Lahinch hail McGinley influence as club to host 2019 Irish Open

Lahinch Golf Club were last night toasting Paul McGinley for his efforts in helping to bring the 2019 Dubai Duty Free Irish Open to the famous Co. Clare links course.

McGinley, the 2019 tournament host, yesterday helped announce the European Tour’s decision for next year’s venue, ensuring Lahinch’s Old Course will be the centre of attention next July when The Open Championship will be staged at Royal Portrush a fortnight later.

Europe’s Ryder Cup-winning captain of 2014 assumes the hosting role of the prestigious Rolex Series tournament after original host Rory McIlroy steps aside after four years this July to rotate the duties among Ireland’s golfing legends Pádraig Harrington, Darren Clarke, Graeme McDowell, and McGinley.