West Waterford hails hero Seamus Power

Irish golf Olympian Seamus Power was given a hero’s welcome at his home club West Waterford last night as his fellow members toasted his new status as PGA Tour member.

Power, 29, was the centre of attention in the clubhouse as memorabilia from his exploits was proudly on display, including an Olympic flag, referencing their star’s participation for Team Ireland in last month’s Rio Games, alongside three-time major winner Pádraig Harrington in the men’s strokeplay event, finishing tied for 15th, alongside seasoned pros including Martin Kaymer.

There is a bright future too, with Power having earned his card to the richest circuit in golf when he was on of top 25 money winners on its secondary Web.com Tour, finishing 10th thanks in large part to his May victory at United Leasing and Finance Championship.