Caddie Dermot Byrne key for Leona Maguire's breakthrough win

Leona Maguire and caddy Dermot Bryne after the Cavan woman's victory at the LPGA Drive On Championship in Fort Myers, Florida. Picture: Douglas P DeFelice/Getty Images

Leona Maguire admits that her decision to take on caddie Dermot Byrne last June has been a gamer-changer for her career.

Formerly with Shane Lowry, Byrne came on the bag two weeks after Leona threw away a five-up lead against Jennifer Kupcho in the Bank of Hope LPGA Matchplay in Las Vegas last June and his calm demeanour, dry wit, and vast experience proved key as she went on to enjoy a spectacular year.