Shane Lowry

Rory McIlroy hits speedbump but remains in contention for twin titles

Shane Lowry’s 67 moves him into the mix in Dubai while Tom McKibbin still has a ticket to the PGA Tour in his sights

Rory McIlroy leads the way in Dubai after impressive opening round

McIlroy also commented on possibility of Americans being paid to play in Ryder Cup: ‘I personally would pay for the privilege to play’

Tom McKibbin seeking a big finish to secure PGA Tour card

Séamus Power and Leona Maguire also bidding to press their case to secure personal goals in late-season tournaments

Paul Waring enjoys his day in the sun as Rory McIlroy edges closer to sixth rankings title

McIlroy closed with a 64 to finish in a tie for third spot in Abu Dhabi; Tom McKibbin also cards 64 as he chases PGA Tour card

Rory McIlroy stumbles at the last as Shane Lowry makes move in Abu Dhabi

Double-bogey at 18 leaves Race to Dubai leader five shots off leader Paul Waring; Lowry three behind after 66

Rory McIlroy’s challenge stalls in Abu Dhabi as outsider ranked 229th in the world puts on a masterclass

Paul Waring produces stunning 61 for record low 36-hole total at the DP World Tour’s penultimate event

Rory McIlroy five shots off leader Tommy Fleetwood after first round in Abu Dhabi

Fleetwood equals course record and credits Ken Brown and David Howell for their putting advice after a good day on the greens

Rory McIlroy looking to wrap up another European title in Abu Dhabi after indoor swing work

World No 3 has been working on his swing indoors as he looks to wrap up a sixth Race to Dubai title a week early

Gary Hurley tells of how his mental health struggle almost led him to quit professional golf

Waterford player decides to open up about his mental health

Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy’s new golf league to get up and running in January

New tech-infused golf league was founded in partnership with the PGA Tour

Hatton’s victory in Dunhill Links a step in the right direction for reuniting the tours

Last week at least showed it could be in everyone’s interest to have more crossover events

Colsaerts and John lead Dunhill Links as Irish challenge fails to hit top gear

Pádraig Harrington seven shots off lead with Rory McIlroy, Tom McKibbin and Shane Lowry a further shot back

Pádraig Harrington makes solid start to Dunhill Links at Carnoustie

Rory McIlroy happy to get Carnoustie ‘out of the way’ after 69 as Darren Fichardt leads after 11-under-par 61 at Kingsbarns

Rory McIlroy expects news on deal in golf’s civil war ‘before year’s end’

Alfred Dunhill Links Championship lowdown: Everything you need to know about the DP World Tour event

Angel Hidalgo beats Jon Rahm in playoff to win Spanish Open

Ireland’s Shane Lowry finished just outside the top 10 in Madrid

Jon Rahm moves into contention for fourth Open de España title

Rahm two shots behind leader and fellow Spaniard Angel Hidalgo; Shane Lowry cards 68 to move up leaderboard

Shane Lowry credits boozy dinner with Tyrrell Hatton for ‘carefree’ 66 at Spanish Open

Irish golfer had a ‘few too many glasses of wine’ the night before as he improved by nine strokes in round two

DP World Tour: Jon Rahm eyes fourth Spanish Open win as Shane Lowry stands as sole Irish contender

Playing in Spain brings LIV Golf-based player Rahm closer to Ryder Cup eligibility for Europe’s team next year

Shane Lowry has been Mr Consistency but seeks long-awaited individual win in Spain

Mark O’Meara bids farewell to competitive golf; several Irish players in action on Challenge Tour

Rory McIlroy heads chasing pack as Matteo Manassero leads by three at Wentworth

Italian golfer would complete remarkable career turnaround with victory on Sunday afternoon

‘Exceptionally cut-throat’: Why it’s harder than ever for Irish players to reach golf’s top flight - and survive there

Countries such as Denmark have found a formula for nurturing young talent. Golf Ireland aims to do likewise but, even for gifted players such as Seán Keeling, this is an increasingly rough trade

Rory McIlroy ‘right in the mix’ as Matthew Baldwin leads at Wentworth

Shane Lowry was extremely disappointed with his round of 71 at the BMW PGA Championship

A broken club, an out of bounds and a backwards putt: Rory McIlroy’s impressive opening round at Wentworth had it all

Shane Lowry satisfied with first round as he is two strokes behind leader at BMW PGA Championship

Rory McIlroy makes strong start at Wentworth despite iron head flying off after shot

McIlroy and Shane Lowry both shoot 67s at the BMW PGA Championship, one stroke off the clubhouse lead

Rory McIlroy must dig deep once more after Irish Open setback

Holywood man leads five-strong Irish contingent at the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth

Leona Maguire on Solheim Cup: ‘A bitter pill to swallow to be sat out for as many sessions as I was’

Europe captain Suzann Pettersen refused to admit any mistake for selecting Maguire only twice

Excellent course made the Irish Open a real game of snakes and ladders

Royal County Down provided the best golfers with a stern, challenging and fair test

Lowry to play BMW PGA, Spanish Open and Dunhill Links in stretch of tournaments that will test body and mind

Power says he made plenty of birdies in Irish Open but also too many mistakes

Irish Open fairy-tale not to be for Rory McIlroy as Rasmus Højgaard wins at Royal County Down

The world number three finished one shot behind the Dane

Irish Open as it happened: Denmark’s Rasmus Højgaard takes victory after agonising end for Rory McIlroy

McIlroy needed an eagle on the 18th to catch Højgaard

Rory McIlroy leads Irish Open heading into final round

A round of 69 on Saturday gave McIlroy a one-shot lead over Italian Matteo Manassero

Shane Lowry eyeing Sunday showdown with Rory McIlroy at Irish Open

Home favourites battle into contention as they both go in search of a second title

Neal Toner proves a cut above the rest as he provides onsite service at Irish Open

Popular barber and owner of JFH Social Neal Toner ensuring the professional golfers look their best as they battle for glory at Royal County Down

Irish Open: Patience and skill required to tame severe test at Royal County Down

With strong winds expected, it may well be a case of last man standing at the Newcastle links

Shane Lowry: My heart goes out to families of the victims of the Grenfell fire

Irish golfer ended his partnership with construction firm Kingspan on Tuesday following publication of report into fire in which 72 people died

Irish Open: Tee times, TV details, weather forecast, players to watch

Everything you need to know about Royal County Down and the 2024 Amgen Irish Open

Shane Lowry ends Kingspan sponsorship in the wake of the report into the Grenfell fire

Grenfell United survivors’ group: ‘We first presented Shane Lowry with the Inquiry’s evidence 3 years ago, so we are pleased he has made the right decision’

McIlroy and Lowry the headline acts at sold-out Royal County Down

This week’s Amgen Irish Open may lack for some American star power but the in-depth quality of the field is reflected in the presence of 15 winners on the DP World

Irish Open: Six of the best to follow at Royal County Down

Rory McIlroy is the headline player, while Bob MacIntyre continues to improve

Malachy Clerkin: Shane Lowry must know that if he stays with Kingspan, his choice makes a statement

In the wake of the damning report on the Grenfell fire, staying on as a brand ambassador for the Cavan-based insulation company flies in the face of the wishes of survivors’ groups

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