Sugrue denied chance to defend Amateur Championship

James Sugrue’s chance of defending his Amateur Championship title later this month has are in serious doubt following the GUI’s recommendation that players from the Republic Of Ireland withdraw from overseas events, including in Great Britain.

The Golfing Union of Ireland’s announcement on Thursday follows Tuesday’s review by the Irish Government of its Green List for overseas travel under the current Covid-19-related public health conditions. That means non-essential travel to countries not on the list, including Britain, is advised against.