Ewan Murray meets Ewen Murray to discuss career mix-ups and Tiger Woods

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Ewan Murray meets Ewen Murray to discuss career mix-ups and Tiger Woods

Summary

Ewan Murray of The Guardian and Ewen Murray of Sky Sports Golf talked about their experiences being confused for one another by fans. The issue began in 2011 with a critical email from a viewer in Arizona, which was directed to Ewan of The Guardian after a Sky Sports commentary involving Tiger Woods. This incident illustrates the challenges they face due to their similar names within the sports journalism community. The discussion reflects on their respective careers and the humorous side of their frequent mix-ups.

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Key Details

•Ewan Murray and Ewen Murray discuss 15 years of mix-ups.
•The mix-up began with a critical email from a viewer in 2011.
•Ewen Murray's commentary on Tiger Woods triggered confusion.
•The conversation delves into their careers and personal anecdotes.

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What they're saying

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Guardian journalist Ewan Murray and Sky Sports Golf commentator Ewen Murray on being mixed up by irate fans and ‘canteen commandos’ It started with an email in early 2011. “I don’t know what it is like in your country, sir,” wrote angry of Arizona. “But here in America we SPIT!!!” The penny eventually dropped. Ewen Murray’s commentary on Sky Sports about Tiger Woods emptying his mouth on a putting surface in Dubai triggered a reaction fired directly towards Ewan Murray of the Guardian. Murray of Sky fame can still recall it. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Ewan Murray

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