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Herbert takes centre stage at Irish Open

Herbert takes centre stage at Irish Open

Australia's Lucas Herbert carded a superb first-round 64 to snatch the lead at the Irish Open and upstage some of the biggest names in the game. 2 Jul 2021
So-called expert golf tips for this week

So-called expert golf tips for this week

Three winners for the team of so-called experts last week, as well as a runner-up. Can they keep this impressive form going in Detroit, Ireland and Texas? 30 Jun 2021
The Preview: Dubai Duty Free Irish Open

The Preview: Dubai Duty Free Irish Open

The European Tour begins its run of five consecutive events in Ireland and the United Kingdom this week. First up: the Irish Open at Mount Juliet Estate. Here’s everything you need to know about the event. 29 Jun 2021
Winner's Bag: John Catlin – Dubai Duty Free Irish Open

Winner's Bag: John Catlin – Dubai Duty Free Irish Open

American John Catlin claimed his second European Tour title in a month at the Irish Open on Sunday. Here is what the 29-year-old had in the bag. 28 Sep 2020
Catlin cards 64 to win Irish Open

Catlin cards 64 to win Irish Open

American John Catlin shot a brilliant six-under-par 64 to move up seven places on the final day and clinch his second European Tour title in three weeks at the Irish Open. 28 Sep 2020
So-called expert golf tips for this week

So-called expert golf tips for this week

Our so-called experts turn their attention to the PGA and European Tours, some licking their wounds and others riding a wave of confidence after the US Open last week. See who they like in the Dominican Republic and Northern Ireland. 22 Sep 2020
The Preview: Dubai Duty Free Irish Open

The Preview: Dubai Duty Free Irish Open

The European Tour travels to Northern Ireland this week as Galgorm Castle Golf Club welcomes the Irish Open for the first time. Only two players – fan favourite Shane Lowry and Thai youngster Jazz Janewattananond – will feature from the world’s top-65 players, as the event feels the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. 22 Sep 2020
Irish Open postponed due to coronavirus

Irish Open postponed due to coronavirus

The Irish Open has become the latest European Tour tournament to be postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic. 31 Mar 2020
Rahm roars to seal second Irish Open title

Rahm roars to seal second Irish Open title

Spain's Jon Rahm clinched his second Irish Open title with an impressive final round of 62 to seal a two-shot victory on Sunday. 8 Jul 2019
Local Harrington seizes lead at Irish Open

Local Harrington seizes lead at Irish Open

Padraig Harrington has shot a superb seven-under 63 for his lowest opening round on the European Tour in 18 years to take a one-shot lead on the first day of the Irish Open. 5 Jul 2019
Morri: Links golf … Now that’s entertainment

Morri: Links golf … Now that’s entertainment

For many golf fans – this writer included – the next few weeks represent the best time of year to be a spectator of the professional game. 4 Jul 2019
McIlroy prioritises US Tour over Europe

McIlroy prioritises US Tour over Europe

Rory McIlroy has revealed that he may not fulfill the requirements for European Tour membership next season, even though it could cost him the chance to be Ryder Cup captain. 14 Nov 2018
Knox narrowly beats Fox in Irish Open

Knox narrowly beats Fox in Irish Open

Ryan Fox has come agonisingly close to winning the STG5.3-million ($A9.5-million) Irish Open, losing in a playoff to Scotland's Russel Knox at the Ballyliffin Golf Club. 9 Jul 2018
Rory’s Homecoming

Rory’s Homecoming

Rory McIlroy hosts the Irish Open at Ballyliffin this week and is in dire need of some good form. Will he find his game at home? 4 Jul 2018
EURO TOUR: Rahm storms to Irish win despite rules scare

EURO TOUR: Rahm storms to Irish win despite rules scare

Jon Rahm has fired a seven under 65 to win the Irish Open by six shots despite being queried mid-round about a possible rules infraction. 10 Jul 2017