Daire O'Brien, Setanta TV presenter:Earliest golfing memory?I had an uncle that won the Cork Scratch Cup in Little Island when I was about 8 or 9. Unlimited Tanora and Taytos.
First golfing Victory?
None yet.
First time to break 90?
The first time I broke 90 was at my favourite par 3 course, Pucks Castle. In fact I broke 80 and have since broken 70. In big boys' golf, I'm afraid the ton is still intact.
Last bit of golf equipment?
The last piece of equipment I bought was a set of discounted kids clubs for €40. Jack, my 7 year old young fella, just came down with the sports bug so he's keen to try everything.
Last time you took a golf cart and why?
Pucks Castle doesn't do golf carts.
Last time you muttered an obscenity on a golf course and why?
I swear like a deranged pirate anyway so it was quite feasibly the last time I took a shot.
Which of the Majors would you like to attend and why?
US Open. There's something about Baltusrol that appeals to me. I love the Yanks when they try and ape the posh Brit golf thing. One of Baltusrol's house rules states that "cargo pants are not considered slacks". I could see myself singing barber shop in the mixed grill room with a lot of chaps who had surnames for Christian names. Gotta be worth a visit.
Ideal golfing fourball: Who and Where?
Joe Deane, Ronnie Wood and John Magnier. Anywhere.
One last round on earth: where would it be?
Jockey Club Golf in San Isidro, outside Buenos Aires.
Ralph Lauren or Lyle & Scott?
Lyle & Scott. Still convinced I'll get back into those brit-pop skinny jumpers before I die.
Is the Titleist ProV1 worth the extra expense?
No Idea.
Best golf club food. Where?
Doral Country Club in Miami does a fairly savage breakfast. Blarney Golf Resort for steak.
140 yards out from green. Flat. Calm. What's in your hand?
Benson & Hedges.
Favourite club in times of trouble (eg 9 iron)?
Renards.
Parkland or links?
Links.
Must see golfing holiday destination?
Doonbeg is fairly spectacular.
Hidden gem (a golf course)
Schull Golf Club is a grand spot for nine summer holes.
One mulligan in Life?
Not having the house on Tiger at 6s in the Open.
