The Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) is heading for new leadership after confirming Peter Dawson will step down as Chairman.
Dawson has occupied the OWGR Chairman role since 2016, but will be replaced at the beginning of April this year.
His eight-year chairmanship comes after Michael Bonallack held the position at the OWGR for 12 years from 2004.
The OWGR aims to administer and publish a ‘transparent and credible’ weekly ranking based on player performance.
It is based on the eligible tours within men’s professional golf, and is governed by seven board of directors and supported by a technical committee, with Scottie Scheffler currently top of the OWGR rankings.
2008 Masters champion Trevor Immelman named new OWGR Chairman
And it has now confirmed the appointment of Trevor Immelman as its new Chairman, starting 10 April 2025, as per the OWGR.
PGA Tour and European Tour winner Immelman won the 2008 Masters at Augusta National, edging out Tiger Woods by three shots.
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The South African turned professional in 1999, with Immelman reaching a career-high position of 12th in the OWGR.
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Immelman is also a former Presidents Cup captain, having led the International Team at the 2022 event, while acting as an assistant captain in 2024.
And thanks to his superb Masters success, the South African took part in last month’s PNC Championship alongside his son Jacob.
The duo finished in Orland as Team Langer edged out Team Woods in a play-off, representing a sixth triumph at the family event for Bernhard.
Immelman now turns his focus to the OWGR, having said of his new role: “The Official World Golf Ranking has always been a huge part of my life and professional career.
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“Growing up in South Africa and falling in love with the game as a youngster, the ranking system was how I tracked and followed my favourite players and understood who the best players in the world were.
“Then, as I turned professional, my focus on the rankings intensified, as I knew being in the top 50 allowed me to play in the biggest tournaments around the world.
“I am extremely honoured to follow in the footsteps of Sir Michael Bonallack and Peter Dawson as Chairman, and I look forward to working closely with Board members to ensure OWGR remains committed to its mission.”
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