There was no joy for Cork’s PGA professionals in Adare Manor GC last week as the tour drew to a close. The 104th Irish PGA Championship took place over five days last week with Wednesday’s pro-am setting the tone for the week. The course in the tight parkland was in great condition for the PGA’s showpiece event, although the weather played a part with weather delays having an impact on the competition. Continue reading
Niall Turner
Turner and McNamara Taste Success
Niall Turner continued his good run of form when he sailed through the European Tour first qualifying stage in France last week. Turner was in action in Hardelot in north eastern France, a venue where he has played well in the past. He carded a 273 total (-11) for his four rounds to finish in third place just 3 shots off the lead. Turner recorded his first win in Asia back in July and he has been in fine form since. Continue reading
Seniors out in force in Castlemartyr
The Munster Seniors were in Castlymartyr on Monday and for the second time this year, over 200 golfers turned up to play in the competition. The course was in excellent condition having hosted several major competitions over the past two weeks and of course the upcoming senior scratch cup on Sunday.
Niall Turner wins in Jakarta
Niall Turner wins on Asian Tour
By Niall O’Shea
Cork’s Niall Turner won his first Asian Tour event yesterday when he won the Linc Group Jakarta Classic in Indonesia. It was his first tour event since May and the Corkman came back with a bang. He carded a final round 73, and won the tournament by one from England’s Peter Richardson. Continue reading
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