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Rory McIlroy: ‘It sort of sucks going off in the middle of the pack on a Sunday’

Rory McIlroy: ‘It sort of sucks going off in the middle of the pack on a Sunday’

World No 1 to spend time off trying to find some feel after disappointing return to action

Tue Jun 30 2020 - 06:00
Rory McIlroy still off his best as Dustin Johnson wins Travelers

Rory McIlroy still off his best as Dustin Johnson wins Travelers

American continued his streak of winning every season he has played on the PGA Tour

Sun Jun 28 2020 - 22:37
Rory McIlroy opens up with blistering 63 at Travelers Championship

Rory McIlroy opens up with blistering 63 at Travelers Championship

Leader Mackenzie Hughes just misses out on a 59 but opens up early three-shot lead

Thu Jun 25 2020 - 18:45
PGA Tour to continue despite a number of defections due to Covid-19 concerns

PGA Tour to continue despite a number of defections due to Covid-19 concerns

Koepka, Berger and McDowell among the non-starters in the Travelers

Thu Jun 25 2020 - 06:33
PGA of America insist Ryder Cup ‘remains as scheduled’

PGA of America insist Ryder Cup ‘remains as scheduled’

Patrick Reed and Jon Rahm the latest players to speak against playing without fans

Tue Jun 23 2020 - 16:31
Different Strokes: Tiger Woods bringing something new to Pebble Beach

Different Strokes: Tiger Woods bringing something new to Pebble Beach

So Yeon Ryu donates winning cheque to Covid-19 relief, word of mouth and more

Tue Jun 23 2020 - 06:00
Rory McIlroy glad to head for different test in Connecticut

Rory McIlroy glad to head for different test in Connecticut

World number one not afraid to say that Harbour Town doesn’t quite suit his game

Tue Jun 23 2020 - 05:00
Nick Watney tests positive for Covid-19 at RBC Heritage as Simpson leads

Nick Watney tests positive for Covid-19 at RBC Heritage as Simpson leads

Shane Lowry and Graeme McDowell both missed the cut despite good second rounds

Fri Jun 19 2020 - 21:40
Ian Poulter starts hot at Hilton Head as Rory McIlroy stalls

Ian Poulter starts hot at Hilton Head as Rory McIlroy stalls

44-year-old shares clubhouse lead after a 64 but world number one struggles to a 72

Fri Jun 19 2020 - 07:35
Rory McIlroy: ‘If you really care about your career you should be here’

Rory McIlroy: ‘If you really care about your career you should be here’

World number one surprised likes of Tommy Fleetwood didn’t make the trip to the US

Wed Jun 17 2020 - 18:35
Different Strokes: Bulking season for Bryson DeChambeau

Different Strokes: Bulking season for Bryson DeChambeau

American’s new physique has helped add 30 yards off the tee - as shown on Tour return

Tue Jun 16 2020 - 10:00
PGA Tour ‘bubble’ moves east after successful return

PGA Tour ‘bubble’ moves east after successful return

World number one Rory McIlroy heads strongest ever field at RBC Heritage Classic

Tue Jun 16 2020 - 06:30
Rory McIlroy simulates to accumulate with stunning 63 in Texas

Rory McIlroy simulates to accumulate with stunning 63 in Texas

World No 1 took advantage of some practice at his rental home before round two

Fri Jun 12 2020 - 20:09
Golfers find that old habits die hard on return to action in Texas

Golfers find that old habits die hard on return to action in Texas

Justin Rose takes early clubhouse lead as PGA returns following suspension

Thu Jun 11 2020 - 23:58
Charles Schwab Challenge - All you need to know

Charles Schwab Challenge - All you need to know

Your guide to the PGA Tour’s return, where defending champion Kevin Na is a 45/1 shot

Thu Jun 11 2020 - 07:58
Rory McIlroy delighted to be back in the swing of things again

Rory McIlroy delighted to be back in the swing of things again

World No 1 to make his tournament debut at the famous Colonial Country Club in Fort Worth

Wed Jun 10 2020 - 21:41
Testing time as top-class field prepare to embrace new normal at Colonial

