A host of familiar faces from the worlds of golf, sport and entertainment are getting behind Prostate Cancer UK’s Big Golf Race, supported by Charles Tyrwhitt, this year – helping to raise funds and awareness for the most common cancer in the UK.
The supporting sports stars and TV celebrities, who have united behind the charity on social media, boast a combined global audience of over 17 million, ensuring the message behind the 2026 Big Golf Race – the UK’s biggest golf fundraising challenge – is spread far and wide.
Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men, yet there’s still no national screening programme in place. That means too many men are diagnosed at a late stage, when treatment options are more limited. It’s why early diagnosis is so important – and why so many well-known names are backing this year’s challenge, which invites golfers to take on 36, 72 or 100+ holes of golf in one day.
Former Masters champion Danny Willett, former world No.1 Lee Westwood and Ryder Cup legend Ian Poulter lead an all-star cast by taking part in a promotional video on social media to encourage golfers across the UK to sign-up to the Big Golf Race, Prostate Cancer UK’s most successful fundraiser, which has raised over £6 million since 2020.
Joining the trio of English stars include PGA Tour and DP World Tour winner Matt Wallace, TV star Gabby Logan and her husband Kenny Logan, the former Scottish international rugby player, plus YouTube sensations and PGA professionals Rick Shiels and Dan Grieve.
Also involved is LPGA and Solheim Cup player Charley Hull, England Lioness and Manchester United star Ella Toone, broadcaster and golf lover DJ Spoony, the Phelps brothers, Oliver and Jamie, both stars of the Harry Potter franchise, along with Gladiators star Jamie ‘Giant’ Bigg, whose uncle was affected by prostate cancer.
To watch the video, click here, and to join The Big Golf Race, click here.
With the involvement of so many well-known faces who boast a significant footprint on social media around the world, 2026 promises to be a noteworthy year for the Big Golf Race.
“The Big Golf Race has gone from strength to strength and has really captured the imagination of golfers across the UK – and long may that continue,” said 2016 Masters champion and multiple DP World Tour winner Danny Willett.
“The challenge has made a massive impact for men affected by prostate cancer and their families and has helped to drive awareness among golfers and golf clubs across the country.
“We’ve had young golfers, professionals and golfers on YouTube picking up their clubs and saving lives with every swing, and I hope this year’s challenge is the biggest yet.”
Former world No.1 Lee Westwood said he hopes to see as many people as possible get involved in fundraising this summer.
“Prostate Cancer UK’s work in golf is having a big impact both on and off the course, and I’m excited to see what 2026 holds for The Big Golf Race which I know has been a big hit with golfers across the UK,” said the LIV Golf star.
“Playing multiple rounds of golf in a day is tough going, so I salute each and every golfer who is taking on The Big Golf Race this summer and wish them the best of luck.
“1 in 8 men will get diagnosed with prostate cancer, so I’m sure that most golf clubs in the UK will have been affected by the disease in some way. As a man in my early 50s, I know it’s important for me to be aware of my risk of prostate cancer and the steps I can take.
“The golf community has backed Prostate Cancer UK brilliantly and I hope to see even more golfers out on the course this summer, continuing that support and raising money to help save lives.”
Former Scottish rugby international Kenny Logan, now a keen golfer, was successfully treated for prostate cancer in 2022 and says the Big Golf race inspires him to play more golf.
“When you’re out playing golf, you’re comfortable and can chat and open up to your mates. I didn’t take up golf until I was 14, but I love it,” said Logan. “I’ve said that since I recovered from prostate cancer, I want to play more golf, and The Big Golf Race is a great challenge.”
Seren Evans, Senior Head of Mass Fundraising at Prostate Cancer UK, added: “It’s amazing to see so many famous faces from the sporting world joining us and supporting the Big Golf Race again in 2026.
“Having the backing of so many top names will go a long way to encouraging even more golfers to pick up their clubs and save lives with every swing this summer.”
Golfers who sign-up to The Big Golf Race will receive a fundraising pack, including golf balls, tees, pencils and a fundraising guide, plus there are opportunities to earn incentive gifts with every swing. Every golfer who raises £250 will be entered into a draw to win a golfing holiday at Aphrodite Hills resort in Cyprus, while the overall top fundraiser will claim the ultimate golf package worth £2,000, courtesy of Titleist.
Also for 2026, leading high-street retailer Charles Tyrwhitt is sponsoring Prostate Cancer UK’s work across golf, including The Big Golf Race. Charles Tyrwhitt is supporting Big Golf Racers to go the distance by offering participants 20% off store-wide, including their performance range, and by entering their own Big Golf Race team.
To sign-up to The Big Golf Race, visit www.biggolfrace.prostatecanceruk.org
