Table of Contents
- Incident Overview
- Spokesperson's Statement
- Course History
- Details of the Explosion
- Historical Context
ROYAL LIVERPOOL GOLF CLUB conducted a controlled detonation on the course after an artillery shell from World War Two was discovered.
This occurrence halted all play, prompting the involvement of a bomb squad to manage the situation.
A controlled explosion occurred at Royal Liverpool Golf ClubCredit: Getty
The prestigious course has hosted The Open Championship 13 times, including victories by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroyCredit: Getty
A representative for the course stated: “We can confirm that emergency services are present at The Royal Liverpool Golf Club in Hoylake following a report of a suspected unexploded artillery shell found on the premises.
“At approximately 12:30 PM today, Friday, December 12, authorities were notified about a suspected device located on the golf course.
“The area has been cordoned off while emergency services are attending to the situation.
“We advise the public to steer clear of the vicinity. We appreciate your patience as we look into this matter.”
The course, established in 1869, has hosted The Open Championship 13 times.
It was won there in 2006 and again in 2014.
Recently, images and videos of the explosion were shared, with the club’s page noting: “An unexpected interruption on the links today as historic ground revealed a reminder of the past.
“This week, an unexploded artillery shell was uncovered on the course when staff members conducting routine drainage work stumbled upon the explosive buried underground.
“Following a successful controlled explosion executed by specialists, the area was deemed safe, and we extend our gratitude to emergency services for their professionalism.”
This is not the first instance where such actions have been necessary.
In 1944, the removal of mines placed on the course due to fears of a land invasion by Germany during World War II resulted in significant damage to the fairways and course.
It appears that remnants from the war have gone unnoticed, with a substantial portion of ground being removed in this latest incident.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at the Royal Liverpool Golf Club?
A controlled bomb explosion was conducted at the Royal Liverpool Golf Club after an unexploded World War Two-era artillery shell was discovered on the course.
Why was play stopped at the golf course?
All play was halted as a precaution while emergency services handled the situation involving the suspected unexploded device.
Has this happened before at the golf course?
Yes, similar measures were taken in 1944 when mines were removed from the course due to concerns about a potential land invasion during World War II.
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