Clarke seizes lead at Senior Open Championship Darren Clarke seized the early second-round clubhouse lead at the Senior Open Championship by adding a three-under-par 67 to his opening 65 at Gleneagles, leaving … Golf • 22 Jul 22
Harrington: Stenson removal won't derail Europe's plans Padraig Harrington says Henrik Stenson's departure from the role of Europe captain, following his decision to join the LIV Golf Series, will not affect preparations … Golf • 20 Jul 22
McGinley urges Europe to forget Koepka/DeChambeau feud Former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley believes it could backfire on Europe if they tried to make capital from the feud between Brooks Koepka and … Golf • 18 Sep 21
Irish eyes have smiled before at brutal Kiawah Island As theatres of sport go, Kiawah Island's Ocean Course strikes a resonance more akin to a raucous football stadium than arguably any other course in … Golf • 19 May 21
McGinley urges Rory to take time off & 'clear his head' Rory McIlroy was advised to take a break from golf as he made an early exit from the Masters for the second time in his … Golf • 10 Apr 21
Cowen can help 'ignite' McIlroy at Masters - McGinley Former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley believes Rory McIlroy is just one key swing thought away from igniting his game heading into the 85th Masters. Golf • 08 Apr 21
McGinley relaxed on Irish hopes and shifting sands Paul McGinley has reflected on a golfing year like no other in a long and wide-ranging interview with RTÉ's Saturday Sport. Golf • 26 Dec 20
Paul McGinley relishing rebranded Legends Tour Paul McGinley believes the future is bright for Europe's golden oldies following the relaunch of the over-50s circuit. Golf • 01 Sep 20
McGinley comes around to idea of Ryder Cup postponement Paul McGinley admits that he is coming around to the idea of postponing the Ryder Cup until year as speculation grows that the USPGA are … Golf • 06 Jul 20
'I haven't won a major but I've learned to ignore that' Lee Westwood has learned to cast aside any negative thoughts that goes with not winning one of golf's four majors. Golf • 06 Apr 20
McGinley: 2020 Irish Open could be behind closed doors Paul McGinley believes the prospect of an Irish Open without spectators is a real possibility given the threat of the coronavirus pandemic. Golf • 05 Apr 20
Mount Juliet confirmed as Irish Open venue in 2020 Mount Juliet will host the Irish Open for the fourth time in 2020, it was confirmed this morning. Golf • 29 Oct 19
'It's very hard to know what's going on with Tiger' Former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley is baffled by Tiger Woods opting not to play competitively between the US Open and the Open Championship. Golf • 16 Jul 19
McGinley: Irish Open recovered from McIlroy 'body blow' Tournament host Paul McGinley believes the Irish Open has recovered well from the "body blow" of Rory McIlroy's absence. Golf • 02 Jul 19
Treble-chasing Koepka 'shocked' by lack of recognition Brooks Koepka is not exactly short of motivation as he aims to complete a rare hat-trick of US Open victories and claim a fifth major … Golf • 11 Jun 19
McGinley: Rory has lost his Sunday swagger Rory McIlroy is suffering from a lack of confidence after failing to convert numerous winning positions into tournament victories, according to Paul McGinley. Golf • 13 Mar 19
Harrington Ryder Cup coronation to take place tomorrow Padraig Harrington is expected to be named as Europe's captain for the 2020 Ryder Cup on Tuesday, during a press conference at the European Tour's … Golf • 07 Jan 19
McGinley baffled by McIlroy's European Tour snub Former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley admits he is baffled by the prospect of Rory McIlroy playing just two European Tour events next season. Golf • 14 Nov 18
McGinley & Harrington shine at blustery Alfred Dunhill Paul McGinley and Padraig Harrington thrived in hugely testing conditions to sit one shot off the lead at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. Golf • 04 Oct 18
McGinley feels McIlroy's progress will be tested soon Former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley believes the next two tournaments will speak volumes about Rory McIlroy's progress after the end of his break from … Golf • 07 Feb 18
Paul McGinley backs European team to reclaim Ryder Cup Paul McGinley has expressed his confidence in the European team ahead of the 2018 Ryder Cup. Golf • 28 Oct 17
McIlroy misses the cut in Portstewart Defending champion Rory McIlroy crashed out of the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open on Friday, missing the cut in his home event for the fourth … Golf • 07 Jul 17
Bjorn gets seal of approval from Dublin duo Former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley claims that Thomas Bjorn was the outstanding candidate to captain Europe in 2018 and believes that the Dane is … Golf • 06 Dec 16
Harrington does not want 2018 Ryder Cup captaincy Padraig Harrington has reiterated his intention to be a player rather than Europe's captain in the next Ryder Cup. Golf • 24 Oct 16
Lowry and McGinley hail Harrington victory Former Portugal Masters winner Shane Lowry was among those to offer congratulations to Padraig Harrington after the Dubliner’s impressive victory at Vilamoura yesterday. Golf • 24 Oct 16