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The WILLOW OPEN CHALLENGE"To play one of England's Open Championship courses is an accomplishment, but all six in one day would be a real achievement. Playing 108 holes represents a 35 mile walk, let alone the 350 miles between courses, so its a real challenge and one not for the faint-hearted. As both a golfer and an ambassador for the Willow Foundation, they have my greatest respect and support - I wish them all the best."
Ian Poulter - 2008 Ryder Cup Team Member
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To commemorate the 10th anniversary of national charity, the Willow Foundation, four golfers will attempt a unique sporting feat – to play all six English golf courses that have hosted the Open Championship in one day.
If successful, Alistair Hunter, Mike Balfour, Justin Jeffery, and Paul White will play 108 holes, walk at least 35 miles, and travel more than 350 miles between courses in just 24 hours. They will be the first golfers in recorded history to have completed this unique challenge. To enable the greatest amount of daylight hours, the challenge attempt will be made on the longest day - Sunday 21 June 2009.
Through sponsorship, the intrepid golfers hope to raise more than £100,000 for the Willow Foundation. Such a sum would enable the charity to provide more than 100 special day experiences in 2009 for 16-40 year olds living with the difficult realities of a life threatening illness.
The six golf courses – Princes, and Royal St Georges in Sandwich, Royal Cinque Ports in Deal, Royal Liverpool in Hoylake, Royal Birkdale in Southport, and Royal Lytham & St Annes are all supporting the challenge.
The golfers will play foursomes and carry their own clubs. All courses must be completed and no buggies or caddies are permitted. All shots will be recorded.
It is expected that this unique event will attract considerable media coverage. Many celebrities have already endorsed the attempt and it is hoped that a few famous faces will be present on the day to show their support.
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