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Higgins and McDermott go lowest on day one at Westport Pro-Am
David Higgins and Michael McDermott were both among the last groups on the course on day one of the Westport Pro-Am, but the fading light didn't seem to bother either man
Lowry backing Maguire to play key role for Europe over weekend
"She's unbelievable isn't she? I believe she is playing quite well and that she is going to play a lot of golf this week. If they are to win she will be the one that will them over the line."
Lowry all smiles after course record 62 at Irish Open
Shane Lowry rolled back the years to 2009 in Baltray when he fired a course record 62 to take control of the Amgen Irish Open at Trump International Golf Links Doonbeg.
Final-round 63 sees Lester finish runner-up on Sunshine Tour
"I felt quite comfortable coming down the stretch in contention and with the cameras on me - a little nervous, but quite comfortable."
Maguire shows her worth with point as foursomes ends level
Maguire's victory moves her record to 9-3-1 giving her a winning margin of 73.1% which is a record for the Solheim Cup.
Mizuno expands M.Craft X line with new modular zero-torque neck putter
The expanded M.CRAFT X line-up also introduces two new back designs, bringing the family to five interchangeable options.
Mature McKibbin can come of age at Irish Open
Tom McKibbin admitted that the teenage version of him would have struggled badly at a wind lashed Doonbeg yesterday but he showed a maturity and a touch of class to thrust himself into Irish Open contention heading into round two.
Blind and vision-impaired golf thrives at The Heath
A pioneering programme for blind and vision-impaired golfers at The Heath Golf Club in Laois is delivering both sporting progress and genuine community spirit, thanks to a partnership that began in 2022.
Foley and Murphy share 12th after day one at Hauts de France–Pas de Calais Open
Hugh Foley and Sam Murphy are tied for 12th and just five off the lead on a heavily bunched leaderboard at the Alps Tour's 2026 Hauts de France–Pas de Calais Open.
Murphy and Hurley amongst the early leaders in England
John Murphy and Gary Hurley are right in the thick of it after the opening round of the HotelPlanner Tour's English Trophy at The Caversham in Reading
Irish trio end marathon day in Irish Open contention
Joaquin Niemann described his five-under 65 as "sexy" but there was nothing appealing about the six hour plus rounds at the Amgen Irish Open despite Shane Lowry, Tom McKibbin and Rory McIlroy all ending the day firmly in contention.
Screene two off the lead after day one on LET Access Series in France
Canice Screene shot a three-under-par 69 to hold a share of fourth place after the opening round of the LET Access Series' Hauts de France Open.
65 thrusts Lester into the hunt with 18 to go on Sunshine Tour
Rowan Lester is just five shots off the lead going into the final round of the Sunshine Tour's Sunbet Challenge hosted by Sun Sibaya at The Woods at Mount Edgecombe in Durban.
M50 style chaos puts everyone on edge at Doonbeg
Pádraig Harrington said the pace of play was like being stuck in rush hour traffic in bad driving conditions. There were a few M50esque logjams out there.
Belek, Antalya – a premier golf holiday destination
With around 300 days of sunshine a year, Belek offers a fantastic opportunity to escape the unpredictable weather and enjoy great golf in the Mediterranean sun.
Maguire paired with Henseleit in opening foursomes session
The third match at 8.04am features Esther Henseleit of Germany and Irishwoman Leona Maguire, who will face Andrea Lee and Lindy Duncan.
Higgins: ‘If you take out three holes I am happy with my performance’
"It's surreal to be here now. To make my debut at the Irish Open is unreal. Just really grateful to Golf Ireland for the invite. I couldn't have imagined a better place to start my pro career than here."
Nine revealing findings inside LIV’s bankruptcy filings
We pored through those documents and picked out several findings that help tell the story of where LIV has been and where it hopes to go. Check them out below.
Coulter targeting a good fortnight to put her on the cusp of an LET card
"I literally got there like five minutes before the gate closed, and I was like, 'Oh my God, I made it'. And my golf clubs made it too, thank God."
Shackles off for Sharvin as he looks forward to a pressure-free Irish Open
"It's been a few years since I've played an Irish Open, and the last few times I was here I was fighting to keep a card and my game wasn't in great shape. I feel like I've got a different outlook this year."
Higgins enjoying mixing with the great and the good on Irish Open debut
"You're doing something right if you are surrounded by those guys. It's brilliant, a great experience. I had a nice practice round with Harrington and Lowry on Monday, a nice nine holes. It was just great to play with them and learn a bit."
‘Proud’ Harrington set to re-write the history books at Doonbeg
"You turn up at an Irish Open and from Monday morning onwards, it's like you're leading a tournament going into Sunday: The expectation, the talk, the questions."
Refreshed Lowry ready to let best version of himself shine in Doonbeg
"I feel like the last few years, I come into this part of the season or the latter part of the season kind of going through the motions because I feel like I'm over golfed, whereas I don't feel like that this year."
A Masters invitation for future Irish Open winners? McIlroy feels it’s ‘inevitable’
"I spoke to Chairman Ridley about this a lot and I really applaud their dedication to international golf and getting behind some of the international opens."
Lee-McNamara crowned 2026 Bridgestone Women’s Order of Merit champion
Royal Portrush golfer Hannah Lee-McNamara has been crowned Bridgestone Women’s Order of Merit champion after a nail-biting finish to the season.
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