September Event #2

OHHH Stevie Geraghty—you’ve got the ball in “scratched” mode on Hole 12. That’s not a swing, that’s a tattoo of regret. Down to 16th and climbing the leaderboard… backwards. +17 through 12—nice work, champ. 🙃⛳️

Rivalry update: Stevie Geraghty’s battle for supremacy is currently looking like a test of nerves more than distance. After finishing Hole 12 with a scratched result, he’s sitting at 16th with 7 points, and the round trend is declining—meaning this rivalry swing could easily go the other way if he can’t stabilize soon.

Right now, it’s that classic rivalry feel: one bad stretch costs momentum, and the opponent will absolutely smell blood. For Geraghty, the next holes aren’t just about saving par—they’re about answering the rivalry challenge with discipline.

Brendan Considine out here turning bogey into a lifestyle. Hole 12 and you’re still +6—at this rate your driver’s gonna need band-aids next. Up to 7th with 18 points… thrilling stuff, can’t wait to see the miracle on 13! 😭🏌️‍♂️

Now we’re seeing a proper reshuffle at the top. Evan O’Keeffe has jumped into the lead position with +2 after 9, and that’s the kind of number that gives you that calm “stand up, strike, and trust it” feeling. Mike Rockall is next at +3 after 12, but the story around him is the gap—because when the front-runner is already down at +2, the rest have to do their business carefully rather than just survive. Alan Dempsey is at +4 after 10, with Tony McHale and Dave Flanagan both staying put in that chasing pocket at +4 after 11 and +4 after 12 respectively.

Then the wheels come off a little for some, and that’s where you see the character of the closing holes. Oisin O’Malley has drifted to +6 after 9, while Brendan Considine holds a bit of steadier shape at +5 after 11. The pressure hasn’t stopped—Danny Finn is +6 after 10, and the back end has ballooned with Liam Rockall at +8 after 9 and Ciaran Considine at +8 after 11. If O’Keeffe can keep his errors small and his tempo even from here, that +2 after nine is starting to look like something you’ll have to chase all the way in.

Alright folks, quick little clubhouse whisper: Eoghan Considine’s riding a tidy run in the middle of the standings—sitting 12th on 9 points—but the real chatter is about his practice habits. Word is he’s been sneaking in extra work on those “late” tempo swings, the ones that usually fall apart when the day gets long. A couple of guys in the scorer’s tent say he’s also been borrowing a few tips from a caddie buddy—nothing flashy, just grip feel and a smoother transition that’s showing up when he needs to chase momentum. If he keeps that rhythm locked in, don’t be surprised if he turns this points haul into a proper climb.

Paddy Power Tournament Odds (latest) — after 9 holes, with Eoghan Considine sitting 12th on 9 points (trend: declining):

Evan O'Keeffe (+2 after 9) 4/6 — Looks set to manage the lead and grind out pars; the clubhouse favourite.

Mike Rockall (+3 after 12) 11/4 — One of the few who can close the gap if he steadies down the card.

Alan Dempsey (+4 after 10) 7/2 — Still very live; needs a cleaner back-nine to threaten the top spot.

Tony McHale (+4 after 11) 8/1 — Consistency is there; if he stops the wobble, he can sneak into contention.

Dave Flanagan (+4 after 12) 10/1 — Currently stuck in the pack; can make a move with a couple of low holes.

How it might finish: We’ve got Evan O'Keeffe edging it. Closest pressure likely comes from Mike Rockall, with Dempsey the danger if he finds form late. Eoghan Considine’s decline after the double bogey on 9 leaves him chasing momentum—top-end looks tougher from here.

Oh Eoghan Considine… doubles after doubles, my guy is golfing like it’s a group project and you forgot your part. 😭

+9 through 9 and somehow still 12th… bro’s playing hard mode without the controller.

Let’s go Eoghan—just one bogey at a time, yeah? 🏌️‍♂️✨

Rivalry Update: Eoghan Considine is starting to feel the pressure as this contest heats up—right now, he’s sitting in the 12th position with 9 total points.

After finishing Hole 9 with a double bogey, the momentum has clearly shifted. The round trend is declining, and in a rivalry, that’s exactly when the head-to-head dynamic swings—who can stay composed when things tighten?

Considine will need to claw back quickly over the next stretch; one clean sequence could get this rivalry back on his terms.

Alright, here’s the whisper from the ropes, and trust me—Oisin O’Malley’s got the kind of confidence you feel before you see it. He’s sitting 8th with 12 points, but the gossip is that his swing coach has been quietly tweaking his tempo—nothing dramatic, just those micro-pauses between backswing and transition. Word is Oisin’s been testing a “safer miss” shape off the tee, and if it holds, he’s going to look a lot less like a streaky player and more like a problem for everyone chasing him. Keep an eye on the way he’s reacting to pressure on short putts—there’s a calmness in his demeanor that usually means the work has finally clicked.

Paddy Power — Tournament Odds (latest)

With the leaderboard led by Evan O'Keeffe (+2) after 9, the market is tightening for a finish up near the top.

• Evan O'Keeffe — 1/2
  Showing the best control early; just needs to keep it straight over the closing holes.
• Mike Rockall — 11/4
  Solid scoreline behind the leader; could nick it if O'Keeffe slips a shot.
• Alan Dempsey — 6/1
  On the fringe at +4; has the look of a mover if momentum turns.
• Tony McHale — 6/1
  Staying in contention at +4; expect him to compete for the final podium spots.
• Oisin O'Malley — 25/1
  Dropped to 8th after the double bogey on 9; comeback is possible, but it’s an uphill climb.

