British Open chief 'supports' end to ban on women

The British Open championship could change from being a men-only event next year.

British Open chief 'supports' end to ban on women
Wed, 16 Feb, 2005 - 10:02

The British Open championship could change from being a men-only event next year.

In a sign of changing times Peter Dawson, chief executive of the Royal and Ancient Club which organises the 145-year-old championship, has said he favours the removal of the ban on women players.

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