Irish Open

2024 - 9 - 12

Graeme McDowell: Doping Drama and the Irish Open - A Perfect Mix!

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Is Graeme McDowell's doping ban overshadowing the Irish Open's excitement? Join us as we explore the latest tournament buzz with humor!

The Irish Open is in full swing, drawing in the world's best golfers and excited fans alike to the stunning backdrop of Royal County Down. With Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry both seeking to capture their second Amgen Irish Open titles, the buzz around the course is electrifying. Day One has already seen some fierce competition with some players like Padraig Harrington and amateur Max Kennedy showing promising starts at 1 under par, while Simon Thornton holds the lead as the top Irish player tied at 2 under par with nine others. Will McIlroy embrace the pressure of his home turf and finally find his footing to edge into the lead?

Adding to the intrigue is the shadow of Graeme McDowell's recent doping offence, which has sparked a mix of sentiments. Padraig Harrington expressed sympathy towards McDowell regarding the incident but was critical of his public reaction. Can golf enthusiasts separate the golfer's fall from grace with the sport's magical moments happening at the Irish Open? It seems Harrington believes McDowell should have embraced the ban rather than allowing it to overshadow his career.

As thousands flock to Newcastle, anticipation builds around how the competition will unfold over four thrilling days. The picturesque 18 holes at Royal County Down beckon not just the players, but also a legion of fans eager to witness golf's finest. Stay tuned to see if homegrown talent like Lowry and McIlroy can convert local support into a win against the contest faced from international stars on the greens.

While the drama unfolds on the course, did you know that Royal County Down is consistently ranked among the top golf courses in the world? It's side-by-side with the dramatic Mourne Mountains and boasts breathtaking views that golfers dream of. In a quirky twist, Rory McIlroy is one of the few players who has played on the prestigious grounds since he was a child. The combination of nostalgia and local support could just be the secret ingredient he needs to reclaim his victory on Irish soil!

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Harrington says McDowell should have taken ban on the chin (Irish Examiner)

Padraig Harrington had some sympathy for Graeme McDowell over his doping offence, but not for his reaction.

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Podcast: Amgen Irish Open Preview - Irish Golfer Magazine (Irish Golfer)

On this weeks edition Peter & Ronan sit down in the Media Centre in RCD to discuss all from the Irish Open. One of the toughest tests in world golf awaits ...

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Irish Open Day One: Action gets underway at Royal County Down (Independent.ie)

Ireland's Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry tee off this afternoon looking to win their second Amgen Irish Open titles this weekend at Royal County Down.

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It's Day One Of The Amgen Irish Open At Royal County Down (Kfm Radio)

Padraig Harrington, Seamus Power, Gary Hurley and amateur Max Kennedy are all 1 under par in their rounds. Shane Lowry tees off at 12.40, and at 1pm, Rory ...

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10 players tie lead at Irish Open; Lowry/McIlroy underway within the ... (Radio Kerry)

It's day one of the Amgen Irish Open at Royal County Down.10 players are currently tied for the lead on 2 under par.Simon Thornton is the top Irish player ...

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Irish Open: All eyes on Newcastle as world's best golfers descend ... (The Irish News)

Thousands of spectators are making their way to Royal County Down for the first of four days of golfing action.

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2024 Irish Open How much does it cost to play at Royal County Down? (AS English)

Rory McIlroy is the star attraction this week as he returns to the DP World Tour in Newcastle, Northern Ireland.

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Irish Open: Rory McIlroy's Worst to Best Moments on His Home Turf ... (EssentiallySports)

Rory McIlroy, despite enjoying a massive home support, hasn't been able to utilize that on the greens very often at the Irish Open.

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BBC Sport NI provides coverage of Irish Open (Coleraine Chronicle)

A host of the world's top golfers will tee off at this week's Irish Open at Royal County Down. BBC Sport NI will have an hour-long highlights progra...

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Irish Open Round 1: Action gets underway at Royal County Down (Independent.ie)

Ireland's Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry tee off this afternoon looking to win their second Amgen Irish Open titles this weekend at Royal County Down.

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Rory McIlroy aims for victory - County Down Spectator (The County Down Spectator)

RORY McIlroy says that victory at this week's Irish Open on the Royal County Down links would rank among the best in his career.

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Irish Open: Rory McIlroy makes steady progress at Royal County ... (Belfast Live)

The Northern Irishman is one of the favourites to land the trophy on home soil this week and he got off to a great start with a birdie at the first much to the ...

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Businesses in Newcastle hoping for a busy weekend as Irish Open ... (Belfast Newsletter)

A manager of a cafe in Newcastle says she is expecting business to pick up after a slow start as golf fans flock to watch this year's Irish Open at Royal ...

Tale of two nines for Power on Irish Open return - Irish Golfer ... (Irish Golfer)

Seamus Power admitted that his opening round at the Amgen Irish Open was a game of two halves after struggling with the wind on the greens on the back nine ...

