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New-found maturity helps Sergio Garcia clinch Major triumph

New-found maturity helps Sergio Garcia clinch Major triumph

While hot putter put new champion in frame, changed mental attitude was key

Thu Apr 20 2017 - 16:38
Out of Bounds: Golf balls are going further and further with nothing being done

Out of Bounds: Golf balls are going further and further with nothing being done

Distance stats continue to increase with governing bodies showing no sign of change

Wed Apr 19 2017 - 12:30
Edmondstown Golf Club the victors on Langer’s course

Edmondstown Golf Club the victors on Langer’s course

Allianz Irish Times Officers’ Challenge regional qualifier takes place in Portmarnock

Tue Apr 18 2017 - 01:00
Paul Dunne can find consolation despite playoff defeat

Paul Dunne can find consolation despite playoff defeat

Irish golfer moves up to 20th in Road to Dubai standings after loss to Edoardo Molinari

Sun Apr 16 2017 - 20:34
Out of Bounds: Pádraig Harrington Europe’s Major code-breaker

Out of Bounds: Pádraig Harrington Europe’s Major code-breaker

European success rate rose from 4.9 to 38.5 per cent in the 39 Majors after his 2007 win

Wed Apr 12 2017 - 11:30
A look at Sergio Garcia’s Seve-like back nine to win US Masters

A look at Sergio Garcia’s Seve-like back nine to win US Masters

The Spaniard scrambled and dazzled on the final holes at Augusta to win a green jacket

Mon Apr 10 2017 - 18:00
The 2017 US Masters: Five things we learned at Augusta

The 2017 US Masters: Five things we learned at Augusta

The first proves devillishly difficult while Shane Lowry appeared to be undercooked

Mon Apr 10 2017 - 06:00
Sergio Garcia outlasts Justin Rose in a US Masters battle for the ages

Sergio Garcia outlasts Justin Rose in a US Masters battle for the ages

Spaniard finally got over the line in a major championship after so many close calls

Mon Apr 10 2017 - 00:58
Sergio Garcia and Justin Rose lead star-studded Masters pack

Sergio Garcia and Justin Rose lead star-studded Masters pack

It’s set to be a stunning final day at Augusta with Rory McIlroy still just about in touch

Sun Apr 09 2017 - 00:46
Rory McIlroy lurking with intent after tough Masters grind

Rory McIlroy lurking with intent after tough Masters grind

Hoffman, Pieters, Garcia and Fowler held the halfway lead after day two at Augusta

Sat Apr 08 2017 - 14:52
Poor start leaves Shane Lowry struggling on day two at Augusta

Poor start leaves Shane Lowry struggling on day two at Augusta

Offalyman signs for a disappointing 79 and looks likely to miss the cut by a single shot

Fri Apr 07 2017 - 22:09
Philip Reid’s Augusta Diary: Friday

Philip Reid’s Augusta Diary: Friday

Steve Williams still going strong, Tiger helps William McGirt and much more

Fri Apr 07 2017 - 21:48
Rory McIlory makes late surge as winds whip up stiff Masters test

Rory McIlory makes late surge as winds whip up stiff Masters test

Shane Lowry hits 72, as Charley Hoffman defies the conditions to finish seven-under

Fri Apr 07 2017 - 01:10
Rory McIlroy confident he can join elite club at Augusta

Rory McIlroy confident he can join elite club at Augusta

Increased focus on his short game could help Irishman seal grand slam of Major titles

Thu Apr 06 2017 - 12:44
Out of Bounds: Augusta is more than just golf

Out of Bounds: Augusta is more than just golf

From James Brown to the Confederate Monument, there’s more than just golf here

Wed Apr 05 2017 - 12:30
Philip Reid’s Augusta Diary: Wednesday

Philip Reid’s Augusta Diary: Wednesday

Willett climbing Everest, Thunderstorms due, Pressure on Hideki Matsuyama

Wed Apr 05 2017 - 10:00
Rory McIlroy primed for action in US Masters

Rory McIlroy primed for action in US Masters

Irishman opts for new fairway woods in his bag ahead of tilt at coveted Augusta Masters glory

