The R&A World Amateur Golf Ranking Goes Live

The R&A World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) will go live on the internet http://www.randa.org/wagr in January 2007 following an 18 month trial during which it has been welcomed by governing bodies and tournament organisers throughout the world.
The R&A first proposed the WAGR as a means of clarifying entry into its championships but the trial introduction has gone further, with the criteria now seen as a valid indicator of player rankings throughout the elite amateur game.
"We are pleased with the way the Ranking has developed during this trial period" said Mike Tate, Director of The R&A.
"In particular, the level of international support for its adoption has convinced us that it will be seen throughout the golfing nations as an increasingly useful tool and as a way of comparing one elite amateur player against another".
"Until now this has been a difficult task given that many play on different continents and with different handicap systems."
"Early indications suggest that the Ranking will be embraced by a significant number of the major golfing nations and we are hopeful that others will realise the benefits that can accrue through its use."
Contact:
Mike Tate, Director
David Moir, Manager Championship Entries
The R&A
Tel: (44) 1334 460000