“Free agency has finally come to golf.” So crowed Greg Norman after 42 golfers were confirmed for the opening tournament on the Saudi-funded LIV Golf series. The breakaway golf league, which will compete with more established tours, such as PGA, European and Asian, is putting up serious prize-funds to lure top golfers away, with $25 […]

4 years ago

“I would definitely take up on that offer if it was possible.” If James Sugrue can get back to Ireland and pass all the necessary health checks, one hopes the Irish Open organisers can do him a major solid. Following their opening day pairing at the US Open, Lee Westwood spoke about how well Irish […]

5 years ago

With his lead shaved to four shots on both Lee Westwood and Rickie Fowler going on birdie streaks, this was Lowry’s response. Shane Lowry was open enough to admit, on Saturday, that he would be dreaming of lifting the famous Claret Jug at Royal Portrush. The Offaly native started the final round of The open […]

7 years ago

The English golfer knows all about chasing a Major and feeling the heat. On nine occasions, Lee Westwood has either finished second or third in a Major. Facing the press on Saturday evening, after putting himself in position for another dart, the former world number one spoke about what tournament leader Shane Lowry will be […]

7 years ago

Two Irishmen feature on the list

9 years ago

A lovely gesture from the golfer

9 years ago