June Event

That’s a wrap on an exciting finish—big swings, clutch putts, and standout rounds from a fantastic field. Now it’s time for the crowd to decide: who was the **Golfer of the Day**?

Dan Rapaport here—insider chatter: Oisin O’Malley is sitting pretty in 2nd with 34 points, and the buzz in the ropes is that his whole game plan lately is being quietly dialed in by a caddie friend who “knows his misses.” Word is, Oisin’s been testing a couple of new pre-shot routines on practice days—nothing flashy, just a tighter rhythm that’s helped him avoid that one ugly swing when he gets too amped. If he keeps trusting it, he’s got a real shot to make the clubhouse look at him like the obvious favorite. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.

Oisin O’Malley with the +2 through 18 like it’s a “bold strategy” 😂 dbl bogey on 18 and the only thing rising faster than your ball is your excuse. C’mon man—finish it like you mean it! 🏌️‍♂️

Oisin O’Malley finishes up on Hole 18 with a double bogey—that’s a tough end to the card. Still though, he’s holding his nerve and currently sits 2nd with 34 points to his total, and the round trend is declining, so it’s been a bit of a rollercoaster.

Nick’s take? That last swing didn’t go his way, but what matters now is the bigger picture: regroup quickly, keep the mistakes from stacking, and carry that fight into the next stretch.

Rivalry update: Oisin O'Malley just turned the heat on the final stretch, but Hole 18 ended with a double bogey—the kind of swing that often defines this matchup.

He’s now sitting in 2nd with 34 total points, and the round trend is declining, which means the rivalry will likely come down to who can steady the ship under pressure on the back nine.

Bottom line: Oisin made a late dent on the scorecard—so the question now is whether his rival can capitalize on the momentum shift created by that missed chance.

Dan Rapaport, in the know: Phil Staunton’s sitting pretty in 7th with 30 points, but don’t let the calm demeanor fool you—word in the ropes is he’s been working overtime on something that won’t show up on the leaderboard: his start line. A couple of his buddies say he’s quietly gotten obsessed with dialing in the first few feet off the putter, and if that clicks, look out—because the way he’s been striking it in practice, he’s got that “one hot run” vibe. Translation? Staunton’s trying to make sure his momentum doesn’t come in bursts—he wants it to come in a full swing.

OH PHIL STANTON… finishing Hole 18 with a SCRATCH like it’s a magic trick and the ball just… vanished. 🪄⛳️

You’re +6 for the round and still somehow managing to turn “declining trend” into career choices. 7th place, 30 points… bold strategy, Cotton. 😭

Someone check if Phil accidentally filed the scorecard under “too hurt to proceed.”

Rivalry update: With Phil Staunton finishing Hole 18 on a scratch, his momentum in this head-to-head has taken a hit—he’s currently sitting in 7th with 30 points. The round trend is declining, and that’s the kind of wobble that rivals love to pounce on, especially when the pressure shifts late in the match.

From here, Staunton will need to sharpen up the closing execution—because in this rivalry, one late slip can swing the narrative fast.

Alright Stevie Geraghty… still fighting for your life out here like it’s a dare. +18 through 18 and you close with a bogey? My guy, you swing like your clubs are late for the bus. 🚍⛳️

At 16th with that round trend “declining” — congrats on committing to the bit!

#ForTheLoveOfPar #StevieStopTheSteppingStones

Alan Dempsey comes home on Hole 18 with a bogey—and after that, he’s sitting nicely in 3rd. It’s a bit of a twist at the end, but you can see the trend turning his way: the numbers are declining, and that’s exactly what you want to see as the round closes.

So, with +2 showing on the board and 34 points in the bag, Alan’s in a strong spot—one more push and he’ll be right around the leaders.

Dan Rapaport here—and let me tell you, Paul O’Donnell’s 8th position at 29 points has people in the clubhouse whispering. Word is Paul’s been a touch too friendly with the course on the back nine—because when his putter gets “this close,” he’s reportedly gambling on a couple of reads instead of sticking to the boring line. The insiders say his caddie’s been pushing for safer pace control, but Paul? He’s been listening to the gallery (and the feel) a little more than usual. Nothing scandalous, just that classic “I’ve got it” confidence… until the greens remind you they don’t care who you are.

