Shane Lowry keen for battle since watching Padraig Harrington at 2006 Ryder Cup
Fifteen years on he will be part of the European team attempting to retain the trophy at Whistling Straits.
Sep 20, 22:30
Sergio Garcia feeling rested and ready for Ryder Cup after wild card 'gamble'
The Spaniard has won 25.5 points at the Ryder Cup.
Sep 17, 22:30
No bias with Shane Lowry Ryder Cup selection, says Padraig Harrington
The European captain insists his friendship with his fellow Irishman did Shane Lowry no favours.
Sep 13, 12:44
Padraig Harrington admits picking his Ryder Cup wild cards was a tough task
Justin Rose missed out as Sergio Garcia, Ian Poulter and Shane Lowry were selected.
Sep 12, 21:28
Ryder Cup setback fired up Wentworth winner Billy Horschel
The American was victorious in the BMW PGA Championship.
Sep 12, 18:42
Billy Horschel emulates Arnold Palmer as American winner of BMW PGA Championship
Seven-time major winner Palmer claimed the title at Royal St George's in 1975.
Sep 12, 17:35
Francesco Laporta has the edge as Ryder Cup qualifying battle hots up
European captain Padraig Harrington is facing a major selection headache.
Sep 11, 18:15
England's Laurie Canter sets halfway target at PGA Championship
Laurie Canter carded eight birdies and two bogeys in a second round of 66 to post a halfway total of 11 under par.
Sep 10, 15:20
Adam Scott happy to be back at Wentworth after encouraging opening round
Adam Scott carded eight birdies and a solitary bogey to finish seven under par on Thursday.
Sep 9, 18:57
Shane Lowry aware he might need a Ryder Cup wild card from Padraig Harrington
The former Open champion has a precarious grip on an automatic qualification place.
Sep 8, 17:01
Open to return to Royal Portrush in 2025 following successful hosting in 2019
The event had a popular winner in Irishman Shane Lowry two years ago, and also attracted a crowd of 237,750 throughout the week.
Sep 8, 11:37
Rory McIlroy takes early share of lead at second FedEx Cup play-off event
The Northern Irishman currently sits 28th in the FedEx Cup.
Aug 27, 01:43
Tokyo 2020: Rory McIlroy reaping rewards of mental refresh
The Northern Irishman is four shots off the lead.
Jul 30, 12:10
Jordan Spieth makes strong start at Open Championship
The American trailed clubhouse leader Louis Oosthuizen by one shot at Royal St George's.
Jul 15, 17:54
Louis Oosthuizen stars in first round of 149th Open Championship
Fellow former champions Jordan Spieth and Stewart Cink are not too far behind the South African.
Jul 15, 15:34
Brian Harman takes early lead at 149th Open Championship
The left-hander had five birdies in eight holes only to drop a shot after missing the ninth green.
Jul 15, 13:07
Shane Lowry hopes open "bubble" can work in his favour
Shane Lowry had the Claret Jug in his possession until Monday morning after last year's Open was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Jul 12, 17:29
Tommy Fleetwood hails Open as "most motivating event in the world"
The 30-year-old believes he is close to recapturing his best form as he prepares for Royal St George's.
Jul 12, 12:48
Padraig Harrington preparing for test of "mental fortitude"
The 49-year-old recorded an encouraging top-20 finish in the Scottish Open.
Jul 11, 17:23
Open Championship should prove worth the wait
The 2020 Open was cancelled on April 6 last year.
Jul 8, 08:19
Five talking points ahead of 149th Open Championship
Shane Lowry is the defending champion at Royal St George's while Rory McIlroy will be looking to end his major drought.
Jul 8, 08:16
Five contenders to win the Open Championship
The world's best will descend on Sandwich for the season's final major championship.
Jul 8, 08:15
Lucas Herbert: 'My career has come full circle'
Lucas Herbert took a one-shot lead into the final round at Mount Juliet and carded a closing 68 to finish on 19 under par.
Jul 4, 19:55
Rory McIlroy falters as Lucas Herbert leads Irish Open
There were five Britons in the top 11 after 54 holes at Mount Juliet Estate.
Jul 3, 19:55
Lucas Herbert retains lead at Irish Open as Rory McIlroy fights back
Lucas Herbert recovered from an early double bogey to also add a 67 to his opening 64 and reach 13 under par.
Jul 2, 19:31
Rory McIlroy struggles in early stages of Irish Open
The pre-tournament favourite could only card an opening 72 at Mount Juliet.
Jul 1, 20:38
Shane Lowry: 'Claret Jug has become part of furniture'
Shane Lowry has had the famous trophy in his possession ever since he cruised to a six-shot victory at Royal Portrush in 2019.
Jun 30, 16:08
Phil Mickelson makes history with US PGA Championship triumph
Phil Mickelson is the first 50-year-old to win a major.
May 24, 07:55
Shane Lowry admits he was "goosed" in second round at PGA Championship
The Irishman is level par after 36 holes.
May 21, 21:07
Monday's sporting social: Henry and Shearer honoured and Grosjean tests limits
Shane Lowry brought his daughter to work.
Apr 26, 19:33
R&A still planning for "full-scale" Open Championship
Chief executive Martin Slumbers added, however, that 'robust plans' were in place for a reduced capacity or behind-closed-doors model.
Feb 10, 10:30
A closer look at the schedule for sport fans in 2021
The Tokyo Olympics, Euro 2020, Wimbledon tennis and Open golf are back on the sporting calendar.
Dec 31, 13:22
Paul Casey enters the 2021 Saudi International
Paul Casey opted out of the inaugural event in 2019, citing concerns over the country's human rights record.
Nov 26, 11:14
Tyrrell Hatton to take strong lead into final round at BMW PGA Championship
Tyrrell Hatton's choice of clothing has been a talking point this week.
Oct 10, 18:30
Leaders Shane Lowry and Matt Fitzpatrick neck-and-neck in BMW PGA Championship
The pair are three shots ahead of France's Victor Perez.
Oct 9, 15:02
Russell Knox takes one-shot lead on day one as PGA Tour starts in California
The Scot was a stroke ahead in northern California, where wildfires have caused significant evacuations.
Sep 11, 07:41
Coronavirus latest: What sports stars have said during lockdown on March 30
Barcelona's players have agreed a pay cut.
Mar 30, 19:33
Coronavirus: Shane Lowry fears travel restrictions could hamper golf's resumption
The Open champion is currently based in Florida with his family.
Mar 30, 10:42
Brooks Koepka in contention on return from injury in Abu Dhabi
Brooks Koepka lies two shots off the lead held by Italy's Renato Paratore and South African Shaun Norris.
Jan 16, 14:58
World number one Brooks Koepka fires opening round of 66 on return from injury
The American has not played since October.
Jan 16, 12:26
