Category Archives: Golf Ireland

The Irish Open a success for golf in Portrush

Posted on July 2, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Irish Open, which has taken place over the past four days, despite the rain, attracted over 100,000 spectators to the magnificent Royal Portrush. The crowds were hoping for an Irish winner on the last day and were willing on … Continue reading →

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Ireland’s McIlroy becomes world number 1

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Brit, Luke Donald needed a top 8 place in the RBC Heritage in the United States, but could only managed joint 37th and therefore surrendered his world number one ranking this week  to Ireland’s Rory McIlroy. Despite sitting out this … Continue reading →

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Golfing in Ireland

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland it seems is coming more synonymous with Golf, with Golfing pro superstars like Rory McIlroy, Padraig Harrington, Graeme McDowell and Darren Clarke, to name but a few, dominating the international stage. With such fantastic talent emerging from Ireland, it … Continue reading →

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Ireland's Padraig Harrington retains British Open title

Posted on July 21, 2008 by DiscoveringIreland

Our very own Padraig Harrington joined an elite club yesterday after successfully defending his British Open title at Royal Birkdale, comfortably holding off the late challenge of Britain’s Ian Poulter. Harrington who hails from Dublin produced a magnificent second shot … Continue reading →

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