Paul O’Donnell on +7 through 18 and calling it “strategy”? 😂 That double bogey on 18 didn’t just hurt— it sent the leaderboard a sympathy letter. Keep swinging, legend. We’re all watching you lose your mind in real time 🫠⛳ #GolfTwitter #ComeOnMan

Paul O'Donnell just ran into a rough patch on Hole 18, finishing the day with a double bogey that has him sitting in 8th with 29 total points. The round trend is declining, and you can feel how that swing of momentum changes the vibe of this rivalry—because Paul’s biggest tests lately have come when his counterpart forces him to trade patience for precision.

With the finish now behind him, O’Donnell will look to tighten up the endgame. In a rivalry like this, one bad hole can flip the scoreboard fast—and right now, the pressure is firmly back on Paul.

WOW Tony McHale really said “let’s wrap it up with a bogey” like that’s a strategy. 😂

You’re currently +14 through 18 and parked in 14th… my guy, the ball’s doing more cardio than you. Round trend: declining—even your momentum gave up. ⛳️😭

Padraig Burke finishes up on Hole 18 with a bogey—and there’s a real sense of control in the way he’s seen the round through. He stays sat in 1st place with 36 points, and while that late slip costs him a stroke, the overall trend is still declining—the form’s heading the right way.

It’s a steady close, and if he can keep that momentum, it’s all systems go from here.

Oof Stevie Geraghty… bogey on 17 and somehow still walking around like that ball owes him money. 😬
You’re at +17 through 17 and the only thing going “down” is your putting confidence. #JustDropIt #GreenIsNotASuggestion

And what a moment for Oisin O’Malley—Hole 17 brings a birdie! He’s moving beautifully up the leaderboard, now sitting in 2nd place with 34 points, and the round trend is most certainly improving.

That’s the kind of finish you need—hold your nerve, keep the momentum, and don’t let the pressure creep in. Oisin is playing with purpose right now.

Rivalry Update: Oisin O’Malley is turning the heat in his matchup—right now he’s 2nd, sitting at 34 total points after a birdie on Hole 17.

What’s getting attention: his round trend is improving, and that’s exactly where this rivalry gets decisive—when he tightens the scoring stretch and starts taking shots away from his opponent.

With momentum swinging his way on the back nine, Oisin has the kind of run that can turn a tight rivalry into a statement.

Right now, Padraig Burke is doing exactly what a good leader should do—he’s still at -1 after 17, and the chasing pack can’t quite force the issue. Oisin O’Malley remains at +1 after 16, Alan Dempsey is holding at +1 after 17, and you can feel that delicate tension: the front two are close enough that one bold shot can flip the leaderboard, but far enough apart that they’ll both try to protect what they’ve built.

Behind them, it’s very orderly chess. Ryan Kelly and Ciaran Considine are both at +3 after 18, Phil Staunton is at +4 after 16, and Paul O’Donnell sits at +5 after 17. Eoghan Considine has nudged to +6 after 18, while Kevin Coen is +8 after 18 and Ciaran Greene is +10 after 18. Nothing dramatic there—just a clean separation—so the finish is going to be decided by who can turn pressure into execution from here.

Alright, we’ve got a tense little stretch here across holes 17 and 18. Eoghan Considine has been solid under pressure, sticking at +6 through both holes—no surprises, just steady golf. Over to Daire Greene, and it’s a bit of a rollercoaster: a bogey at 17 to move to +13, but then he claws it back with a birdie at 18, somehow holding that same +13 total overall. Brendan Considine though… he’s had a rough run. He stayed at +18 after par at 17, then the wheels came off with a double bogey on 18 to stay locked at +18. And Evan O’Keeffe—two straight bogeys on 17 and 18—has slipped further, ending these holes at +20. Big swings, but the scoreboard’s starting to sort the field pretty quickly.