Opening round 74s for Power and Hurley at Irish Open (WLR FM)

West Waterford duo Seamus Power and Gary Hurley both began their Amgen Irish Open campaigns with +3 rounds of 74 at Royal County Down.

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Sun shines on opening day of Irish Open (Belfast Telegraph)

While the rest of Northern Ireland faced driving rain and gloomy skies, Mother Nature looked favourably upon Royal County Down and day one of the Irish ...

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Irish Open Day One: Rory McIlroy best of the Irish after opening 68 at ... (Independent.ie)

Ireland's Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry were out this afternoon looking to win their second Amgen Irish Open titles this weekend at Royal County Down.

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McIllroy two off the lead at Irish open (Northern Sound)

Rory McIllroy leads the Irish challenge after day one of the Amegn Irish Open. McIllroy shot a three-under-par 68 on his home course to finish the day joint ...

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Rory McIlroy shoots 68 at Irish Open, trails Todd Clements by 2 - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

Rory McIlroy, who is attempting to win his home tournament for the second time, shot a 68 and trails leader Todd Clements by 2 strokes at the Irish Open.

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Rory McIlroy right in the Irish Open mix after closing with three birdies (The Irish Times)

McIroy opens with a three-under 68 to trail leader Todd Clements by two shots at Royal County Down.

Lowry embracing major championship feel of Irish Open - Irish ... (Irish Golfer)

Shane Lowry recovered from a poor start to ensure his hopes of winning the Amgen Irish Open as an amateur and a professional remain alive after he ground ...

Rory McIlroy returns to home soil for Amgen Irish Open, sits two back ... (usatoday.com)

Rory McIlroy is on familiar soil. Eleven days after a tie for ninth in the Tour Championship, McIlroy fired a first-round 68 on Thursday in the 2024 Amgen ...

McIlroy roars into contention with three closing birdies on Day 1 of ... (Irish Examiner)

The home hero delivered right on cue with three birdies to close his opening 18 on the world-renowned links here and sit two shots off the overnight lead ...

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Irish Open: Seán Keeling a shining light on day one at Royal County ... (The Irish Times)

The 17-year-old Dubliner and Rory McIlroy were the only two Irish players to finish the first round under par.

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Seán Keeling (17) shows star quality at Irish Open after getting ... (Independent.ie)

Seán Keeling might not have outgunned his hero Rory McIlroy, but the 17-year-old Roganstown teenager emerged from the shadow of the superstar with a ...

Keeling gives a bogey free glimpse of what might be possible - Irish ... (Irish Golfer)

In 2007 on this very turf, Rory McIlroy burst onto the scene at the Walker Cup, two years later Shane Lowry won the Irish Open as an amateur in Baltray.

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Amgen Irish Open: Rory McIlroy two behind early leader Todd ... (Sky Sports)

World No 3 Rory McIlroy birdied his last three holes to sit two strokes behind Todd Clements after the opening round of the Amgen Irish Open; watch the ...

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McIlroy opens with a flourish at the Irish Open (Golf Australia Magazine)

Home favourite Rory McIlroy has produced a late hat-trick of birdies to make an ideal start to his bid for a second Irish Open title.

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Irish Open Diary: No whingeing about the wind from Down visitors (Irish Examiner)

Padraig Harrington had sympathy for Belgian playing partner Thomas Detry as the wind got up at Royal County Down early in the first round.

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Irish Open Day Two: Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry among early ... (Independent.ie)

Alejandro del Rey of Spain continues to lead the way on six under thru two holes. Sami Valimaki's morning has deteriorated a fraction, dropping a shot on ...

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BBC Sport NI coverage of Irish Open (BBC News)

Audiences can enjoy TV highlights on Sunday night and radio coverage on Saturday.

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McIlroy in tie for second at Irish Open, Lowry in the hunt (Irish Examiner)

The home crowd favourite sits a shot off the early clubhouse lead of five under par held by Laurie Canter at Royal County Down.

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Irish Open Day Two: Rory McIlroy moves into second place at Royal ... (Independent.ie)

Ireland's Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry are among the early starters Royal County Down. After a three-birdie finish to go -3 yesterday, McIlroy will be hoping to ...

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McIlroy in hunt after day one of the Irish Open in Royal County Down (Leinster Express)

Conor Purcell is the other Irishman who is under par after day 1, sitting at -1 after a steady round. Shane Lowry has a bit of work to do if he wants a repeat ...

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Shane Lowry eyeing Sunday showdown with Rory McIlroy at Irish ... (Meath Chronicle)

Lowry added a second round of 69 to his opening 72 for a halfway total of one under par at Royal County Down.

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Rory McIlroy edges up Irish Open leaderboard as crowds flock to ... (The Irish Times)

Easy strides and smiles accompany birdies and eagles in Newcastle so far for the world number three.

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Irish Open Day Two: Matteo Manassero blazes into lead at Royal ... (Independent.ie)

Ireland's Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry were among the early starters at Royal County Down.

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