McGinley: Irish Open now back in the big time

“THE Irish Open has regained its status as one of the premier events on the European Tour.”

That was the ringing endorsement from Paul McGinley in Killarney last night as he rejoiced at the huge success of the championship over the past four days. Fellow Ryder Cup assistant captain Darren Clarke concurred, with both men urging title sponsors 3 to bring the event back to the Killeen Course next year.

“Overall, it’s been a great week, a great venue, terrific golf course, a great town, great crowds, very good pint of Guinness, the championship is back where it belongs,” enthused McGinley.