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US Masters: Patience will be key to McIlroy’s challenge

US Masters: Patience will be key to McIlroy’s challenge

Irishman aiming to join elite group who have claimed the career Grand Slam

Thu Apr 07 2016 - 00:06
US Masters: Five players to watch

US Masters: Five players to watch

Proven winner Bubba Watson can master Augusta again

Wed Apr 06 2016 - 23:00
Rory McIlroy determined to get the job done this time

Rory McIlroy determined to get the job done this time

Philip Reid: The World number three feels he has unfinished business at Augusta National

Wed Apr 06 2016 - 06:03
Chosen few proud of their replica US Masters trophies

Chosen few proud of their replica US Masters trophies

Mementos of past glory days at Augusta take pride of place in winners’ homes

Wed Apr 06 2016 - 00:05
Jason Day aiming to master the world’s best again

Jason Day aiming to master the world’s best again

Confident aura surrounding world number one since his US PGA triumph last year

Wed Apr 06 2016 - 00:05
Shane Lowry focused on famed Augusta National challenge

Shane Lowry focused on famed Augusta National challenge

With his old putter and a new driver in the bag, Offaly man ready to begin Masters bid

Tue Apr 05 2016 - 07:45
Hole-in-one puts pep in Rory McIlroy’s Augusta step

Hole-in-one puts pep in Rory McIlroy’s Augusta step

Irishman produces an ace on the 16th hole as he warms up for his Masters challenge

Tue Apr 05 2016 - 06:00
Augusta National and winning a golden ticket to golfing paradise

Augusta National and winning a golden ticket to golfing paradise

For amateurs lucky enough to play a round, it is usually an unforgettable experience

Sat Apr 02 2016 - 07:35
Rory McIlroy seeks morale boost in advance of US Masters

Rory McIlroy seeks morale boost in advance of US Masters

Holder looking to cut out mental errors as he defends WGC-Dell Matchplay crown

Tue Mar 22 2016 - 01:00
Irish Women of the World: Going the distance with Sonia O’Sullivan

Irish Women of the World: Going the distance with Sonia O’Sullivan

To celebrate International Women's Day, we've found an outstanding bunch of Irish women whose influence is felt around the world. Top figures in sport include a striker and a CEO, a golfer and a goalie

Tue Mar 08 2016 - 05:45
US Masters can’t come quickly enough for in-form Adam Scott

US Masters can’t come quickly enough for in-form Adam Scott

Australian continues his remarkable recent form with a great effort at WGC

Tue Mar 08 2016 - 03:10
Different Strokes: Rory McIlroy will learn from mistakes

Different Strokes: Rory McIlroy will learn from mistakes

Clash of the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational and the French Open deemed ‘unfortunate’

Mon Mar 07 2016 - 19:01
Adam Scott surges to victory at Doral as Rory McIlroy capitulates

Adam Scott surges to victory at Doral as Rory McIlroy capitulates

World number three suffered final round collapse after leading by four shots

Sun Mar 06 2016 - 23:33
Donald Trump to  visit Blue Monster

Donald Trump to visit Blue Monster

Graeme McDowell earns late spot in event after finishing fifth in Honda Classic

Mon Feb 29 2016 - 21:00
TV View: James Nesbitt gets lost in all the white noise

TV View: James Nesbitt gets lost in all the white noise

Actor entertains ringside as Eddie Jones circus continues at Twickenham

Sun Feb 28 2016 - 14:30
Rory McIlroy on course for busy time in run-up to Masters

Rory McIlroy on course for busy time in run-up to Masters

Pádraig Harrington seeks to break in to top 50, while Shane Lowry makes good PGA start

Tue Feb 16 2016 - 01:00
Momentum with Shane Lowry following another strong finish

Momentum with Shane Lowry following another strong finish

Offalyman has reason to feel confident as he heads for Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Mon Feb 08 2016 - 22:00
Dubai marks step on McIlroy’s road to US Masters

