McClean lands first Irish crown

SWEET SUCCESS: Matt McClean was crowned Flogas Irish Men's Amateur Open Champion at County Sligo Golf Club. Pic: Fran Caffrey, Golffile.

Malone golfer Matt McClean battled back from four shots down to claim his first Irish title with the Flogas Irish Men’s Amateur Open Championship on a thrilling final day.

The 30-year-old shot a brilliant 69 to push ahead of Walker Cup teammate Liam Nolan (Galway) down the home stretch at County Sligo Golf Club.