Robert Hynes

Drogheda

Digital Sports Editor at Irish Mirror

Digital Sports Editor @IrishMirror All views my own. [email protected]

Articles

Rory McIlroy homecoming fears after Masters win at Augusta

1 week ago | irishmirror.ie | Robert Hynes

Rory McIlroy made sporting history this past weekend when he joined a very elite group of golfing greats. The Holywood man became only the sixth male golfer to complete the career grand slam on Sunday as he won the Masters at Augusta. Celebrations began immediately at his local Co Down golf club, where unbearable sporting agony gave way to scenes of unbridled joy.
Controversial New Zealand star to join Leinster in shock move

1 week ago | irishmirror.ie | Robert Hynes

Controversial New Zealand centre Rieko Ioane has announced he will join Leinster next season on a sabbatical in a shock move. The 28-year-old has played for Auckland side Blues since 2016 and made his All Blacks debut in the same year. Ioane was involved in post-match incident with Johnny Sexton following Ireland's loss to New Zealand in the quarter-finals of 2023 Rugby World Cup, the Ireland and Leinster legend's last ever game as a player.
Irish star Aaron Hill suffers World Snooker Championship heartbreak

1 week ago | irishmirror.ie | Robert Hynes

Aaron Hill suffered World Snooker Championship heartbreak after losing in the final qualifying round. The Cork native lost 10-9 to David Gilbert in Sheffield after taking a 6-3 lead from the morning session into the evening one on Tuesday. Hill was aiming to qualify for the World Championship for the first time, but agonisingly fell at the last hurdle at the Sheffield Institute of Sport.
Bookie pays out on Willie Mullins being crowned UK champion trainer

1 week ago | irishmirror.ie | Robert Hynes

BoyleSports has paid out on Willie Mullins being crowned Champion Trainer in the UK – even though he currently trails Dan Skelton in the standings. The Closutton maestro is set to send a big team across the Irish Sea once again this week - with meetings at Cheltenham and Plumpton set to see plenty of runners from the Co Carlow yard.
Rory McIlroy 'in line for knighthood' after Masters win as King Charles reacts

1 week ago | dublinlive.ie | Alex Dunne |Robert Hynes

Rory McIlroy is rumoured to be on the cusp of receiving a knighthood after his stunning victory at the Masters. The golfer from Holywood made history by becoming only the sixth male golfer to win all four majors, clinching the title at Augusta on Sunday. Looking ahead, McIlroy has his sights set on more glory with the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, up next from May 15-18.
Rory McIlroy 'in line for knighthood' as King Charles reacts to Masters win

1 week ago | irishmirror.ie | Robert Hynes

Rory McIlroy is reportedly in line for a knighthood following his Masters heroics. The Holywood man became only the sixth male golfer to complete the career grand slam on Sunday as he won at Augusta. McIlroy will be targeting further success in the months ahead, with the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, the next of the majors taking place from May 15-18.
Masters prize money in full as Rory McIlroy pockets a fortune and what Shane Lowry earned

1 week ago | irishmirror.ie | Robert Hynes

Rory McIlroy silenced his critics in brilliant fashion as he won the Masters to join an elite group of golfing legends. The Holywood man became only the sixth male golfer to complete the career grand slam on Sunday as he won at Augusta after an unbelievable few hours of golf. McIlroy took home a whopping €3.7 million for winning the prestigious tournament, while Shane Lowry pocketed just under €67,000 for finishing tied for 42nd place.
Padraig Harrington questions 'most bizarre change of personality' he's ever seen during the Masters

1 week ago | irishmirror.ie | Robert Hynes

Padraig Harrington has questioned Bryson DeChambeau's decision not to go long on the par four third hole during the final round of the Masters. The American was playing alongside Rory McIlroy and took the lead on the second hole, having started the day two shots behind the Holywood man. However, McIlroy went back into the lead on the third and DeChambeau struggled from there on, going on to finish four shots behind the eventual winner in a tie for fifth place.
Bryson DeChambeau admits he wanted to cry for Rory McIlroy in honest admission

1 week ago | mirror.co.uk | Robert Hynes |Aaron Morris

Bryson DeChambeau was left emotional during final round of the Masters at Augusta, heartbroken for Rory McIlroy after a crucial mistake at the 13th hole saw the world number two's ball meet Rae's Creek. McIlroy etched his name into history over an unforgettable weekend of golf, securing his spot as only the sixth male golfer to achieve the career grand slam with his Masters victory.
Bryson DeChambeau makes honest admission about Rory McIlroy - ‘Wanted to cry’

1 week ago | irishstar.com | Robert Hynes

Bryson DeChambeau said he "wanted to cry" for Rory McIlroy after watching him sink the ball into Rae's Creek on the 13th hole of Augusta on Sunday. Despite various errs during the final round of play at the Masters, McIlroy finally clinched his Green Jacket and joined an elite group of just six men who have completed a career Grand Slam.