Dubai marks step on McIlroy’s road to US Masters

Defence of Desert Classic title offers Ulsterman chance to return to winning ways

Tue Feb 02 2016 - 01:00
Impressive debut finish for Paul Dunne in San Diego

Impressive debut finish for Paul Dunne in San Diego

Irish man has earned a late call up to the Phoenix Open after 13th place finish

Mon Feb 01 2016 - 20:58
Paul Dunne finishes well to move into top-20 in San Diego

Paul Dunne finishes well to move into top-20 in San Diego

Shane Lowry again hit a 71 at the Farmers Insurance Open on seasonal US Tour debut

Sat Jan 30 2016 - 02:08
Leona Maguire has eyes on Rio after carding a year to remember

Leona Maguire has eyes on Rio after carding a year to remember

World number one amateur taking success in stride as she prepares for shot at Majors

Thu Jan 28 2016 - 01:02
Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth to ignite rivalry  in Abu Dhabi

Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth to ignite rivalry in Abu Dhabi

Ireland’s Michael Hoey and Darren Clarke also in field at event in United Arab Emirates

Tue Jan 19 2016 - 01:00
Pádraig Harrington lays down early-season marker

Pádraig Harrington lays down early-season marker

Sixth-place finish in Tournament of Champions a fine start to season for Dubliner

Tue Jan 12 2016 - 01:00
Paul Dunne keen to get started after illness hits in South Africa

Paul Dunne keen to get started after illness hits in South Africa

Greystones golfer with new sponsorhip deal is targeting a return in Joburg Open

Sat Jan 09 2016 - 01:00
Olivia Mehaffey ready to tee up another step in rise to the top

Olivia Mehaffey ready to tee up another step in rise to the top

Ulster woman has a Curtis Cup on home soil ahead of taking up a scholarship in Arizona

Thu Jan 07 2016 - 14:23
An outpouring of sympathy and grief for one of Ireland’s greats

An outpouring of sympathy and grief for one of Ireland’s greats

Tributes paid to achievements on the course as well as his decency as a person

Thu Jan 07 2016 - 01:00
Christy O’Connor Jnr will be missed on and off the course

Christy O’Connor Jnr will be missed on and off the course

Golf hero and ambassador’s legacy went far beyond his famous Ryder Cup shot

Thu Jan 07 2016 - 01:00
Christy O’Connor Jnr: Four of the best

Christy O’Connor Jnr: Four of the best

Christy O’Connor Jnr’s finest moments on a golf course - Woodbrook to Royal County Down

Wed Jan 06 2016 - 14:58
Fit-again Harrington ready for PGA Tour start in Hawaii

Fit-again Harrington ready for PGA Tour start in Hawaii

Three-time Major winner and Graeme McDowell in field at Champion of Champions

Mon Jan 04 2016 - 20:47
2016 sporting predictions: We’ll make a good fist of it at the Olympics

2016 sporting predictions: We’ll make a good fist of it at the Olympics

Our players and pundits see chances for Rio gold, but aren't so optimistic about Euro 2016

Sat Jan 02 2016 - 08:00
Sporting Advent Calendar #17: Amateur Paul Dunne leads the Open on final day

Sporting Advent Calendar #17: Amateur Paul Dunne leads the Open on final day

The young Greystones native played some incredible golf at St Andrews, while making history

Thu Dec 17 2015 - 12:00
Italy the surprise choice as hosts of 2022 Ryder Cup

Italy the surprise choice as hosts of 2022 Ryder Cup

Winning bid has guaranteed a prize fund of €7 million for the Italian Open for 11 years

Tue Dec 15 2015 - 08:23
McIlroy recharges batteries to focus on Major ambitions

McIlroy recharges batteries to focus on Major ambitions

European golf’s number one won’t return to competitive action until late January

Tue Nov 24 2015 - 11:14
Rory McIlroy ends season on a high with order of merit

Rory McIlroy ends season on a high with order of merit

`I’m happy that this was my last event of the year. I’d done well and ended the season on a high'

Mon Nov 23 2015 - 01:28
Paul Dunne begins as life as a pro on PGA European Tour

Paul Dunne begins as life as a pro on PGA European Tour

The 22-year-old achieved so much in 2015 but is now looking forward to challenges ahead

Sat Nov 21 2015 - 01:00
Who can win the Race to Dubai and how?

