Christmas comes early for mighty Quinn

GOLF addict Niall Quinn describes the atmosphere at Adare Manor for the JP McManus Pro-Am as being “like Christmas time for adults”.

The former Arsenal, Manchester City, Sunderland and Republic of Ireland striker is taking time out from his responsibilities as Black Cats chairman and his interest in the World Cup to refocus on his golf over the next couple of days.

He plays with Ryder Cup star Paul Casey in the Pro-Am this afternoon before displaying his talents in partnership with the talented Swede Alexander Noren tomorrow.