Ricky Randall is a journeyman professional golfer playing the final round of the Open Championship at Muirfield. The most important round of his life. But everything is against him: his kit, the course and officialdom. Even his caddie is a no-show.
Ricky is set to become the story of the Championship. No one watching can believe their eyes, with the exception of a young spectator, Ben — a boy who connects with our hero in a way neither of them understand.
An unfurling disaster becomes a sensation. A worldwide story that envelopes those on and off the course: frenzied journalists, a New York financier, famous billionaires and flummoxed golf pundits.
An enchanting novel that plays out a single round. Eighteen short chapters, over 18 long holes. The most extraordinary round of golf ever completed — with a euphoric conclusion that is so perfect, tissues to hand is a good idea.