Who can win the Race to Dubai and how?

Seven players are still in with a chance of toppling Rory McIlroy at the summit

Wed Nov 18 2015 - 12:17
Graeme McDowell bounces back to end his title drought

Graeme McDowell bounces back to end his title drought

Northern Irishman wins Mayakoba Classic following a three-way playoff in Mexico

Mon Nov 16 2015 - 23:02
TV View:  Nightmare unfolds at RDS for Leinster

TV View: Nightmare unfolds at RDS for Leinster

Brian O’Driscoll and Craig Doyle joked of a ‘horror show’ thanks to the bad weather

Mon Nov 16 2015 - 22:30
Rory McIlroy's Order of Merit lead threatened by Danny Willett

Rory McIlroy's Order of Merit lead threatened by Danny Willett

Ankle injury continues to hamper progress with two competitions left in Race to Dubai

Tue Nov 10 2015 - 01:00
Tour news: Graeme McDowell keen to ‘get the reps in’

Tour news: Graeme McDowell keen to ‘get the reps in’

‘Practice. Just practice. I have been practicing hard over the last three or four months’

Mon Nov 02 2015 - 20:00
Brilliant finish helps Dubuisson win Turkish Airlines Open

Brilliant finish helps Dubuisson win Turkish Airlines Open

Three birdies in the last four holes seals a superb victory for the tearful Frenchman

Sun Nov 01 2015 - 17:09
Victor Dubuisson withstands pressure but not tears

Victor Dubuisson withstands pressure but not tears

Rory McIlroy could only manage a final round 71 finishing tied for sixth in Turkey

Sun Nov 01 2015 - 16:12
Rory McIlroy muscles his way into contention in Turkey

Rory McIlroy muscles his way into contention in Turkey

Eagle-birdie run on back nine helps World No 3 to third straight 67

Sat Oct 31 2015 - 14:57
Rory McIlroy gets ready to pounce at Turkish Airlines Open

Rory McIlroy gets ready to pounce at Turkish Airlines Open

Graeme McDowell and Shane Lowry still in the hunt as South African Jaco van Zyl leads

Fri Oct 30 2015 - 18:55
Fault-free Rory McIlroy stalks the leader at Turkish Open

Fault-free Rory McIlroy stalks the leader at Turkish Open

Another bogey-free round has the world number three four shots off the lead

Fri Oct 30 2015 - 15:34
Rory McIlroy well positioned after opening round in Turkey

Rory McIlroy well positioned after opening round in Turkey

World number three player would like to see the Irish Open played closer to Open

Thu Oct 29 2015 - 23:28
Rory McIlroy content with first round 67 in Turkey

Rory McIlroy content with first round 67 in Turkey

Shane Lowry left to rue late bogeys as South Africa’s Jaco van Zyl takes first round lead

Thu Oct 29 2015 - 13:55
Shane Lowry poised to strike as he stays on McIlroy’s tail

Shane Lowry poised to strike as he stays on McIlroy’s tail

The two Irish players will play together for the first two rounds of the Turkish Open

Wed Oct 28 2015 - 22:01
Graeme McDowell plotting late Dubai charge

Graeme McDowell plotting late Dubai charge

Five-week break helps Major winner put some perspective on disappointing season

Wed Oct 28 2015 - 01:00
Return of British Open start of new era for  Royal Portrush

Return of British Open start of new era for Royal Portrush

Place on the Open rota a reward for a lot of hard work from different quarters

Tue Oct 20 2015 - 21:32
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