June Event

Dan Rapaport here—and listen, Tony McHale at 14th with 13 points has been getting some whispers in the ropes. Word is Tony’s been working overtime on his routine—quietly, obsessively—because lately he’s been a touch too generous when the pressure heats up, the kind of “one bad read and it snowballs” habit that’ll cost you strokes fast. The real gossip? A couple of the guys say he’s quietly testing a new pre-shot trigger and leaning on it like it’s a secret weapon… but he’s not telling anyone what the full plan is, which tells me he’s either cooking something brilliant—or trying to patch something that’s been nagging him.

Oh Tony McHale… +7 through 10 and the double bogey still wants a ride. 😂

Buddy’s playing like every fairway is a “challenge mode” and every green is a jump scare. 14th place, trend’s declining—someone tell him the round doesn’t end at the first shank! 🏌️‍♂️💥

Rivalry Watch: Tony McHale is battling hard in the featured matchup, but the momentum has slipped on Hole 10. A double bogey puts him at 14th with 13 points, and with the round trend declining, this rivalry moment is turning into a test of nerve.

Right now, the rival he’s chasing will be sensing vulnerability—Tony needs to stem the bleeding and start flipping pressure into birdie opportunities if he wants to swing the head-to-head back his way.

Padraig Burke steps up at Hole 10 and finds par—a steady, composed number that keeps him sitting 3rd as the round continues to shape up. That’s a nice bit of control, and with his trend improving, you can sense he’s starting to tighten things up at the right time.

Scorecard update: Hole 10 = par (E).

Alright folks, I’m hearing Mike Rockall has been throwing a little extra “studio time” at his putting stroke—like, the good kind of obsessive. Word in the ropes is he’s been tinkering with a flatter takeaway and really trying to tame the yips-prone streak from mid-round, because with him sitting up at 16th on 10 total points, everybody’s watching to see if that momentum turns into something real. If he starts rolling them from inside ten feet like he’s been practicing, this could be the week he stops being the quiet storyline and becomes the one everyone quotes after the round.

Paddy Power Tournament Odds (latest)

Ryan Kelly — 2/1 (leading at -3 after 12)

Alan Dempsey — 5/1 (-2 after 9)

Padraig Burke E — 6/1 (E after 9)

Eoghan Considine — 8/1 (E after 10)

Oisin O'Malley — 14/1 (+2 after 9)

Mike Rockall — 250/1 (16th, 10 pts, double bogey on 9; round trend declining)

What it might finish like: This looks like a Kelly vs Dempsey grind—Ryan’s got the cushion, but if Alan can just keep scrapping pars from here, he’ll pressure late. After that, Burke and Eoghan are the ones most likely to go on a run and sneak into the mix if the leaders start trading shots.

Mike Rockall out here playin’ like his scorecard is cursed. dbl bogey on 9 and you’re lookin’ +8 through 9—bruh, my toaster even finishes its rounds faster. 😂 #TeeItUpOrLeaveIt

Rivalry update: Mike Rockall is battling the edge of momentum in this matchup, and right now that rivalry feels like a tight squeeze—because on Hole 9 he snagged a double bogey, dropping him to 16th with 10 points as the round trend stays declining.

In this rivalry, one swing can flip the narrative, and Rockall will need to start answering the challenge quickly—because his counterpart will be sensing weakness after that back-nine hiccup.

Paddy Power odds (Tournament outright)

• Ryan Kelly (top, -3/12): 5/2 — Leads the clubhouse and looks most likely to control the closing stretch.
• Alan Dempsey (-2/9): 7/2 — Near the summit; with par golf he can hold station in the finish.
• Padraig Burke E (E/9): 6/1 — Starts steady; if he finds a couple of birdie looks, he’s right in it.
• Eoghan Considine (E/10): 8/1 — Slightly behind but one or two strong swings could swing the odds.
• Oisin O'Malley (+2/9, last hole par; trend declining): 20/1 — He’s hanging in inside the top five, but needs a serious low run from here.
• Paul O'Donnell (+3/9): 25/1 — Very catchable, though the leaderboard pace is brisk.
• Tony McHale (+5/9): 33/1 — Would need a big surge late to steal the trophy.

How it might finish (punted order of play):
I’d fancy Kelly to just see it out, with Dempsey the main danger. After that, it’s a scramble—Burke or Eoghan Considine could sneak into contention if the back nine turns generous.

Paddy Power Tournament Odds (latest)

• Ryan Kelly: 5/2 — Leads the way and looks comfortable, but he’ll need to keep the wheels on from here.
• Alan Dempsey: 7/2 — Just one shot off the front; if he holds steady he’s right in the frame to nick it.
• Eoghan Considine: 9/1 — Level/near the front around the turn; could charge late if the scoring opens up.
• Padraig Burke: 11/1 — Shouldn’t be written off; staying within touching distance can pay off quickly.
• Phil Staunton: 18/1 — Currently P7 on +5. With form declining, he’ll likely need a couple of low holes to sneak into contention.

How it might finish

I fancy a tight one at the top: Kelly to hold on, with Dempsey the main danger. Staunton looks more like a fight-for-the-places type unless he flips momentum over the back nine.

Paddy Power Tourney Odds (Latest)

1/1 Ryan Kelly to win — cruising at -3 after 12 and looking like the one with the momentum.

