Beginner’s Diary: Finding a way across fade street

Ronan Collins, PGA Professional at Fota Island, reckons he can make some kind of golfer out of our reporter at Fota’s Golf Academy. This week, some remedial action, writes Larry Ryan

A landmark week. Who knew we could arrive at this pivotal breakthrough so quickly?

Amid a swell of emotion and pride it has been born, by quite painful delivery. My very own bad shot.