Kathryn Newton was never sure what to call herself. A golfer who acts, or an actor who loves golf? Given her current profession, the latter is more appropriate. But the Bit Little Lies star didn’t let acting put rust on her irons. As with last year, the 27-year-old star will be competing in the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship this year as well. But which handicap will you play?
Well, Kathryn Newton is extra disabled. However, she revealed to Golf.com that her handicap has not currently been updated. In 2022, the USGA profile is set a handicap of +1.6. The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship profile states that her best handicap was +2. The latest handicap available is +4 on the R&A website.
Whatever the secret of her handicap, her golf skills are beyond doubt. She was introduced to golf at the age of five by her father, David, a college golfer. Since her passion for the game has skyrocketed. At the same time, her acting career was also in its infancy stage.
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In 2012, Katherine Newton had to withdraw from qualifying for the US Women’s Open because it conflicted with her filming schedule. She got the lead role in the movie Paranormal Activity 4. Interestingly, two golfers from those sectional qualifiers are now LPGA Tour winners: Daniel Kang and Angel Yin. Megan Khang was also a friend during her Notre Dame High School days.
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It’s no surprise that Newton stays connected to the game despite her busy schedule. She is actually an ambassador for two of the biggest names in the fashion and golf industry.
Katherine Newton is committed to expanding women’s golf
Newton was named an R&A Ambassador in August 2023. “Catherine is a passionate golfer who is passionate about getting more people into the game of golf and we are grateful for her commitment to supporting our goal of ensuring golf thrives 50 years from now,” R&A Chief Development Officer Phil Anderton said. , in the official statement.
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On the other hand, Newton is also an ambassador for Ralph Lauren, one of the most famous luxury fashion brands in the world. And because she’s a celebrity, she knows what increased visibility can bring to a game that suffers from a lack of it. “they [LPGA Pros] You don’t need to do anything. They don’t need to post on Instagram, they don’t need to do more things like that. “It’s just giving them the stage to shine, and then I think people will come,” Newton said in a conversation on the Subpar Podcast.
The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship starts on October 3. Aside from Newton, Oscar-winner Michael Douglas will start, as will Andy Garcia. Musician Tico Torres and Dave Farrell are the other notable acts on the DP World Tour.
