission and addressed the controversial remarks he made in 2021.

Report: Soon-to-be PGA Tour player returns after suspension

PGA Tour-bound Argentinian golfer Alejandro Tosti has returned to play in the Korn Ferry Tour a matter of weeks after he was reportedly suspended.

Report: Wyndham Clark given ultimatum by agent and caddie

Wyndham Clark has revealed he was given an ultimatum by his agent and caddie to see a therapist as he discussed Team USA's Ryder Cup chances.

EXCLUSIVE: Why Matt Fitzpatrick is taking a different approach with Ludvig Aberg

Matthew Fitzpatrick says he won't be 'piling the praise' on Ludvig Aberg ahead of the Ryder Cup. He told GolfMagic why in an exclusive interview.

Report: Former Masters champ set for six-month (!) injury absence

Danny Willett, who won the 2016 Masters, is reportedly going to be out of action for six months after deciding to undergo surgery on his shoulder.

Gary Woodland's family provide update after PGA Tour stalwart has brain surgery

The golf world has sent their best wishes to PGA Tour stalwart Gary Woodland, who has undergone surgery to remove a lesion on his brain.

Revealed: Why Jordan Spieth missed crucial Ryder Cup scouting trip

Three-time major champion and PGA Tour superstar Jordan Spieth and his wife Annie have welcomed their second child into the world.

Report: Sergio Garcia made 'bizarre' last-ditch attempt to play in the Ryder Cup

Per a report, Sergio Garcia reportedly made a last-ditch attempt to play in the 2023 Ryder Cup by agreeing to pay his LIV Golf fines.

Ryan Fox upstages Tyrrell Hatton to claim BMW PGA Championship

Ryan Fox overcame an early triple bogey to claim the 2023 BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth by one stroke over England's Tyrrell Hatton and Aaron Rai.

Rory McIlroy reacts to his angry Wentworth outburst: "It's been my nemesis"

Rory McIlroy has revealed he was angry over a poor lie after getting hot under the collar during the final round of the PGA Championship at Wentworth.

Veteran PGA Tour pro goes on almighty (!) LIV Golf rant: "Everybody freaks out"

Veteran PGA Tour player Jimmy Walker has blasted the new FedEx Cup format, saying the LIV Golf-induced changes are 'bull---'.

Justin Thomas claims he predicted stunning bunker shot to caddie Bones

Justin Thomas moved to within striking distance of the lead after three rounds of the Fortinet Championship on the PGA Tour.

Slow play at BMW PGA Championship? This tour pro has a theory...

English tour pro Eddie Pepperell has offered some thoughts on the pace of play issue at the 2023 BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth.

BMW PGA | Fleetwood thanks McIlroy for golf lesson after setting up Aberg duel

Tommy Fleetwood thanked Rory McIlroy for a golf lesson out of the rough after setting up a Ludvig Aberg duel at Wentworth.

WATCH: Rory McIlroy cracks up after luckiest (?!) shot of his career

Rory McIlroy could only laugh after the Northern Irishman hit one of the luckiest shots of his career to date in the third round of the PGA Championship.

Graeme McDowell with outrageous (?!) LIV Golf-PGA Tour claim: "I'm speculating"

Graeme McDowell says he regrets attempting to answer questions about Saudi Arabia in the first LIV Golf press conference but conceded he was prepped.

Golf coach to the stars rages at 'horrendous' Ryder Cup venue: "It's too hilly!"

Legendary tour coach Peter Cowen - who has instructed the likes of Rory McIlroy and Brooks Koepka - is not a fan of the 2023 Ryder Cup venue.

Watch Justin Thomas react to Rory McIlroy Ryder Cup comments

Justin Thomas says he gets 'goosebumps' thinking about the Ryder Cup as he reacted to high praise from Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy.

Billy Horschel reacts to controversial Rory McIlroy comments

American PGA Tour pro Billy Horschel has reacted to the comments made about him by four-time major champion Rory McIlroy.

Rory McIlroy on pace of play at BMW PGA Championship? "A complete s--- show"

Rory McIlroy says the pace of play during the second round of the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth was 'a complete s--- show'.

Here's the payout info for the PGA Tour's 2023 Fortinet Championship

The 2023 Fortinet Championship on the PGA Tour carries a total prize purse of $8.4m. Here's how much every golfer can win.

Dame Laura Davies put on FULL BLAST (!) after Tom Kim Ryder Cup gaffe

Sky Sports commentator Dame Laura Davies was left red-faced after making an almighty gaffe when discussing the Ryder Cup potential of PGA Tour star Tom Kim.