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R&A Expected To Pass Motion To Allow Women Members For First Time

Members of the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews "are expected to pass a motion in favour of women being admitted as members" on Thursday, according to Ewan Murray of the London GUARDIAN. The 260-year-old institution will take a ballot over the issue. R&A CEO Peter Dawson has previously admitted to “strong support” within the membership for change. A result is expected between 6pm and 7pm on Thursday "on the admission of women and a move to fast-track up to 15 new female members." A spokesperson for the R&A said on Wednesday, “Over 2,400 ballot papers have been sent out and the vote is independently scrutinized by Electoral Reform Services. A simple majority is required to effect the proposed change." Annika Sorenstam, the winner of 10 majors; Lady Angela Bonallack; Judy Bell and Carol Semple Thompson "have all been mooted as potential members" (GUARDIAN, 9/17).

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