Wed Apr 05 2017 - 08:53
Top Tips: Five contenders who can down Dustin at the Masters

Top Tips: Five contenders who can down Dustin at the Masters

The odds, form overview and what needs to click for the main men heading to Augusta

Tue Apr 04 2017 - 23:00
Shane Lowry hoping it’s third time lucky at Augusta

Shane Lowry hoping it’s third time lucky at Augusta

After his wedding and arrival of a baby daughter, Lowry has golf on his mind again

Tue Apr 04 2017 - 01:00
For Rickie Fowler the Masters could be a breeze

For Rickie Fowler the Masters could be a breeze

Texan is not afraid of the winds at Augusta and is ready to challenge for a green jacket

Mon Apr 03 2017 - 21:15
Masters week begins as Irish duo eye green jacket

Masters week begins as Irish duo eye green jacket

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry take different approaches to Major preparations

Mon Apr 03 2017 - 01:00
His Masters vice: Rory McIlroy still missing that  elusive Major

His Masters vice: Rory McIlroy still missing that elusive Major

Northern Irish man will have to master Augusta and his demons to enter history books

Sat Apr 01 2017 - 06:00
Out of Bounds: European Tour envy as elite focus on matters stateside

Out of Bounds: European Tour envy as elite focus on matters stateside

In the four weeks since India Open, there’s been no regular events on European Tour

Wed Mar 29 2017 - 12:30
Irish representation at Augusta looks set to be  McIlroy and  Lowry

Irish representation at Augusta looks set to be McIlroy and Lowry

Rory McIlroy has taken to visiting Augusta in the week ahead of the Masters

Mon Mar 27 2017 - 21:08
Out of Bounds: GolfSixes absence is wake-up call for Irish golf

Out of Bounds: GolfSixes absence is wake-up call for Irish golf

No new Irish player has managed to break into the world’s top-200 since Shane Lowry

Wed Mar 22 2017 - 12:00
Confident Rory McIlroy gearing up for final Masters prep

Confident Rory McIlroy gearing up for final Masters prep

Meanwhile, Shane Lowry has put a new putter in his bag for the WGC-Dell Matchplay

Mon Mar 20 2017 - 19:18
Jim Gavin's Invincibles: Dublin’s 33-match unbeaten run

Jim Gavin's Invincibles: Dublin’s 33-match unbeaten run

With history in the making in Tralee on Saturday night, Philip Reid looks back..

Fri Mar 17 2017 - 11:00
Muirfield decision puts focus on Royal Dublin and Portmarnock

Muirfield decision puts focus on Royal Dublin and Portmarnock

Two Dublin clubs continue to stick to outdated policy of male-only membership

Wed Mar 15 2017 - 01:00
Different Strokes: Bay Hill missing more than just Arnie

Different Strokes: Bay Hill missing more than just Arnie

Meanwhile, four Irish head for nine-hole test, word of mouth, Twitter twaddle and more

Tue Mar 14 2017 - 10:17
Out of Bounds: Bubba what’s gone wrong?

Out of Bounds: Bubba what’s gone wrong?

In his four starts this year a struggling Bubba Watson’s best finish is tied-25th in Hawaii

Wed Mar 08 2017 - 12:30
Different Strokes: Jon Rahm a key addition to European Tour

Different Strokes: Jon Rahm a key addition to European Tour

Paul Dunne kicking on from last year, quotes of the week, Twitter twaddle and more

Tue Mar 07 2017 - 15:25
Two important cut-off dates looming for Graeme McDowell

Two important cut-off dates looming for Graeme McDowell

Big performances needed to seal place in WGC Matchplay and US Masters

Tue Mar 07 2017 - 01:54
Derek McGrath says Waterford must find their mojo earlier

Derek McGrath says Waterford must find their mojo earlier

The visitors started off slowly at Croke Park but eventually put Dublin to the sword

