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Golf big hitters descend on
Ballyliffin
17.03.08
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THE waiting is almost
over. This weekend one of the strongest fields ever
assembled for a European Senior’s Tour event will
battle it out for the Irish Senior’s Open title on
the Old Course at Ballyliffin. |
The action at
Ballyliffin gets underway tomorrow, Wednesday, with
the Tournament Pro Am from 1pm. The AIB Pro Am
follows on Thursday before the main event begins on
Friday.
Welshman Ian Woosnam is making his first appearance
at an Irish tournament since he steered Europe to
Ryder Cup victory at The K Club in 2006. |
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The 1991 Masters winner
said: “I always enjoy playing in Ireland. I’ve got
lots of friends there and I’m sure it will bring
back some great memories for me. Hopefully I will be
able to make some more at the Irish Seniors Open.
I’m really looking forward to playing in the
tournament.” |
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Woosnam is part a
strong field which also includes two-time major
winner Sandy Lyle, Des Smyth, Sam Torrance and
defending champion Costantino Rocca of Italy.
Ballyliffin Golf Club General Manager is encouraging
the people of Inishowen to come and avail of the
opportunity to see top quality golf right here in
the peninsula.
If you intend to attend the |
Seniors Open you should
follow closely the instructions of the course
marshals.
Spectators have been advised not to bring cameras or
mobile phones onto the course with them. Those
following groups of golfers around the course should
keep a reasonable distance from the players on the
fairways. |
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