Killarney to welcome back Irish Open

FÁILTE IRELAND’S commitment to the Irish Open, at least for 2011, means that the country’s flagship golf tournament will go ahead for the second successive year and for the fourth time in all at Killarney on July 28-31 next.

Tourist Board chairman Redmond O’Donoghue has always been a strong supporter of the championship and his influence has again been considerable in ensuring the continuation of the event that was placed in doubt after the withdrawal of mobile phone company 3, a year short of their agreement with the European Tour.

“We are delighted to once again be involved in this great event and to commit to being a major sponsor to ensure its continued success,” said O’Donoghue.