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Phelan plotting his own course

Kevin Phelan has packed just about everything into his first 18 months as professional bar a win. But given his progress since he took the plunge after the 2013 Walker Cup, the touring professional for Mount Juliet will soon be one of Ireland’s established tour stars.

Phelan plotting his own course

Maybin hits route 66 in Turin

Sweden’s Joel Sjohom leads the Italian Open after an opening 64 in Turin. Picture: Fran Caffrey/www.golffile.ieGareth Maybin gave himself an early 32nd birthday present when he fired a six-under par 66 to share third place behind leader Joel Sjoholm in the BMW Italian Open in Turin.