MajorsBrian KeoghApril 10, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubThe Masters, Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Justin Rose, Jon rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, Robert MacIntyreComment

McIlroy grabs share of Masters lead as Augusta shows its fangs

The final round of the Masters broke out on Thursday and Augusta National showed its fangs right from the start.

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 10, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubThe Masters, Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry, Justin Rose, Jon rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, Robert MacIntyreComment

McIlroy grabs share of Masters lead as Augusta shows its fangs

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 10, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, The MastersComment

First tee nerves prove a good sign as McIlroy makes dream Masters start

Rory McIlroy came out swinging and ignited his bid for more Masters history by embracing his first-round nerves to grab an early share of the lead at Augusta National.

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 10, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, The MastersComment

First tee nerves prove a good sign as McIlroy makes dream Masters start

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 10, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubShane Lowry, The MastersComment

Eagle helps Lowry roll with the punches and card opening 70 at Augusta

Shane Lowry rolled with the punches like a heavyweight champion and cancelled out an early four-putt with a hole-out eagle at the 13th to open with a two-under 70 at the Masters.

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 10, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubShane Lowry, The MastersComment

Eagle helps Lowry roll with the punches and card opening 70 at Augusta

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 09, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, The Masters

“It's not going to be a low-scoring Masters” - McIlroy expecting tough test at firm Augusta

Rory McIlroy is bracing himself for a massive test in his Masters defence and predicting a high winning score as Augusta National dries out.

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 09, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, The Masters

“It's not going to be a low-scoring Masters” - McIlroy expecting tough test at firm Augusta

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 09, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, The Masters

"I'm prepared for everything Augusta's going to throw at me” - McIlroy ready to go back-to-back

Rory McIlroy might have a green jacket but he's as hungry as ever to add to his Major haul this week.

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 09, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, The Masters

"I'm prepared for everything Augusta's going to throw at me” - McIlroy ready to go back-to-back

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 08, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, The Masters

Front foot McIlroy ready to go back-to-back at Augusta

Rory McIlroy believes the Masters offers him the best chance to bulk up his Major CV

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 08, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, The Masters

Front foot McIlroy ready to go back-to-back at Augusta

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 08, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubThe Masters, Shane Lowry, Tom McKibbin, Rory McIlroy

Lowry to lead off Irish challenge at the Masters

Shane Lowry insists he’s ready to “give it a good” run as he leads off the Irish contingent in the 90th Masters on Thursday.

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 08, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubThe Masters, Shane Lowry, Tom McKibbin, Rory McIlroy

Lowry to lead off Irish challenge at the Masters

Majors, LIV Golf League, Ryder CupBrian KeoghApril 08, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubJon Rahm, The Masters, Ryder Cup

"I have faith that we're going to find a resolution”— Rahm convinced he will be at Adare Manor for 2027 Ryder Cup

Jon Rahm is convinced he will be a member of the European Ryder Cup team at Adare Manor.

Majors, LIV Golf League, Ryder CupBrian KeoghApril 08, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubJon Rahm, The Masters, Ryder Cup

"I have faith that we're going to find a resolution”— Rahm convinced he will be at Adare Manor for 2027 Ryder Cup

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 08, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubTom McKibbin, The Masters

"This is the one that I've watched since I was nine years old" - McKibbin at the Masters

Tom McKibbin will make his Masters debut this week, dreaming about making the trip down Magnolia Lane an annual pilgrimage.

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 08, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubTom McKibbin, The Masters

"This is the one that I've watched since I was nine years old" - McKibbin at the Masters

BooksBrian KeoghApril 08, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, Alan Shipnuck

"Rory" and the price of control

It's easy to forget that modern sporting superstars are mini-corporations employing dozens of people whose sole function is to serve the boss and keep the show on the road.

BooksBrian KeoghApril 08, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, Alan Shipnuck

Amateur golfDaragh SmallApril 07, 2026West of Ireland Championship, County Sligo GC, Mark Cadden, Colm Campbell, Alex Kerins, Cian Harkin

Cadden claims dream West of Ireland win at the 20th

Roganstown teenager Mark Cadden said it was dream come true as he claimed the Connolly Motor Group West of Ireland Men’s Amateur Open Championship following a thrilling 20th hole victory over Wawrrenpoint’s Colm Campbell.

Amateur golfDaragh SmallApril 07, 2026West of Ireland Championship, County Sligo GC, Mark Cadden, Colm Campbell, Alex Kerins, Cian Harkin

Cadden claims dream West of Ireland win at the 20th

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 07, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubThe Masters, Patrick Reed

Patrick Reed: "I never feel overlooked when I come back"

Patrick Reed does not believe he’s golf’s forgotten man as he chases his second Masters title at Augusta National this week.

