The KPMG Women’s Irish Open returns to Dromoland Castle this weekend as amateurs and professional alike compete on the Co Clare course.
Ms Maguire agreed more young women are interested in golf and encouraged everyone to get involved – but to avoid sand bunkers.
“Golf, more so nearly than most sports, is a very mental sport – a lot of people have a fear of bunkers,” she said.Other Irish players this weekend include Áine Donegan, Beth Coulter, Sara Byrne and Kate Lanigan.“It's just amazing to see the whole thing up and running,” she said.“I just want to go out and enjoy it this week and not too much pressure on myself.”
Aideen Walsh watches her tee shot at KPMG Irish Women's Open, 01/09/2023. Image: Eóin Noonan/SportsfileDromoland Lady Captain Michelle Bennett said budding players are able to meet the best players in Europe this weekend – including many of Ireland’s own.“They're interacting, they're showing the next generation what it’s about.”
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