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

“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 MastersComment

“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 MastersComment

"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 MastersComment

"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 MastersComment

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 MastersComment

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

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

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 McIlroyComment

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 CupComment

"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 CupComment

"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 MastersComment

"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 MastersComment

"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 ShipnuckComment

"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 ShipnuckComment

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.

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

Amateur golfAmateur newsApril 02, 2026West of Ireland Championship, Dylan Holmes, County Sligo GC

Holmes aiming for back to back West wins

Dylan Holmes begins his bid to become the first back-to-back West of Ireland winner since Rory McIlroy at Rosses Point on Friday.

Amateur golfAmateur newsApril 02, 2026West of Ireland Championship, Dylan Holmes, County Sligo GC

Holmes aiming for back to back West wins

HotelPlanner TourBrian KeoghApril 02, 2026James Sugrue, Mallow Golf Club

James Sugrue: Back from the brink and ready to launch

For James Sugrue, the road back to professional golf has been anything but straightforward.

HotelPlanner TourBrian KeoghApril 02, 2026James Sugrue, Mallow Golf Club

James Sugrue: Back from the brink and ready to launch

Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 01, 2026Champions Retreat Golf ClubBeth Coulter, Augusta National Women’s Amateur, Augusta National

Solid start for Coulter in Augusta National Women’s Amateur

Beth Coulter made a solid start to the Augusta National Women’s Amateur.

Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 01, 2026Champions Retreat Golf ClubBeth Coulter, Augusta National Women’s Amateur, Augusta National

Solid start for Coulter in Augusta National Women’s Amateur

Legends TourBrian KeoghApril 01, 2026OFX Irish Legends, Paul McGinley, Carton House

Carton House to host OFX Irish Legends

The Montgomerie Course at Carton House will host the OFX Irish Legends from July 10–12.

Legends TourBrian KeoghApril 01, 2026OFX Irish Legends, Paul McGinley, Carton House

Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 01, 2026Champions Retreat Golf ClubBeth Coulter, Augusta National Women's Amateur, Strokes Gained Ratings, Golf Ireland

Coulter seeks more glory for Co Down at Augusta

Beth Coulter hopes she can make it two wins in a row for Co Down when she tries to emulate 2025 Masters champion Rory McIlroy and win the Augusta National Women’s Amateur this week.

Amateur golfBrian KeoghApril 01, 2026Champions Retreat Golf ClubBeth Coulter, Augusta National Women's Amateur, Strokes Gained Ratings, Golf Ireland

Coulter seeks more glory for Co Down at Augusta

Tourism, TravelTravelMarch 31, 2026Trump Turnberry, Turnberry, Donald Trump

Trump Turnberry introduces exclusive Lighthouse membership

Trump Turnberry has introduced its exclusive Lighthouse Membership.

Tourism, TravelTravelMarch 31, 2026Trump Turnberry, Turnberry, Donald Trump

Trump Turnberry introduces exclusive Lighthouse membership

DP World Tour, PGA Tour, LPGABrian KeoghMarch 30, 2026Shane Lowry, Texas Children's Houston Open., Gary Woodland

Lowry shakes off lingering Cognizant hangover in time for Masters

“I think I might have let what happened at the Cognizant dwell over me for a bit longer than I should have. “

DP World Tour, PGA Tour, LPGABrian KeoghMarch 30, 2026Shane Lowry, Texas Children's Houston Open., Gary Woodland

Lowry shakes off lingering Cognizant hangover in time for Masters