Legendary Irish golfer Christy O'Connor Senior has died

Golfer Christy O’Connor Senior has died at the age of 91.

Legendary Irish golfer Christy O'Connor Senior has died
Sat, 14 May, 2016 - 12:41

Golfer Christy O’Connor Senior has died at the age of 91.

It has been reported that the legendary golfer passed away peacefully at the Mater Hospital this morning around 3.30am.

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