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31 Jul 2025Meet the world record-breaking golf pro going the distance to save men’s lives
Hours of training, glow-in-the-dark golf balls, and an army of club members behind them – that’s what powered PGA member Nicolas Brewaeys and his friend Ross Lawrance through a Guinness World Record-breaking 24 hours on the course while raising funds for Prostate Cancer UK. Find out how they did it.
It’s 9.38am on Monday 23 June 2025, and the final putt of a momentous challenge drops into the hole at West Cornwall Golf Club. Cheers ring out, but there’s a moment of doubt. Have they done it? They have.
Back in 2014, Patrick McNamee and David White played 180 holes in 24 hours at Dungannon Golf Club in Northern Ireland – the Guinness World Record for the most holes played in 24 hours by two golfers walking.
But now, Nicolas and Ross have gone one better. In fact, four better. And faster too.
They completed 184 holes in just 21 hours and 45 minutes – three more than the previous record and over two hours quicker. On foot and over hilly Cornish terrain, they hit more than 900 shots and covered around 56 miles – the equivalent of walking from St Ives to Liskeard – and burned 15,000 calories in the process.
“We pushed ourselves to our mental and physical limits to raise as much money as we could for Prostate Cancer UK,” said Nicolas Brewaeys, the club professional at West Cornwall Golf Club.
“We want to say thank you to the members of West Cornwall Golf Club who were with us every step of the way, ball-spotting and just being there for motivational support.”
Their epic effort raised over £6,500 to fund lifesaving research that will help diagnose men earlier and save lives. And it wasn’t all plain sailing. While the dry spell leading up to the event left fairways in perfect condition, the duo still faced some classic British weather.
“We had some very heavy showers and two of them lasted 20 minutes each,” said Nicolas. “So everyone who was out with us got soaking wet as well, which made it extra fun but we pushed through.”
Inspired to tee up your own golf fundraiser? Email [email protected] to get started.
A community of pros making every round count
Nicolas and Ross are part of a growing community of PGA professionals turning their passion for golf into a powerful force for good.
Earlier this summer, Rick Shiels – the world’s most popular golf YouTuber and a PGA Professional – took on the Ultra Marathon Big Golf Race (that’s 100 holes in one day) at Prestwich Golf Club in Greater Manchester. He was joined by his cameraman Ben, playing in support of his dad, who’s living with advanced prostate cancer.
At Woburn Golf Club, PGA Master Professional Dan Grieve took on the Half Marathon version of The Big Golf Race – 36 holes – with some very special playing partners: his three children, including two nine-year-olds and a six-year-old playing their first ever round.
And away from the fairways, Mark Bentley, a specialist putting coach diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2022, has become one of our official golfing ambassadors. Using his story and professional network, he’s helping to raise awareness and rallying more support from the golf community.
How PGA Professionals can support your fundraising
Through our official partnership with the PGA, we’ve launched a number of initiatives with club professionals across the UK – helping them support events, host fundraisers and inspire their members.
Thinking of taking on your own challenge? Here’s how PGA pros can help:
- Ask your club’s pro to support your fundraising. They may be happy to display collection tins, posters, or our ‘Man of Men’ badges in their shop.
- Planning a Big Golf Race? Your pro might help you secure multiple tee times – and maybe even join you for a few holes.
- Booking at a new course? Mention that Prostate Cancer UK is an official charity partner of the PGA – it could make organising easier.
Looking for a supportive club near you? Check out our Big Golf Race course finder to find PGA professionals who are already backing the cause.
Join the movement. Get golfing to save lives.
Whether you're smashing records like Nicolas, playing 36 holes with your kids like Dan, or just getting a few mates together for a fourball – every swing counts.
Want to get involved or find out more? Email [email protected] or visit prostatecanceruk.org/golf
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