The Irish Times

Justin Thomas’s US PGA win shows the value of a good caddie

Golfer hails influence of Jim ‘Bones’ Mackay on his victory at Southern Hills

Mon May 23 2022 - 19:20

Rory McIlroy storms up the leaderboard in tough conditions at Wells Fargo

Irishman rose 44 places on Saturday to move within six of leader Keegan Bradley

Sun May 08 2022 - 12:12

Ryder Cup: Europe require historic comeback after US dominate opening day

Jon Rahm and Sergio Garcia were the only European duo to win their match on day one

Sat Sept 25 2021 - 01:06

Ryder Cup: USA take 3-1 lead after impressive foursomes show at Whistling Straits

Jon Rahm and Sergio Garcia secure Europe’s sole point on the opening morning

Fri Sept 24 2021 - 18:11

The sporting decade that was: The Miracle of Medinah

Mission impossible from the European team as they come from 10-6 down

Sun Dec 29 2019 - 12:00

Tiger Woods showing no signs of stopping as he reaches magic 82

Japan victory sees him equal Sam Snead and Jack Nicklaus Major record remains in sight

Mon Oct 28 2019 - 12:52

Shane Lowry makes very promising return at Canadian Open

Irish golfer one shot off clubhouse leader Keegan Bradley after six-under 64

Thu Jun 06 2019 - 22:26

Five talking points ahead of the US Masters

Can Rory McIlroy win the career grand slam and what next for Tiger Woods?

Sun Apr 07 2019 - 18:36

All you need to know: WGC - World Matchplay

Rory McIlroy can return to world no1 spot this week at the Austin Country Club

Tue Mar 26 2019 - 12:33

Rory McIlroy makes telling move on the back of 66 at Bay Hill

Defending champion now just one off Matthew Fitzpatrick’s lead at Arnold Palmer Invitational

Sat Mar 09 2019 - 21:03

Adam Svensson’s 61 sees him take the early lead in Hawaii

Jordan Spieth forced to settle for a three-over 73 as Ireland’s Seamus Power also struggles

Fri Jan 11 2019 - 08:46

Jon Rahm turns final round in Bahamas into victory procession

Spaniard wins Hero World Challenge as Koepka ends 2018 as world number one

Mon Dec 03 2018 - 07:04

Rory McIlroy needs a helping hand to deliver FedEx Cup

Holywood star could conquer East Lake but $10m payday would depend on rivals’ results

Mon Sept 17 2018 - 18:59

Rory McIlroy stalls but remains in contention at Aronimink

After opening 62s, McIlroy and Tiger Woods both struggled a little on the second day

Fri Sept 07 2018 - 18:10

Rory McIlroy limits the damage to stay in the game in Boston

The 29-year-old sits six behind leader Justin Rose in the second FedEx Cup playoff event

Fri Aug 31 2018 - 20:34

US sport’s obsession with the military is commercial patriotism

A Military Tribute At The Greenbrier on the PGA Tour is the latest propaganda exercise

Wed Jul 11 2018 - 16:11

Lowry and McDowell storm into share of the lead in Florida

Irish duo card bogey-free 64 to join Steve Stricker and Sean O’Hair on 18 under

Sat Dec 09 2017 - 22:35

Different Strokes: Lexi Thompson ready to take her best shot

LPGA star will team up with Tony Finau at this week’s Shark Shootout

Mon Dec 04 2017 - 15:50

Pat Perez holds his nerve to seal Kuala Lumpur win

American shoots Sunday 69 to finish four clear of compatriot Keegan Bradley

Sun Oct 15 2017 - 11:16

Pat Perez extends lead in Kuala Lumpur

American shoots impressive third round 64 to lead by four strokes heading into final day

Sat Oct 14 2017 - 11:22

Cameron Smith’s blemish-free 64 leads the way in Kuala Lumpur

US PGA champion Justin Thomas started his defence of CIMB Classic with an opening 70

Thu Oct 12 2017 - 10:35

Out of Bounds: Langer’s putter anchoring his brilliance

German has been dominant in Senior Majors despite the putting ban imposed in 2016

Wed Aug 02 2017 - 12:11

Rickie Fowler fires flawless 64 to set pace in Houston

World number nine admits his confidence is high ahead of next month's Masters

Fri Mar 31 2017 - 07:38

Weather splits field as ‘stress-free’ Phil Mickelson gets to 10 under

Henrik Stenson hot on American’s heels while Rory McIlroy stays in the hunt

Fri Jul 15 2016 - 22:52

Rory McIlroy leading charge to end European Masters drought

Jose Maria Olazabal was the last European to win at Augusta National back in 1999

Mon Apr 04 2016 - 14:36

Bradley grabs share of Valspar lead, Jordan Spieth struggles

Mixed rounds for trio - Graeme McDowell, Pádraig Harrington and Darren Clarke

Fri Mar 11 2016 - 08:56

Christmas reads: From manager madness to goalkeeper on brink

GAA, soccer and rugby followers certainly have lots to choose from this Christmas

Sat Dec 05 2015 - 07:30

Harrington in the hunt in Kuala Lumpur as Piercy fires 62

Three-time Major winner cards opening round of 68 to lurk six off American’s lead

Thu Oct 29 2015 - 11:52

Dustin Johnson sets pace as Rory McIlroy makes promising start

World No 1 shows no sign of rustiness in opening 71 at Whistling Straits

Thu Aug 13 2015 - 23:10

Shane Lowry stalks leaders at Firestone with 67

Graeme McDowell also remains in contention, tied for eighth heading into the final round

Sun Aug 09 2015 - 00:06

Pádraig Harrington misses cut at Travelers Championship

Dubliner slumped to a 75 leaving him three shots adrift of cut while Bubba Watson leads

Sat Jun 27 2015 - 11:49

Padraig Harrington in the hunt in Travelers Championship

Bubba Watson birdies five of his last seven to open up a two shot lead in Connecticut

Fri Jun 26 2015 - 07:14

David Lingmerth holds nerve to beat Justin Rose and win Memorial

Rose went into the day with a three shot lead but lost on playoff

Mon Jun 08 2015 - 07:30

Rory McIlroy one win from last-16 after seeing off Snedeker

World number one sets up winner takes all showdown with FedExCup champ Horschel

Fri May 01 2015 - 14:20