2/1 Alan Dempsey — only -2 after 9, but if he steadies from here he’s right in the mix.

5/1 Padraig Burke E — level round after 9, could kick on if the putter warms up.

8/1 Eoghan Considine — E after 10 and plenty of holes left to swing the leaderboard.

12/1 Oisin O’Malley — currently +2 after 8; needs a cleaner run to climb fast.

How it might finish: I fancy a tight run at the top — but with Ryan Kelly leading the pack, the script looks like he holds on for a comfortable-but-nervy win, with Dempsey chasing hardest.

Stevie Geraghty update: Bogey on 9 and you’re 16th on 10 pts with a declining trend — a few pars and a sneaky birdie or two are needed to drag it back.

Stevie Geraghty out here playing like the course is actually a suggestion. 😩 Bogey on 9, +8 through 9, and somehow you’re still 16th like it’s a feature. Keep those points coming—maybe next hole you’ll find your golf personality too.

Ryan Kelly has really turned the screws—he’s moved to -3 after 12, and now the whole leaderboard has to react. Alan Dempsey stays at -2 after 9, so he’s not out of it, but Kelly’s got that extra edge in the middle of the course where scoring tends to get carved up. Behind them, it’s still level at the top end of the chasing pack: Eoghan Considine and Padraig Burke are both sitting at E—Considine at E after 10, Burke at E after 9—so those two will be watching the leader closely for openings, because one loose swing can lift you right back into contention.

Further back, the group around +5 is holding its line but not making the breakthrough yet: Ciaran Considine +5 after 13, Phil Staunton +5 after 8, Tony McHale +5 after 9, and Danny Finn +5 after 12. Oisin O’Malley is also at +2 after 8, which means there’s a decent spread, and it could get interesting quickly if the ones at +5 start harvesting birdies. For now though, Kelly has the clubhouse feel about him—he’s in control, and everyone else is playing catch-up.

Alright folks, we’ve just come through the 11th and 12th holes, and it’s been a pretty lively little swing in momentum. Ryan Kelly has steadied the ship nicely—he’s gone bogey on 11, then bounced right back with a birdie on 12, holding his position at -3 overall. Danny Finn had it tough early with a bogey at 11, but he calmed things down by playing par on 12; he’s still sitting at +5. And Liam Rockall was the one just edging away—another bogey at 11 followed by par at 12 keeps him at +6. So overall, Ryan’s controlling the narrative, while Danny and Liam will be chasing a bit of redemption next time they get their hands on a scoring chance.

Oh, Ryan Kelly has just picked up a birdie on the 12th—and you can feel the momentum shift. He’s sitting 1st right now with 27 points, and the round is showing real improvement.

This is the kind of golf that makes champions—steady under pressure, then capitalising when the chance appears. Let’s see how he pushes from here.

Rivalry Update: Ryan Kelly is making a statement in this matchup—he just nailed a birdie on Hole 12 to move to 1st with 27 points.

What’s key for the rivalry? Kelly’s round trend is improving, and that’s exactly where this head-to-head can flip—because when Ryan’s momentum builds, the other player has to play catch-up and tighten up their decisions under pressure.

Right now, the message is clear: this isn’t just a lead, it’s a rhythm shift.

Right now it’s as tight as you’ll see it: Ryan Kelly and Alan Dempsey are both sitting at -2, with Kelly at -2 after 11 and Dempsey still -2 after 9. That’s a battle of momentum. Kelly’s steady at the top end, while Dempsey’s keeping pace—no daylight being given away. Down in the chasing group, the cushion has gone: Padraig Burke is now E after 9, and Eoghan Considine is E after 10, both moving off the earlier neutrality and making the front two look that bit more dangerous.

The mid-pack is starting to drift into a real “who wants it most?” bracket. Oisin O’Malley nudges to +2 after 8, while Paul O’Donnell is +3 after 9. Then you’ve got the chasing wave at +5: Phil Staunton +5 after 8, Ciaran Considine +5 after 13, Danny Finn +5 after 11, and Tony McHale +5 after 9. When multiple players share the same number like that, it usually means the next little stretch—one birdie, one careless bogey—will shuffle the cards quickly, and the leaderboard will feel very different by the next update.

Alrighto, Wayne Riley here, and we’ve been glued to this group for the last two holes. Kevin Coen is holding it together at +7—he stayed square on that run, par at the 12th and then par again at the 13th, so no hiccups for him. Over on the other side, Ciaran Considine is sitting at +5 as well, with a steady par at 12 followed by a bogey at 13—he’s still doing a decent job of limiting the damage. And Ciaran Greene is tracking at +6, also starting the stretch with par and then dropping one with a bogey at 13. It’s been solid, but there’s a little wobble mid-way through—now it’s about staying composed and making sure these chances don’t disappear.

LETS GO, Eoghan Considine! 🔥 Par on 10 and you’re holding it down in 4th. That improving trend is music to our ears—keep steering it straight! ⛳️💪 #Golf

Look at Evan O'Keeffe out here turning Hole 10 into the “find your confidence” challenge… and surprise, the only thing he found was another bogey. 🥲

+11 through 10, sitting 17th, and the round trend is going downhill like my confidence before a tee shot. Let’s goooo, Evan—maybe the golf cart’s got a GPS for putting. 🚜⛳️