Dundalk's Brendan Lawlor will replace Kipp Popert as number one in the World Ranking for Golfers with Disability after he claimed the inaugural G4D Open own the Duchess Course at Woburn.

World number open Brendan Lawlor had to settle for second as Kipp Popert defeated him in a play-off at the G4D @ Porsche European Open to secure back-to-back victories on the G4D Tour.

World Number One Brendan Lawlor headlines the field of ten competitors set for the first event of the inaugural G4D Tour season, G4D @ Betfred British Masters hosted by Danny Willett, taking place at The Belfry from May 2-3.

The DP World Tour has reinforced its commitment to inclusivity in the game of golf with the launch of the newly named G4D (Golf for the Disabled) Tour, which incorporates an expanded 2022 schedule and a transformational package of financial, commercial and media support for the European Disabled Golf Association (EDGA).

Ireland’s Brendan Lawlor opened with an impressive two under par round of 70 to take a two shot lead in the European Disabled Golfer’s Association (EDGA) Dubai Finale at Jumeirah Golf Estates.

Peter O’Keefe produced another display of control and patience to keep alive his hopes of claiming the Flogas Irish Amateur Open for the second time on a day of high winds and higher scores at The European Club.