How we think it finishes
This looks like a two-horse battle between Evan O'Keeffe and Mike Rockall, with Dempsey/McHale pushing for the last top spots. Oisin’s got work to do after the wobble—aiming for damage limitation from here.

Oisin O’Malley really said “let’s double bogey for the vibes” on 9… my guy, you’re +6 and still moving like the GPS is buffering. 😭⛳️ Round trend: declining, confidence level: missing. C’mon, swing it like you mean it!

Rivalry update: Oisin O’Malley is in the thick of it again, but the momentum just took a hit on Hole 9 with a double bogey. That swing has him sitting at 7th on 12 points, and the round trend is declining.

In these head-to-head moments, rivals pounce on any slip—because one bad hole can change who controls the match from here. Oisin will need a response soon to stop the other side from building a cushion.

Paddy Power Tournament Odds (Latest)

• Evan O'Keeffe — 11/8 (1st, +2 after 9; in a strong spot after a birdie)
• Mike Rockall — 4/1 (creeping back with +3 after 12; looks dangerous)
• Alan Dempsey — 6/1 (+4 after 10; steady pace, right there)
• Tony McHale — 6/1 (+4 after 11; could surge if the greens stay kind)
• Oisin O'Malley — 12/1 (+4 after 8; early charge, but will need to back it up)

What we make of it

Evan O'Keeffe is all the way on with the lead and a birdie to keep the pressure on. With the round trend flagged as declining, we’ll take the view he holds on—though Rockall looks like the main live threat if he finds a couple of low ones to close the gap.

Likely finish (top 3): O'Keeffe, Rockall, then Dempsey/McHale.

Evan O’Keeffe has timed things beautifully on Hole 9—that’s a birdie to keep the momentum rolling.

He moves in a strong position, sitting 1st with 16 total points, and the round trend is nicely declining—the kind of form you want as the back nine tightens up.

Big finish to this stretch, and you can feel the pressure easing for Evan as the numbers keep coming.

— Nick Dougherty

Evan O'Keeffe is turning this rivalry into a real statement today—currently 1st after a sharp birdie on Hole 9. His total points sit at 16, and the round trend is declining, which is exactly what puts rivals on the back foot.

In rivalry terms, that’s the kind of swing that says: “I’m not just competing—I’m applying pressure.” As Evan keeps tightening up after the turn, the matchup stops being about staying close and starts being about whether his opponent can match his momentum.

Paddy Power Tournament Odds (latest)

• Evan O'Keeffe — 2/1 (+3 after 8)
• Mike Rockall — 5/1 (+3 after 12)
• Alan Dempsey — 7/1 (+4 after 10)
• Tony McHale — 9/1 (+4 after 11)
• Dave Flanagan — 10/1 (+4 after 12)
• Oisin O'Malley — 12/1 (+4 after 8)
• Brendan Considine — 14/1 (+5 after 11)

Where it might finish?

It’s a tight top of the market with Evan O'Keeffe just edging it—he looks the most likely to hold firm. If the leaders can keep the birdies coming, we’re set up for a run-and-gun finish with Rockall (Mike) and Dempsey lurking close. Watch the guys sitting at +4 too; one sticky moment and they’ll be right back in it.

For context: Liam Rockall is 12th (+10) after Hole 9 with a bogey and a declining trend, so he’s fighting uphill from here.

Well, the leaderboard’s tightening but not settling—Mike Rockall is there at +3 after 12, while Evan O’Keeffe matches him at +3 after 8. That’s the key note: Rockall is holding his position as the test goes longer, and O’Keeffe is doing it from a shorter distance, which suggests he’s either planning to finish strongly or he’s just been very efficient early. Up the order, Alan Dempsey has slid to +4 after 10—the sort of shift that happens when you give one chance back and then it snowballs a little—while Tony McHale remains steady at +4 after 11.

Then you’ve got the middle pack, very much alive but under pressure. Oisin O’Malley is still at +4 after 8, and Dave Flanagan is back at +4 after 12—both indicating they’ve survived the harder stretches and are now looking for a swing of momentum. Brendan Considine moves to +5 after 11, while the chase heats up with Danny Finn at +6 after 10, and the back markers creeping in at +7: Eoghan Considine at +7 after 8 and Liam Rockall at +7 after 8. That mix tells me the finish could be fireworks—especially if anyone in that +3 or +4 band strings together a couple of clean holes.

Oh Padraig Burke… you’re on +8 through 10 and “round trend declining” is just a fancy way of saying you’re sliding downhill like a golf ball off a treadmill. Bogey on 10? That’s not golf, that’s interpretive chaos. 🤡⛳️

Oh Danny Finn, birdie on 10 and the leaderboard still looks like it’s wearing your jersey… 😂

How’s that magic trick going—turning swings into +6 like it’s a party trick? 8th place but the confidence is clearly in 8th gear. C’mon!!!

Danny Finn just circled Hole 10 with a birdie, keeping his charge moving from the 8th position with 14 total points. The round trend is declining, and that matters in a rivalry context—because when Finn finds his footing like this, it tightens the noose on the player he’s chasing.

Right now, Finn’s momentum is the story: a birdie on a middle stretch can swing matchups, and with his scoring form stabilizing, this rivalry is starting to feel less like a chase and more like a contest of control.