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 07, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubThe Masters, Patrick Reed

Patrick Reed: "I never feel overlooked when I come back"

Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 06, 2026West of Ireland Championship, Mark Cadden, Colm Campbell, Cian Harkin, Caolan Rafferty, Alex Kerins

Teens Cadden and Kerins eye West of Ireland glory

Teenagers Mark Cadden and Alex Kerins will face off for a place in the final of the Connolly Motor Group West of Ireland Amateur Open Championship.

Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 06, 2026West of Ireland Championship, Mark Cadden, Colm Campbell, Cian Harkin, Caolan Rafferty, Alex Kerins

Teens Cadden and Kerins eye West of Ireland glory

Majors, Amateur golf, LPGA, PGA TourBrian KeoghApril 05, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, Augusta National Women's Amateur, The Masters, Leona Maguire, Aramco Championship, Lauren Walsh, Anna Foster, Valero Texas Open, Robert MacIntyre, Ludvig Åberg

"Hopefully there'll be a mind shift change on Wednesday" - McIlroy enjoying perks of Masters defence

Rory McIlroy was reluctant to admit he's “basking” in the glory of his Masters win, but he hopes he can enjoy a "mind shift” and be ready for his title defence come Wednesday night.

Majors, Amateur golf, LPGA, PGA TourBrian KeoghApril 05, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubRory McIlroy, Augusta National Women's Amateur, The Masters, Leona Maguire, Aramco Championship, Lauren Walsh, Anna Foster, Valero Texas Open, Robert MacIntyre, Ludvig Åberg

"Hopefully there'll be a mind shift change on Wednesday" - McIlroy enjoying perks of Masters defence

Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 05, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubAugusta National Women's Amateur, Augusta National, Maria Jose Marin, Asterisk Talley

Maria Jose Marin Wins the 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur

Maria Jose Marin set a new Championship record by two strokes with a 14-under 202 to win the 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur.

Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 05, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubAugusta National Women's Amateur, Augusta National, Maria Jose Marin, Asterisk Talley

Maria Jose Marin Wins the 2026 Augusta National Women's Amateur

Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 05, 2026West of Ireland Championship, County Sligo GC, Jonathan Keane

Keane tops West qualifiers as second round is abandoned due to Storm Dave

Lahinch’s Jonathan Keane topped the qualifiers as Storm Dave swept across Rosses Point and the second strokeplay qualifying round for the West of Ireland Championship was abandoned due to high winds.

Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 05, 2026West of Ireland Championship, County Sligo GC, Jonathan Keane

Keane tops West qualifiers as second round is abandoned due to Storm Dave

Ladies European Tour, LPGABrian KeoghApril 04, 2026Aramco Championship, Shadow Creek, Leona, Leona Maguire, Anna Foster, lauren walsh

“It's almost bordering on a US Open-style setup” - Leona contending in Vegas

Leona Maguire showed her love for Shadow Creek to battle her way into contention at the $4 million Aramco Championship

Ladies European Tour, LPGABrian KeoghApril 04, 2026Aramco Championship, Shadow Creek, Leona, Leona Maguire, Anna Foster, lauren walsh

“It's almost bordering on a US Open-style setup” - Leona contending in Vegas

Amateur golf, PGA TourBrian KeoghApril 04, 2026West of Ireland Championship, Jonathan Keane, Valero Texas Open, Robert MacIntyre, seamus power

Keane hits route 66 to lead as players brace for Storm Dave

Lahinch’s Jonathan Keane fired an incredible five under 66 to set the pace in the Connolly Motor Group West of Ireland

Amateur golf, PGA TourBrian KeoghApril 04, 2026West of Ireland Championship, Jonathan Keane, Valero Texas Open, Robert MacIntyre, seamus power

Keane hits route 66 to lead as players brace for Storm Dave

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 03, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubBrandel Chamblee, Paul McGinley, Live At, The Masters

"There's an ageing curve, and it's real" — Can McIlroy strike again?

Can Rory McIlroy continue to add Majors to his CV? That depends say Paul McGinley and Brandel Chamblee.

MajorsBrian KeoghApril 03, 2026Augusta National Golf ClubBrandel Chamblee, Paul McGinley, Live At, The Masters

"There's an ageing curve, and it's real" — Can McIlroy strike again?

LPGA, Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 03, 2026Carton House, O'Meara CourseAramco Championship, Valero Texas Open, Leona Maguire, Lauren Walsh, Anna Foster, Seamus Power, Asterisk Talley, Augusta National Women's Amateur, Beth Coulter

Walsh and Maguire contend in Vegas as Power trails in Texas

LPGA rookie Lauren Walsh birdied four of her last six holes to open with a two-under 70 and share 11th place with Leona Maguire at the Aramco Championship in Las Vegas.