Testing time as top-class field prepare to embrace new normal at Colonial

Stringent protocols – but no spectators – in place for the return of the PGA Tour

Wed Jun 10 2020 - 06:00
Increase in membership a plus for adapting golf clubs

Increase in membership a plus for adapting golf clubs

Reduced prices and suspension of other sports has seen more players joining

Tue Jun 02 2020 - 06:00
GUI release protocols for return to club competitions

GUI release protocols for return to club competitions

Different Strokes: Phase 2 guidelines broadened, word of mouth, know the rules and more

Mon Jun 01 2020 - 13:58
October dates being considered for Irish Open at Mount Juliet

October dates being considered for Irish Open at Mount Juliet

Rolex Series event not included in initial revised European Tour schedule

Thu May 28 2020 - 14:48
Different Strokes: Rose’s club deal fails to bloom after opening flourish

Different Strokes: Rose’s club deal fails to bloom after opening flourish

ILGU scrap inter-clubs, Manassero’s high point, In the Bag, Know the Rules

Tue May 26 2020 - 06:00
Different Strokes: Meadow and Maguire have to sit tight and wait

Different Strokes: Meadow and Maguire have to sit tight and wait

McIlroy on his wedge play, McDowell enjoys Seminole and calls for mixed teams

Tue May 19 2020 - 06:00
Immaculate conditions greet golfers as fairways hum again

Immaculate conditions greet golfers as fairways hum again

Huge logistical effort has gone in to setting up courses, as seen at Malahide Golf Club

Mon May 18 2020 - 16:47
Golf’s back and every shank, hook and knockdown will feel the love

Golf’s back and every shank, hook and knockdown will feel the love

Pent-up demand among golfers has seen club websites crash with the weight of bookings

Sun May 17 2020 - 09:00
Harrington staying put in Ireland and working on his putting

Harrington staying put in Ireland and working on his putting

‘You’re not to travel ... and going out there for my golf is far from necessary’

Fri May 15 2020 - 06:00
All you need to know as top level golf restarts this week

All you need to know as top level golf restarts this week

Three of the top-10 women in the world will compete at the KLPGA Championship

Wed May 13 2020 - 06:00
GUI cancels a number of events but Irish Close will be played

GUI cancels a number of events but Irish Close will be played

West, East, North and South Championships have all fallen by the wayside due to Covid-19

Tue May 12 2020 - 17:51
Sporting Controversies: Joe Sheridan’s ‘goal’ and the chaos that followed

Sporting Controversies: Joe Sheridan’s ‘goal’ and the chaos that followed

Infamous late goal to win the Leinster SFC for Meath eventually resulted in court cases

Mon May 11 2020 - 05:30
Man of many voices Conor Moore riding high in the USA

Man of many voices Conor Moore riding high in the USA

Mullingar native has carved unique niche for himself in golfing world with his impersonations

Sat May 09 2020 - 06:00
Golfers may be restricted to nine holes under return-to-play protocols

Golfers may be restricted to nine holes under return-to-play protocols

Golf courses to run at just over half of their capacity to help with physical distancing measures

Fri May 08 2020 - 21:04
Philip Reid: Border anomaly means Northern golfers can play courses in Republic

Philip Reid: Border anomaly means Northern golfers can play courses in Republic

Northern Ireland-based members of clubs will not have to abide by 5km restrictions

Wed May 06 2020 - 06:00
Golfers urged not to break 5km limit as clubs await return to play protocols

Golfers urged not to break 5km limit as clubs await return to play protocols

‘We are very fortunate it is a sport where people are very used to following the rules’

Tue May 05 2020 - 06:00
Different Strokes: Rory McIlroy to pair up with Dustin Johnson for Covid-19 fundraiser

Different Strokes: Rory McIlroy to pair up with Dustin Johnson for Covid-19 fundraiser

Duo will take on Rickie Fowler and Matthew Wolff in Florida on May 17th

Mon May 04 2020 - 14:25
Self-policing looks like the only way for golf clubs to abide by 5km ruling