Mon Mar 06 2017 - 05:00
McIlroy falters as Dustin Johnson claims WGC title

McIlroy falters as Dustin Johnson claims WGC title

Error-strewn closing round of 71 is only good enough for a share of seventh place

Sun Mar 05 2017 - 23:36
Dustin Johnson rules in Mexico as McIlroy fails to kickstart

Dustin Johnson rules in Mexico as McIlroy fails to kickstart

The world number one was pushed all the way as he picked up a fourth WGC title

Sun Mar 05 2017 - 23:03
Waterford hold off a stirring Dublin to come away with victory

Waterford hold off a stirring Dublin to come away with victory

After starting slowly Dublin woke from their slumber but Waterford had too much

Sat Mar 04 2017 - 19:04
Paul McGinley believes Rory McIlroy must cut out all the noise

Paul McGinley believes Rory McIlroy must cut out all the noise

Ex-Ryder Cup captain says other issues can prove a distraction to the Grand Slam bid

Thu Mar 02 2017 - 06:00
Out of Bounds: Lay-off may prove blessing in disguise for Rory McIlroy

Out of Bounds: Lay-off may prove blessing in disguise for Rory McIlroy

Rib injury might have peversely given him best preparation for Masters assault

Wed Mar 01 2017 - 12:00
Rory McIlroy playing catch-up as he returns to action in Mexico

Rory McIlroy playing catch-up as he returns to action in Mexico

McIlroy’s return to competition marks belated start to his build-up to the Masters

Tue Feb 28 2017 - 01:00
Cuala crush double dreams to become first Dublin club in final

Cuala crush double dreams to become first Dublin club in final

Cuala’s dream very much alive as they become first to reach All-Ireland hurling final

Sat Feb 25 2017 - 17:23
Graeme McDowell the lone Irishman standing at Honda Classic

Graeme McDowell the lone Irishman standing at Honda Classic

Padraig Harrington missed the cut with Seamus Power also heading home early

Fri Feb 24 2017 - 22:56
Out of Bounds: Just how healthy is Irish golf?

Out of Bounds: Just how healthy is Irish golf?

Look past the big names and lack of real depth on tour is disconcerting

Wed Feb 22 2017 - 13:30
Different Strokes: Clubs still struggling to keep numbers up

Different Strokes: Clubs still struggling to keep numbers up

Harrington still sticking to busy schedule, Dustin Johnson is top of the world and more

Tue Feb 21 2017 - 10:33
Des Smyth to assume role as leader of Team Ireland Golf

Des Smyth to assume role as leader of Team Ireland Golf

Experienced mentor ready to assist young players as they adjust to professional game

Mon Feb 20 2017 - 22:00
Out of Bounds: Ireland’s women golfers deserve an Irish Open

Out of Bounds: Ireland’s women golfers deserve an Irish Open

Event has now been conspicuous by absence from Ladies European Tour for five years

Wed Feb 15 2017 - 13:12
Different Strokes: New age events continue to grow

Different Strokes: New age events continue to grow

Meanwhile Harrington still struggling with shoulder injury and Spieth looking ominous

Tue Feb 14 2017 - 15:02
European Tour aims to ‘six’ up sport with GolfSixes event

European Tour aims to ‘six’ up sport with GolfSixes event

Six-hole team competition to be played in May is designed to attract younger audience

Mon Feb 13 2017 - 07:00
Dublin v Tyrone – five blasts from the past

Dublin v Tyrone – five blasts from the past

Metropolitans and Red Hand men have established a keen rivalry over last 22 years

Sat Feb 11 2017 - 11:00
Out of Bounds: Does Sergio Garcia have the balls to win a Major?

Out of Bounds: Does Sergio Garcia have the balls to win a Major?

Spaniard is in a good place on and off course but does he have the bottle to win a big one?

Wed Feb 08 2017 - 12:30
Different Strokes: Tiger Woods’ Masters odds all a bit mad

Different Strokes: Tiger Woods’ Masters odds all a bit mad

Meanwhile, Darren Clarke extends global reach and Garcia all but rules out Irish Open

Tue Feb 07 2017 - 08:01
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