The R&A have confirmed that the Open Championship will return to Royal Portrush in 2025.
The major will come back to Irish shores after hosting the 2019 tournament that saw Shane Lowry secure a momentous Open win.
240,000 fans flocked to the Down course in 2019 in the first Northern Irish Open since 1951, and it's expected the 2025 tournament can attract similar numbers.
Golf Ireland have welcomed the move, adding that with the Ryder Cup heading to Adare Manor in 2027, it signals an exciting era for Irish golf.
Golf Ireland CEO Mark Kennelly said: “Today’s news is a great boost for Irish Golf. The fact the R&A have committed to bringing the Open back to Royal Portrush so quickly, shows what a great success the 2019 Open was.
“With Ireland also to host the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor, Irish golf is entering an very exciting era with these truly global golf events on the horizon. The selection of Irish venues is a testament to the esteem in which Irish golf and Irish courses are held
“It has been an wonderful week for Irish golf, with this very welcome announcement coming just days after Leona Maguire’s terrific performance at the Solheim Cup”.
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