It now seems only Colin Montgomerie can come between Paul McGinley and the captaincy of the 2014 European Ryder Cup team.

A EUROPE-WIDE hunt is under way to track down two Irish crime bosses wanted in relation to the investigation into the Christy Kinahan international crime syndicate.

OF the 12 Irishmen who have competed in the Masters, the best finishes were achieved by Pádraig Harrington, tied fifth in 2002, and Darren Clarke, who shared eighth place in 1998.

THE Irish developers of one of Europe’s most prestigious golf resorts believe it will be hosting European tour events within a decade.

WHILE making no secret of his resentment at being summarily dropped from the list of European team candidates, Christy O’Connor Junior last night insisted that he will do all in his power to ensure the success of next year’s Ryder Cup at The K Club.

“I thought I was going out for a feed of fish and chips and instead I get picked up in a Rolls Royce and brought to a banquet attended by 600 of my oldest friends,” said a clearly bemused but delighted Christy O’Connor Snr.

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