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17 July 2025; Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland plays a shot from the rough on the first hole during day one of The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club in Portrush, Antrim. Photo by Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Plans unveiled for new NI championship links course

Plans to create the first championship-standard links golf course in Northern Ireland for more than 100 years have been announced.

Ulster • 18 Jul

Golf contributes €717m to the Irish economy annually

Around one in ten adults on the island of Ireland play golf at least once a year, with the sport contributing €717 million annually directly to the economy as well as supporting 15,600 jobs, according to a new study from Golf Ireland.

Business • 26 Jun

Rory McIlroy won his first Masters title in Augusta on Sunday, ending an 11-year major drought

McIlroy arrives home to NI after completing grand slam

Rory McIlroy has arrived back in Northern Ireland after completing golf's grand slam last weekend. He touched down at Belfast City Airport in his private jet at around midday.

Ireland • 18 Apr

Celebrations erupt at Holywood Golf Club after Rory McIlroy claimed a career grand slam

'Emotional rollercoaster' for Holywood amid McIlroy win

Hours of unbearable sporting agony gave way to scenes of unbridled joy as crowds at Rory McIlroy's home club in Co Down celebrated his dramatic Masters victory.

Ireland • 14 Apr

Rory McIlroy is the first player in a quarter of a century to complete the career grand slam

McIlroy promised a hero's welcome following Masters win

Rory McIlroy's US Masters triumph at Augusta has been described as a "truly outstanding achievement", a marvellous national occasion and a moment in time that everyone will remember.

Ireland • 15 Apr

'If Rory plays like we all know he can he should win' - Holywood Golf Club captains Ruth Watt and Trevor Heaven

'Quiet confidence' McIlroy can bring green jacket home

There's a quiet confidence in Rory McIlroy's home town of Holywood in Co Down that he will make history and bring the famous Masters green jacket home.

Ulster • 13 Apr

The Open is the oldest golf championship in the world

Govt approval sought for British Open, Women's Open bid

The Minister for Sports Catherine Martin is expected to seek Cabinet approval for a bid to host the British Open and the Women's Open at Portmarnock Golf Club in north Dublin.

Leinster • 22 Oct 24

The K-Club is hosting the 2023 Horizon Irish Open

Irish Open will boost golf tourism - Fáilte Ireland

International golf tourism is worth more than €300 million to the Irish economy, according to Fáilte Ireland, as it plans to showcase the country as a world-class golfing destination as the 2023 Horizon Irish Open gets underway at the K-Club.

Business • 07 Sep 23

Leona Maguire: A 'win' is not always a trophy

After another year that changed our lives, RTÉ's Core Values podcast seeks to find out what we really value.

Core Values • 28 Dec 21

Pádraig Harrington with councillor Lettie McCarthy

Harrington designs public putting green in Marlay Park

Golfer Pádraig Harrington has designed a 3,000sqm public putting course at Marlay Park, which will open in spring next year.

Dublin • 28 Oct 21

Graeme McDowell during a practice round today ahead of the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open at Mount Juliet Estate

Mount Juliet Estate ready to host Irish Open

A year later than originally planned, Mount Juliet Estate in Co Kilkenny is about to welcome golfing fans to its fairways and greens as it hosts the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open from tomorrow to Sunday.

Leinster • 30 Jun 21

Portmarnock Golf Club will now accept female members for the first time in its 127-year history

Portmarnock Golf Club to allow female members

Portmarnock Golf Club in Dublin is to end its men-only membership policy after 127 years.

Ireland • 26 May 21

Rory McIlroy said Tiger Woods was his hero growing up (file pic)

McIlroy calls for greater racial diversity in golf

Rory McIlroy wants to see greater racial diversity in golf and hopes the recent protests across the world against police brutality towards black people will lead to lasting change in society.

Sport • 10 Jun 20

The historic building sustained extensive damage

Historic Kenmare golf clubhouse damaged in blaze

The clubhouse at Kenmare golf course has been significantly damaged in a fire.

Munster • 01 Jun 20

Hosting the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open led to direct costs of around €159,300 for Lahinch Golf Club

Lahinch Golf Club reports loss after hosting Irish Open

The staging of the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open last year contributed to Lahinch Golf Club recording a 'not unexpected' operating loss of €564,148.

Business • 11 May 20

Patrick Morgan lines up a shot with assistance from his guide

Irish Blind Golf team set for professional showdown

The Irish Blind Golf team will become the first in the world to take part in a European Tour competition playing alongside professionals.

Ireland • 14 Aug 19

Adare Manor will host the Ryder Cup in 2026

All eyes on Adare in countdown to 2026 Ryder Cup

Hosting a major golf tournament is not for the faint-hearted, but it seems JP McManus has had his eye on bringing the Ryder Cup back to Ireland for some time.

Ireland • 08 Aug 19

Huge crowds turned out in Portrush for the practice days and four tournament days

Portrush passes Open test and awaits swift return

It took 68 years for the British Open to return to Royal Portrush and after a memorable week of golf, with Offaly man Shane Lowry triumphing amid emotional scenes, it is hard to imagine anything but a swift return to the Northern Irish links course.

Ireland • 22 Jul 19

Shane Lowry became Ireland's latest Major golf champion at Portrush

Homecoming planned for Lowry after 'dream' Open victory

Open golf champion Shane Lowry will return to his native Clara, Co Offaly at 6pm tomorrow for a homecoming celebration after his win at Royal Portrush yesterday.

Ireland • 22 Jul 19

Shane Lowry fans gathered to watch the final round at Esker Hills

Shane Lowry supporters celebrate at his home golf club

Joyous celebrations took place in Shane Lowry's home club, Esker Hills in Tullamore in County Offaly, after his Open Championship win at Royal Portrush.

Ireland • 22 Jul 19

The golf industry generates €93m in tax in the Republic alone each year

€540m spent on golf here every year

€540m is spent on golf each year here, according to a report by the Confederation of Golf in Ireland.

Business • 27 Mar 17

Nike has said it will instead accelerate innovation in its golf footwear and apparel business and on partnering with more golfers

Nike to stop selling golf equipment

Nike, the world's biggest sportswear maker, has said it will stop selling golf equipment, including clubs, golf balls and bags.

Business • 04 Aug 16

It is understood President Obama continues to use the device, with photos from last month still showing the red sensors sticking out of his golf clubs

Taoiseach given golf gift for Obama

The traditional bowl of shamrock is not the only thing the Taoiseach was due to give President Barack Obama in the White House today.

Business • 15 Mar 16

Adidas profits up despite slump in golf division

German sportswear and equipment maker Adidas has reported higher sales and a slight profit rise for the second quarter, despite falling revenues in its golf division.

Business • 06 Aug 15

Rory McIlroy wants to terminate and undo contracts he made with Horizon

McIlroy begins action against management company

Golfer Rory McIlroy has begun a legal action against his former management company, Horizon Sports Management.

News • 14 Oct 13