His Majesty King Charles III Becomes Patron of The Royal And Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews

Following her accession in 1952, Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II accepted the Patronage of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, which has been accepted by reigning Monarchs since HM King William IV in 1834.

Buckingham Palace presents new patron

Martin Slumbers, Secretary of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, said, “Her late Majesty’s 70-year patronage of the Club was an immense source of pride for its Members.

“We are delighted and deeply honoured to have been advised by Buckingham Palace that His Majesty, The King has accepted patronage of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews.

“We now look forward to His Majesty’s support for the work of the Club and our commitment to the sport of golf across the world.

The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews was established in 1754 and has evolved through two and a half centuries as a leading authority in the world game. It has a worldwide membership of more than 2,400.

(Text: The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews)