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    Premier League cult hero and TV star, 45, signed up to play in qualifying tournament for place at The Open

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    FORMER Premier League midfielder Jimmy Bullard will compete in qualifying for golf major The Open.The ex-Wigan, Fulham and Hull star plays off a scratch handicap and regularly takes on famous faces as a part of YouTube channel GOLF LIFE.Former Premier League midfielder Jimmy Bullard is a scratch golferCredit: GettyHe is eyeing a place at The Open next monthCredit: GettyHe previously attempted to qualify for The Open back in 2013 immediately after retiring from football.On that occasion, he missed out by four shots at the regional stage.Now he is preparing to give things another go – with the regional event set for June 24.If successful, he will progress through to Final Qualifying on July 2 when 2,000 players are trimmed down to at least 16 who will then advance to the four-day tournament that gets underway on July 18.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAny scratch handicapper can attempt to qualify for The Open – which is taking place at Royal Troon in Scotland this year.And Bullard, 45, who is employing fellow YouTube co-host and friend Ange as his caddie, is backing himself to perform at Rochester & Cobham Park.Speaking to The Express, he said: “I’ve been around some Open qualifiers. I’ve caddied for some players and I know that one or two under can get you in. I’ve got that in my locker.”When I play and I’m on it, I’ve got that. I know I have. That’s all it’ll need. It’s just one round [in the regionals] so anyone can shoot lights out and get the flushes. You’ve seen me get the flushes! It’s possible.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”That would be our Open, to get to that second [qualifying stage] which is a proper tour event – that would be amazing.”Bullard recently spent six years as a presenter on Sky Sports’ Soccer AM – which aired its final show in May 2023.Rangers star Todd Cantwell spotted at world famous golf course with Sky Sports star and Premier League legendWho are golf’s most famous Wags?The world’s top golfers enjoy an incredible lifestyle – and their Wags lead thrilling lives of their own.

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    Yet despite keeping himself busy in the media, he believes his golf is at a higher level now than it was during his first Open qualification attempt back in 2013.He added: “I’m a better player now without a shadow of a doubt. I wasn’t taking it as seriously back then.”It’s going to be tough but I didn’t think I’d reach the Prem, and I did. So who’s to tell me I can’t do it? Nobody.”Bullard, who played 90 games in the Premier League, will tee off at 12.09pm on June 24.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Matthew Fitzpatrick and Billy Horschel use Sheff Utd and West Ham themed golf bags for The Open

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      FOOTY mad golfers Matthew Fitzpatrick and Billy Horschel are hoping to bring The Open title home with the help of their favourite clubs.Royal St George’s hosts the prestigious championship this weekend with two Premier League badges set for an outing on the course.
      Billy Horschel posed with his West Ham bag during Tuesday practiceCredit: The Sun
      The Hammers badge will accompany the American at The 149th OpenCredit: The Sun
      Six-time PGA Tour winner Horschel may be a native of Florida, USA, but is a huge West Ham fan.
      The 34-year-old showed off his new kit on Instagram ahead of teeing off in Kent.
      He wrote: “Excited to rock my West Ham bag this week at The Open!
      “Hopefully it brings me luck and support from the Hammers fans! And thank you to the club for allowing me to use the crest on the bag!”
      West Ham favourite and golf nut Mark Noble has even been exchanging messages with Horschel ahead of his crack at The Open.
      He revealed: “Mark Noble sent me a text.
      “I’ve never met Mark, but he got my number from Francesco Molinari and sent me a text yesterday.
      “That was one of the coolest things, and we were texting back and forth.”
      Meanwhile, Yorkshire’s Fitzpatrick is a lifelong supporter of Sheffield United.
      The 26-year-old appeared in interviews with Chris Wilder when the Blades played in the Premier League and even had tickets to watch the Euro 2020 final.
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      Matt Fitzpatrick will carry a Sheffield United themed bag at The OpenCredit: Getty
      West Ham fan Horschel will also be rocking his club’s coloursCredit: AFP

      While Ian Poulter was able to swoop in for extra-time at Wembley, Fitzpatrick was forced into a play-off for the Scottish Open crown.
      After being defeated in Berwick, he had to settle for a television screen and a tally of six European Tour wins.
      The Sheffield son will carry the Blades badge around with him this weekend, and has occasionally enlisted the club’s help in his golfing dream.
      Last year, his camp put him in contact with United to secure a coronavirus test that helped him earn a visa to play in the States.
      Victory at Royal St George’s could mean he has access to plenty more at Bramall Lane for years to come.

