Mayo golfers compete in prestigious event at British Open course

Claremorris Golf Club has congratulated members John Roe and Carmel Kilgallon on competed in the R&A Nine-Hole Challenge Final in St Andrew’s, Scotland.

Over 91,000 golfers entered the nine hole qualifying event at courses throughout Great Britain and Ireland, Australia and New Zealand with only 20 pairings making it to the final.

A spokesperson for the club said: "What a fantastic achievement and an experience of a lifetime competing on this famed links course on the eve of the 150th Open Championship.

"Well done to John and Carmel for flying our club crest over in Scotland and we are extremely proud of your achievement in getting this far in such a prestigious event and venue."