Royal Birkdale Golf Course
Location: Southport, Merseyside, England
Established: 1889
Type: Private
Total holes: 18
Royal Birkdale, hosting the British Open this week for the 10th time, has provided some memorable moments through the years. We pick five.
Arnie leads an army (1961)
After missing out by a single shot on Open debut the year previously, Arnold Palmer returned a year later and brought with him an international audience. This time, he won by one stroke – his shot on the 16th has been immortalised with a plaque – to rejuvenate the tournament and convince leading American golfers to follow suit.
The concession (1969)
Considered one of the greatest shows of sportsmanship the game had witnessed. With scores tied at the Ryder Cup, Jack Nicklaus and Tony Jacklin contested the decisive match. Nicklaus, though, conceded a three-foot putt on 18 to avoid their gripping duel ending in a defeat. The cup was halved. Nicklaus and Jacklin departed the green in warm embrace.
Swashbuckling Seve (1976)
A 19-year-old Spaniard announced his arrival in spectacular fashion. Dazzling with his shot-making, Seve Ballesteros entered the final round with a two-shot lead, but was ultimately outdone by Johnny Miller's course-record 66. Nevertheless, Ballesteros, who finished runner-up, had given a glimpse of what was to come – his shot through the bunkers on 18 described as "genius".
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Rose bursts through (1998)
At age 17, debutant Justin Rose shared second at the halfway stage before holing a 50-yard chip on the 72nd hole to finish tied-fourth. It was the best display by a British amateur since Roger Wethered lost in a play-off in 1921. Rose’s memorable celebration seems even more so after this week: Lego recreated it.
Harrington’s heat-seeker (2008)
Having won his first major at the previous year’s tournament, Padraig Harrington looked poised for a repeat. With a two-shot lead on the 71st hole, the Irishman withstood the incredibly blustery conditions to fire a superb 5-wood to six feet, then sank the putt. Harrington was the first European to successfully defend the trophy in 102 years.
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Dates for the diary
To mark Bodytree’s 10th anniversary, the coming season will be filled with celebratory activities:
- September 21 Anyone interested in becoming a certified yoga instructor can sign up for a 250-hour course in Yoga Teacher Training with Jacquelene Sadek. It begins on September 21 and will take place over the course of six weekends.
- October 18 to 21 International yoga instructor, Yogi Nora, will be visiting Bodytree and offering classes.
- October 26 to November 4 International pilates instructor Courtney Miller will be on hand at the studio, offering classes.
- November 9 Bodytree is hosting a party to celebrate turning 10, and everyone is invited. Expect a day full of free classes on the grounds of the studio.
- December 11 Yogeswari, an advanced certified Jivamukti teacher, will be visiting the studio.
- February 2, 2018 Bodytree will host its 4th annual yoga market.
Volunteers offer workers a lifeline
Community volunteers have swung into action delivering food packages and toiletries to the men.
When provisions are distributed, the men line up in long queues for packets of rice, flour, sugar, salt, pulses, milk, biscuits, shaving kits, soap and telecom cards.
Volunteers from St Mary’s Catholic Church said some workers came to the church to pray for their families and ask for assistance.
Boxes packed with essential food items were distributed to workers in the Dubai Investments Park and Ras Al Khaimah camps last week. Workers at the Sonapur camp asked for Dh1,600 towards their gas bill.
“Especially in this year of tolerance we consider ourselves privileged to be able to lend a helping hand to our needy brothers in the Actco camp," Father Lennie Connully, parish priest of St Mary’s.
Workers spoke of their helplessness, seeing children’s marriages cancelled because of lack of money going home. Others told of their misery of being unable to return home when a parent died.
“More than daily food, they are worried about not sending money home for their family,” said Kusum Dutta, a volunteer who works with the Indian consulate.
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Healthy tips to remember
Here, Dr Mohamed El Abiary, paediatric consultant at Al Zahra Hospital Dubai, shares some advice for parents whose children are fasting during the holy month of Ramadan:
Gradual fasting and golden points - For children under the age of 10, follow a step-by-step approach to fasting and don't push them beyond their limits. Start with a few hours fasting a day and increase it to a half fast and full fast when the child is ready. Every individual's ability varies as per the age and personal readiness. You could introduce a points system that awards the child and offers them encouragement when they make progress with the amount of hours they fast
Why fast? - Explain to your child why they are fasting. By shedding light on the importance of abstaining from food and drink, children may feel more encouraged to give it there all during the observance period. It is also a good opportunity to teach children about controlling urges, doing good for others and instilling healthy food habits
Sleep and suhoor - A child needs adequate sleep every night - at least eight hours. Make sure to set a routine early bedtime so he/she has sufficient time to wake up for suhoor, which is an essential meal at the beginning of the day
Good diet - Nutritious food is crucial to ensuring a healthy Ramadan for children. They must refrain from eating too much junk food as well as canned goods and snacks and drinks high in sugar. Foods that are rich in nutrients, vitamins and proteins, like fruits, fresh meats and vegetables, make for a good balanced diet
Royal Birkdale Golf Course
Location: Southport, Merseyside, England
Established: 1889
Type: Private
Total holes: 18