Self-policing looks like the only way for golf clubs to abide by 5km ruling

Another issue facing golf clubs will be how to cater for over 70s as lockdown is relaxed

Mon May 04 2020 - 06:00
Different Strokes: Lowry keen on Ryder Cup dream team with McIlroy

Different Strokes: Lowry keen on Ryder Cup dream team with McIlroy

Cejka checks out with mini-tour win, Pádraig’s tasty tips, remembering the great Patty Berg

Tue Apr 28 2020 - 06:00
Options running out for staging Irish Open in 2020

Options running out for staging Irish Open in 2020

Free weeks starting to run out ahead of any potential restart of European Tour

Mon Apr 27 2020 - 18:40
Pádraig Harrington knows sports science is key to staying ahead of the curve

Pádraig Harrington knows sports science is key to staying ahead of the curve

Three-time Major winner says work with Orreco allows him get the best from his body

Wed Apr 15 2020 - 05:30
Different Strokes: Ian Finnis an easy bet for caddie of the year

Different Strokes: Ian Finnis an easy bet for caddie of the year

Tommy Fleetwood’s bagman has been raising money for his out of work colleagues

Tue Apr 14 2020 - 08:11
Masters Meltdowns: How even Major winners wilt under Augusta’s intense spotlight

Masters Meltdowns: How even Major winners wilt under Augusta’s intense spotlight

The likes of Norman, McIlroy and Spieth experienced the perils of a unique challenge

Fri Apr 10 2020 - 06:00
JP McManus Pro-Am postponed for 12 months

JP McManus Pro-Am postponed for 12 months

High profile event at Adare Manor will now take place in July 2021

Tue Apr 07 2020 - 15:55
New PGA Tour schedule could bring an end to the year like no other

New PGA Tour schedule could bring an end to the year like no other

The British Open has been cancelled but new dates have been found for the US Majors

Mon Apr 06 2020 - 18:42
My favourite sporting moment: 2011 All-Ireland football final

My favourite sporting moment: 2011 All-Ireland football final

Dublin’s day of deliverance proved a sporting epiphany for those with blue blood

Sat Apr 04 2020 - 13:00
Leona Maguire knows staying put was the right choice as rookie season halted

Leona Maguire knows staying put was the right choice as rookie season halted

Niall Horan and Paul McGinley among those to advise golfer not to travel to the US

Thu Apr 02 2020 - 06:00
Irish Open the latest European Tour event to be postponed

Irish Open the latest European Tour event to be postponed

Rolex Series tournament was due to be played at the end of May at Mount Juliet

Mon Mar 30 2020 - 16:48
Different Strokes: Disability golfer Brendan Lawlor gets some top backing

Different Strokes: Disability golfer Brendan Lawlor gets some top backing

Evian on the ball . . . world of mouth . . . in numbers . . . on this day . . . know the rules

Mon Mar 30 2020 - 16:06
Former Irish Open winner John O’Leary has died

Former Irish Open winner John O’Leary has died

Pádraig Harrington and Paul McGinley among those to pay tribute to ‘larger than life character’

Thu Mar 26 2020 - 15:42
Golf clubs big and small concerned over future due to coronavirus outbreak

Golf clubs big and small concerned over future due to coronavirus outbreak

Loss of revenues and cash flow issues to the fore for some of the over 400 clubs on the island

Thu Mar 26 2020 - 06:00
Some golf courses remain open despite recommendations from governing bodies

Some golf courses remain open despite recommendations from governing bodies

Roganstown and Swords in north county Dublin among clubs allowing members out

Wed Mar 25 2020 - 18:44
GUI and ILGU call on all golf clubs on island to close their facilities

GUI and ILGU call on all golf clubs on island to close their facilities

Unions will monitor options to offer clubs business support during close down

Tue Mar 24 2020 - 18:32
Different Strokes: McIlroy would use world rankings to decide Ryder Cup team

Different Strokes: McIlroy would use world rankings to decide Ryder Cup team

Rankings frozen for now; Perks peaks at the perfect time; Twitter Twaddle; Know the Rules

Mon Mar 23 2020 - 15:22
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