September Event #2

Alright—insider stuff, and I’ll say it with a straight face: Stevie Geraghty is 16th right now with 7 points, but the real buzz in the ropes is what’s happening off-camera. Word is Stevie’s been tinkering with his pre-shot routine—quietly swapping the usual “wait-and-feel” tempo for something a touch more rigid—because when the putts get even slightly spicy, his brain apparently starts shopping for extra options. If that new rhythm sticks through the next few holes, he could turn this “okay” spot into a proper climb, but if he goes back to the old habits? Watch for a couple of those maddening lip-outs.

Paddy Power – Tournament Odds Update

Stevie Geraghty (16th, 7 pts) – 10/1 (big swing needed after a scratched Hole 15).

Top of the board:

• Alan Dempsey (+1) – 11/8: Holding the narrow lead but you fancy the chasing pack to pressure him late.
• Mike Rockall (+2) – 7/4: One of the sharper finishers on the evidence—could easily tack on enough to steal it.
• Danny Finn (+4) – 4/1: Staying in touch; if he avoids any more slip-ups, he’s right in the mix.
• Tony McHale (+4) – 9/2: Consistent positioning—could be a late mover over the final stretch.
• Dave Flanagan (+5) – 10/1: In range; just needs to find a bit of momentum from here.

How I think it might finish: Tight up top—my money’s on Dempsey to hold on, with Rockall the main danger if he keeps building from range.

OMG Stevie Geraghty is out here playing golf like it’s a mystery novel… because Hole 15 ended in a scratch so fast I didn’t even blink. 🤦‍♂️

Down to 16th on +23… that’s not a comeback, that’s a controlled crash. Clap clap for the “course management” strategy, Stevie! 👏😂

Rivalry Update: Stevie Geraghty just marked Hole 15 as a scratch, and you can feel this competitive matchup tightening in real time. The round is currently trending downhill, and after a slip like that, Stevie’s battle for control becomes all about response—because a single momentum swing can turn a rivalry from tight contest to full-blown chase.

Where things stand: He sits at 16th with 7 total points, and with the back half still ahead, this rivalry is all about whether Stevie can claw back strokes and turn pressure into precision.

🏌️ Paddy Power Tournament Odds (Latest)

Based on current leaderboard positions and form. Odds are illustrative.

• Alan Dempsey — 5/2 (top of the board on +1)
• Mike Rockall — 7/2 (in the mix on +2)
• Danny Finn — 6/1 (holding +4 after 13)
• Tony McHale — 8/1 (steady on +4 after 14)
• Dave Flanagan — 10/1 (on +5 after 15)
• Oisin O’Malley — 12/1 (on +5 after 12)
• Evan O’Keeffe — 14/1 (on +6 after 12)
• Liam Rockall — 16/1 (on +6 after 12)
• Ciaran Considine — 20/1 (9th on +7; just posted a bogey at 15)
• Brendan Considine — 25/1 (10th on +8)

🗣️ Paddy Power Verdict

With Alan Dempsey sitting pretty on +1, he’s the man to catch—and I fancy him to see it out. Mike Rockall looks the most likely challenger if he can avoid the kind of slip-ups that are currently costing spots, especially with Ciaran just taking a bogey on 15 and trending down.

Where it’s likely to finish: Alan Dempsey to win; Mike Rockall to go well for second.

Dan Rapaport here—and listen, the talk around the ropes is that Brendan Considine is running that tight-lipped routine like a man with something to prove. He’s sitting 10th with 22 points, but insiders say he’s been quietly leaning on an old-school putting tip from a veteran he trusts—because the lag has been better, but the lip-out misses have been haunting him. The rumor? He’s been practicing with a slightly “wrong” ball position just to calm his tempo, and if the putter behaves early, he could start climbing fast.

Paddy Power Tournament Odds (latest)

Based on the current leaderboard and who looks best placed to move on from here.

• Alan Dempsey (top on +1): 4/1 — Looks solid and in control; just needs to keep the wheels on.
• Mike Rockall (+2): 6/1 — Plenty of scoring in him; if he makes another burst, he’s right there.
• Danny Finn (+4): 9/1 — Dangerous with holes left; could climb quickly if putts start rolling.
• Tony McHale (+4): 10/1 — Comfortable position; consistent finish could drag him into it.
• Oisin O'Malley (+5): 14/1 — Still live, but needs a stronger closing stretch than the leaders.

Brendan Considine watch — Currently 10th (+8) after a double bogey on 15 with a declining trend. Off a long way back, 28/1 for the win, though if he steadies up and birdies late he could still climb.

How we think it might finish

Alan Dempsey to sneak it — with Mike Rockall the main pursuer. Late movement from Danny Finn and Tony McHale is the threat.

Brendan Considine on +8 after 15… buddy, the fairway called and said “we don’t know you.” 😂
Double bogey energy like you’re trying to win Slowest Swing of the Year. C’mon—round’s slipping downhill faster than your backspin! ⛳️😬

Rivalry Spotlight: With Brendan Considine sitting in 10th, today’s edge feels razor-thin. He just ran into trouble on Hole 15 with a double bogey, a wobble that can completely swing the momentum in a head-to-head matchup.

The key takeaway? The round trend is declining, and in a rivalry, that’s when the opponent usually pounces—turning one mistake into real separation.

Still, Considine’s 22 total points means he’s not out of it. If he can regroup the way great rivals do—clean swings, fewer freebies—he’ll keep this duel alive and make the next stretch a pressure test for his rival.

Rivalry Update: Oisin O’Malley is turning up the heat in this one—he just popped a birdie on Hole 12 to move himself into 5th with 19 points.

