Lee Westwood Junior Open (Ping Junior Masters Qualifier)

Description

The Lee Westwood Junior Open, held at Worksop Golf Club in Worksop, United Kingdom, serves as a Ping Junior Masters Qualifier. Taking place on May 27, 2026, this individual competition uses stableford scoring and welcomes junior golfers looking to qualify for further competition. Named after the renowned professional golfer, the event provides an important pathway for young talent.

Worksop Golf Club

Windmill Lane

Worksop, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom

Worksop Golf Club is located on the outskirts of Worksop within Clumber Park and Sherwood Forest, situated on natural sand and gravel subsoils that enable year-round play. The course measures 6,628 yards, par 72 for men and 5,928 yards, par 74 for ladies, providing an excellent test for golfers of all abilities. Set in a mature woodland setting, the course features fast-running fairways and tricky greens characteristic of its naturally well-draining terrain. Worksop is ranked 160th in England and 330th in GB&I according to Golf World Rankings. The club hosted the 2022 English Amateur Championship. Notable members and patrons include Lee Westwood, a former World No. 1 and Ryder Cup legend who learned the game there as a junior, and DP World Tour winner Mark Foster. The course's unique playability throughout all 52 weeks of the year is a defining characteristic, making it accessible despite challenging conditions during winter months.