Robert Hoye wins 2026 Ray Haddock Alister MacKenzie Lido Prize contest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Robert Hoye claimed victory in the 2026 Ray Haddock Alister MacKenzie Lido Prize contest with his conceptual par 4 hole, "Saddle Up!", announced on June 11, 2026. Hoye's design showcased MacKenzie's principles, featuring natural and artificial elements alongside strategic plays. This marks Hoye's second consecutive win in the contest, joining an elite group of multiple winners. He will receive $3,000 in prize money and travel funds for the Alister MacKenzie Society's annual meeting at Crystal Downs this fall.
- •Hoye's design 'Saddle Up!' emphasizes strategic shot placement.
- •Contest incorporates Alister MacKenzie's 13 design principles.
- •Hoye is only the fourth person to win multiple times.
- •He receives $3,000 and travel funds for the Alister MacKenzie Society meeting.
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