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      Mouthwatering British sporting summer calendar revealed as ‘Fury vs Joshua on July 24’ added to Euro 2020 and Wimbledon

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      A remarkable British sporting calendar is taking shape in what promises to be a summer to remember.After the coronavirus pandemic put sport on its knees 12 months ago, events such as the European Championships and Wimbledon were postponed and cancelled as fans were left with little entertainment.
      This summer promises to be a sensational festival of sport
      England will be hoping to win a first major tournament in 55 years this summerCredit: Getty
      Now, one year on from that we are set for one of the best ever summers of jam-packed British sport as spectators return to whip up a frenzy.
      It all kicks off on June 11 with the postponed Euro 2020 which is being played for the first time ever across 12 different European countries.
      But the semi-finals and final of the tournament – which ends on July 11 – are scheduled to take place at Wembley Stadium, the first major international final at the ground for 25 years.
      While the Euros are going on, there is also the small matter of Wimbledon returning for the first time in two years on June 28.
      Incidentally, the final at the All England Club will be played on the same day as the conclusion of the Euros.
      From June through to September a festival of cricket will also be taking place with England taking on Pakistan and Sri Lanka in a number of one-day internationals, before a five Test series with India.
      And to top it all off, the inaugural edition of The Hundred gets underway in July.
      In athletics there is the Diamond League Anniversary Games at the London Stadium, an event which takes place just five days before another huge day in Formula 1 with the British Grand Prix.
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      Hamilton will look to secure a record-extending eighth British Grand Prix victory this summerCredit: AFP
      Ben Stokes will be hoping he can drive England to victory over India in their five Test seriesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Wimbledon will make a triumphant return after being cancelled last year for the first time since WWIICredit: Reuters
      The day before the British GP there is also the small matter of the Rugby League Challenge Cup final at Wembley on July 17.
      And then perhaps the biggest one of them all could be confirmed in the coming days as Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury prepare for an undisputed heavyweight clash on July 24.
      The fight looks set to take place in the Middle East, but a 100,000 capacity crowd at Wembley Stadium has not yet been ruled out.
      Throw in a bit of golf action with The Open and Women’s British Open and you have yourself a blockbuster few months of UK sport.
      With events such as the London Marathon and Rugby League World Cup then rounding off 2021, it promises to be unquestionably one of the greatest ever years of British sport.
      You’d be a fool to miss it.
      The Anniversary Games at the London Stadium promises to be another special eventCredit: PA
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      Incredible British sporting summer calendar revealed with potential Fury vs Joshua on July 24 added to Euros & Wimbledon

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      A remarkable calendar of British sport is taking shape in what promises to be a summer to remember.After the coronavirus pandemic put sport on its knees 12 months ago, events such as the European Championships and Wimbledon were postponed and cancelled as fans were left with little entertainment.
      This summer promises to be a sensational festival of sport
      England will be hoping to win a first major tournament in 55 years this summerCredit: Getty
      Now, one year on from that we are set for one of the best ever summers of jam-packed British sport as spectators return to whip up a frenzy.
      It all kicks off on June 11 with the postponed Euro 2020 which is being played for the first time ever across 12 different European countries.
      But the semi-finals and final of the tournament – which ends on July 11 – are scheduled to take place at Wembley Stadium, the first major international final at the ground for 25 years.
      While the Euros are going on, there is also the small matter of Wimbledon returning for the first time in two years on June 28.
      Incidentally, the final at the All England Club will be played on the same day as the conclusion of the Euros.
      From June through to September a festival of cricket will also be taking place with England taking on Pakistan and Sri Lanka in a number of one-day internationals, before a five Test series with India.
      And to top it all off, the inaugural edition of The Hundred gets underway in July.
      In athletics there is the Diamond League Anniversary Games at the London Stadium, an event which takes place just five days before another huge day in Formula 1 with the British Grand Prix.
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      Hamilton will look to secure a record-extending eighth British Grand Prix victory this summerCredit: AFP
      Ben Stokes will be hoping he can drive England to victory over India in their five Test seriesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Wimbledon will make a triumphant return after being cancelled last year for the first time since WWIICredit: Reuters
      The day before the British GP there is also the small matter of the Rugby League Challenge Cup final at Wembley on July 17.
      And then perhaps the biggest one of them all could be confirmed in the coming days as Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury prepare for an undisputed heavyweight clash on July 24.
      The fight looks set to take place in the Middle East, but a 100,000 capacity crowd at Wembley Stadium has not yet been ruled out.
      Throw in a bit of golf action with The Open and Women’s British Open and you have yourself a blockbuster few months of UK sport.
      With events such as the London Marathon and Rugby League World Cup then rounding off 2021, it promises to be unquestionably one of the greatest ever years of British sport.
      You’d be a fool to miss it.
      The Anniversary Games at the London Stadium promises to be another special eventCredit: PA
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