A MASSIVE temporary car park which will service people travelling to and from the Ryder Cup has been given planning permission despite objections from locals who fear it will lead to increased traffic volumes and who argue a more suitable site might have been found.

Public relations guru Mary Finan was today appointed by the Government as chairperson of the RTE Authority.

A new administration for the Ryder Cup in Europe has been confirmed, with the European tour becoming the managing partner and the Professional Golfers Association the founding partner.

FOR only the second time in its history, the GAA has agreed to change the date of the 2006 All-Ireland football final to avoid a clash with the Ryder Cup.

A minute’s silence and a lone piper playing for a further minute were the poignant highlights of today’s opening ceremony for the 34th Ryder Cup at The Belfry.