Multiple threats leave Ireland in a strong position for another major push
The undoubted golden period of Irish golf arrived in the eight-season period from 2007 to 2014 – but are we on the verge of another spell of success on the world stage?
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The undoubted golden period of Irish golf arrived in the eight-season period from 2007 to 2014 – but are we on the verge of another spell of success on the world stage?
Rory McIlroy had mixed emotions after seeing another opportunity to end his major drought end in disappointment in the US Open, while Seamus Power was emboldened after his "steady" performance at the difficult Brookline layout.
Matt Fitzpatrick celebrated a dream come true after holding his nerve to win his first major title in the 122nd US Open. Fitzpatrick carded a closing 68 at Brookline to finish six under par, a shot ahead of playing partner Will Zalatoris and world number one Scottie Scheffler. "The feeling's out of this world," the 27-year-old from Sheffield said.
It was a torrid second day for the South African contingent at the US Open, as only MJ Daffue made the cut at the third major of the year.
A weekend showdown of golf's top stars was set Friday at the US Open as two-time major winner Collin Morikawa seized a share of the lead while Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy were one-stroke adrift.
Rory McIlroy is just one off the lead at the US Open after carding a round of 69 at Brookline, Massachusetts.
Rory McIlroy will be the first of the Irish starters at the US Open with the County Down man starting his first round on the 10th hole at 12.40pm Irish time.
Shane Lowry expects sharing a playing group with Phil Mickelson at the US Open will be a "wild" experience.