The entire golf community was hit with the tragic news of the death of the masterful and magical voice of Ivor Robson. The mesmerizing voice that oversaw golf games for almost half a century passed away at the age of 83. If it is the skill of players that leaves fans and viewers in awe, it is the beauty and skill of the commentators that forever etches moments in the minds of millions.

His contributions to the game of golf are at par with the greatest ever athletes to grace the game. From Jack Nicklaus to Arnold Palmer to Tiger Woods and Rory Mcllroy, Robson was there to witness and call their glorious moments. He was well and truly the voice of golf, who captured the brilliance of a player and his skill and uplifted their achievement with this wonderful voice.

World of Golf loses their most illustrious voice

They called him the man with the most distinctive voice in the sport. He had the amazing knack of identifying a pivotal moment, and his words elevated the entire experience to a level of astute brilliance. He held the responsibility of the official starter of the British Open for over 41 years. A career that started in 1975 at The Open gave fans and players several memorable moments with his Scottish accent that was nothing less than a melodic tune.

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Along with his great responsibility of being the official voice of the British Open, Robson also held the position of the official starter of the DP World Tour for over years. He delivered his famous ‘on the tee’ message in his cultured brogue across different venues in his illustrious career.

He called curtains to his amazing career in 2015. It was nothing but an emotional exit for a man who was synonymous with Golf for millions across the globe. He announced his retirement at the St Andrews in 2015 and officiated his last game at the DP World Tour game in Dubai amidst loud cheers and celebration for what was a career of greatness and numerous achievements.

“It has been a wonderful career. It’s been a great honour. The way I have been treated by players, officials, sponsors… thank you all very much,” the great man said as he pulled the curtains down on his career.

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Tributes for the great man pour in from all over

The loss of such a great man and amazing voice was certainly going to evoke intense emotions and reactions from people in the golf community. The CEO of R&A, Martin Slumbers, gave his condolences upon hearing the tragic news.

“We are deeply saddened to hear of Ivor’s passing. As official starter at The Open for over 40 years, his voice was instantly recognisable and synonymous with the Championship for players and millions of golf fans worldwide.

“He was popular and well respected among all golfers who played in The Open and I know that they will share in our sadness at this news. On behalf of all of us at The R&A, I would like to convey our heartfelt condolences to his wife of 61 years, Lesley, and the Robson family.”

Players, too, sent their wishes to the family of Robson and paid their respect to the man who devoted his career to the wonderful sport of golf. Golfing legend Tiger Woods shared a heartfelt message on X for the great man and thanked him for his passion and devoted service.

The man who became synonymous with the British Open for 41 years almost never missed a single game. He was famous for even avoiding bathroom breaks in order to be present to call out every moment of the match. AA was a genuine lover of the sport and a man who embodied true passion, he will certainly be missed by everyone.

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