What makes it especially spicy in the rivalry? Oisin’s round trend is improving, which is exactly how you pressure a rival: you don’t just keep pace—you start closing the gap with momentum on the back nine.

If Oisin can keep finding chances after this birdie, this battle won’t be settled with one good swing—it’ll come down to who holds their nerve when the pressure rises.

Alright, golf fans—here’s the real clubhouse chatter on Evan O’Keeffe: he’s sitting 8th with 18 points, but don’t let the leaderboard fool you. The inside buzz is that Evan’s been spending his warm-up time testing a slightly different putter grip—nothing dramatic, just enough to tame a couple of “wake-up lip-outs” he’s been seeing lately. Even better? Word is he’s got a new pre-shot routine he’s been quietly leaning on to speed up his tempo when the pressure rises. Nothing official—just the kind of tinkering you see when a guy knows the cut won’t save him if he doesn’t start converting from scoring range.

Oi Evan O'Keeffe… back on +6 through 12 and you just sent that ball into double-bogey land on 12. 🔥

Bro out here swinging like the rules are a suggestion and the cart girl is the official referee. 🤡⛳️

Still P8 with 18 points… but your round trend is declining faster than my confidence in your GPS. 📉😂

Evan O'Keeffe is in a tough stretch on Hole 12, rattling in a double bogey that’s pushed him to 8th with 18 points.

In this rivalry, that kind of momentum swing is everything: the opponent thrives when Evan’s round trend turns downward, because the margin for error evaporates hole by hole. Right now, Evan’s job is simple—reset fast and start clawing back strokes before the leader’s cushion grows.

Keep an eye on the next few holes: this match-up often boils down to whether Evan can flip the narrative from damage control to pressure golf.

Alright, folks—Liam Rockall is dialing up some serious golf right now. He’s making smart, repeatable swings with that nice, stable tempo, and when the ball is on line, it’s all gas, no hesitation. Right now in 7th with 18 points, you can feel the momentum—he’s built for low scores and he’s hunting them with confidence.

🚨 FULL SWING SPOILER ALERT

Ooh, streaming vibes incoming—Liam Rockall might be joining next season of Full Swing. 👀

From what we’re seeing on the course: calm under pressure, a relentless “get better every hole” mindset, and—listen—when he’s hot, he’s impossible to slow down.

Just wrapped up Hole 12 with an eagle and climbed to 7th with 18 points, trending upward—so on the show we’d expect: highlight-reel practice sessions, honest breakdowns after big swings, and a personality that makes the clubhouse (and the camera) feel like it’s on his side.

🖤 Netflix: Full Swing—we’re ready when he is.

Rivalry Spotlight: Liam Rockall is starting to turn up the heat.

Rockall just found an eagle on Hole 12, jumping him into 7th with 18 total points—and the round trend is improving. That matters in this rivalry, because when he gains momentum, his opponents have to respond immediately, not later.

Right now, Rockall’s feeling the rhythm: sharp positioning, decisive swings, and a finish that’s threatening to swing the head-to-head narrative back in his favor.

Nothing changes at the top, and that’s the story—Alan Dempsey is still perched at +1 after 13, with Mike Rockall right alongside the chase at +2 after 15. It’s the kind of leaderboard that tightens without anyone needing to take a risk for one big swing: everyone else is clustered at +4 or higher, and that makes every yard and every putt feel like it’s counting twice. Danny Finn at +4 after 13 is right in the mix, with Evan O’Keeffe holding at +4 after 11 and Tony McHale steady at +4 after 14.

Down the board, the same pattern remains: Dave Flanagan is at +5 after 15, while the Considines are both at +6 after 14—Ciaran and Brendan—showing admirable control, even if they haven’t made the leap into the top grouping. Oisin O’Malley stays at +6 after 11, but Liam Rockall is still out at +8 after 11, which tells you he needs something sharper than steady play. If Dempsey keeps the margins, the closing holes are going to become a real test of nerve for everyone hunting that remaining shot or two.

Paddy Power Tourament Odds (Latest)

Alan Dempsey — 10/11 (leads by 1, steadier over the closing holes)

Mike Rockall — 7/4 (climbs to +2 at the death swing; momentum could carry him)

3rd Pack (Next Best)

Danny Finn — 9/2 (still well in it, but needs to tidy up from here)

Evan O'Keeffe — 9/2 (at +4 after 11—if he avoids the big number, he’s dangerous)

Tony McHale — 11/1 (same +4 after 14; could squeeze into podium spots)

How it might finish: With Dempsey just nudging it, I fancy a close run-in between Dempsey and Rockall. Finn/O’Keeffe look like the main chasers if the leaders drop a shot late.

oi Ciaran Greene… your putter heard “clutch” and said “nah.” 😤
Bogey on 15, still cruising around +16 like it’s a guided tour. Declining trend, huh? More like disappearing act!

Paddy Power Tournament Odds (Latest)

• Alan Dempsey — 8/11 (Top spot at +1 after 13)
• Mike Rockall — 5/4 (Currently 2nd, +2 after 15; improving form)
• Evan O'Keeffe — 7/2 (In the mix at +4 after 11)
• Tony McHale — 7/2 (Also +4 after 14; solid pressure pick)
• Dave Flanagan — 9/1 (On +5 after 15; needs a late swing)
• Others (Evan/Danny/Oisin/Ciaran/Brendan) — 12/1 to 25/1 (all in touching distance but must be near-perfect from here)

How it might finish

Mike’s making ground at the right time—if he keeps the momentum, he’s the one to nick top spot. But Alan still has the cushion and looks the most likely to go on and defend. I’ve got it as a Rockall to force it late, though with Dempsey just shading the win.