Conor Purcell
McIlroy looms large as 66 thrusts him into Irish Open contention
Rory McIlroy modestly contends he is not an intimidating figure, but he's now the favourite to win his second Horizon Irish Open after firing a six-under 66 to go into the final round just two shots behind Germany's Hurly Long at The K Club.
More money for fewer players; Golf Ireland scheme hands out €245,000 to just seven golfers
Golf Ireland offers ambitious young players a clear pathway from the amateur game to the world’s top tours and this week it officially launched the 2023 Golf Ireland Professional Scheme with seven golfers receiving €35,000 each from Sport Ireland.
Harrington three back as Purcell pips Kearney in Hilary Links at The Island
Portmarnock’s Conor Purcell edged out Royal Dublin’s Niall Kearney on a countback as three-time Major winner and society President Padraig Harrington finished three shots back in the second Hilary Links Golf Society outing of the season at The Island.