John Daly will have to walk if he wants to participate in this year's Royal Portrush British Open.

The R & A has rejected his request to use a golf cart in the tournament that begins July 18th.

Daly has requested permission to compete in this year's championship, as well as the PGA Championship at Bethpage Black. The 1991 PGA champion petitioned the PGA of America for the use of a cart because he had osteoarthritis in his right knee, which prevented him from walking for long periods. The PGA of America has acquiesced and granted him a special driving exemption. Daly missed the cut with rounds of 75 and 76.

Daly, who won the 1995 Open Championship in St. Andrews in the playoffs with Costantino Rocca, was hoping for the same courtesy from Royal Portrush for his 24th Open Championship. If the 53-year-old wants to play, he will have to walk like the rest of the field.

"We have carefully considered John Daly's request to use a buggy at The Open," the group said in a statement. "We are aware of the difficulties encountered by John and we are very sympathetic to him because this is a serious long-term condition.After considering all the relevant factors, the championship committee decided to reject his request. .

"We believe that walking on the course is an integral part of the championship and is at the heart of the golf links tradition that is synonymous with The Open, and we must ensure that, to the extent possible, the challenge is even for all players in the field.

"The Royal Portrush course is not suitable for buggies and the club itself does not allow their use.We are seriously concerned that parts of the course, where there are steep slopes and depressions, be inaccessible.

"It's not a decision we've made lightly, but we think it's the right one for the Open – John has a special place in our golf golfer's heart and he'll always be welcome to the Championship. at Royal Portrush and in the future. "