Lowry's Masters message to McIlroy, Ireland wary of hurting Poles, and the hurling narrative playing into Tipp hands

Lowry's Masters message to McIlroy, Ireland wary of hurting Poles, and the hurling narrative playing into Tipp hands

Irish Independent

Friday, 17 April 2026

This newsletter was edited by Stephen Bennett

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Colm Keys: It seems many people have forgotten who won the All-Ireland last year, and that will suit Tipperary just fine

‘I’m so happy for you, but I don’t have it in me tonight to go over and celebrate’ – Shane Lowry’s Masters message to Rory McIlroy

Ireland’s Megan Connolly wary as ‘pissed-off’ Poles arrive gunning for revenge

‘He said from day one we're going to do special things’ – Jordan Morris on the belief instilled by Meath manager Robbie Brennan

Scott Bemand not shy to make the big Ireland calls – even at risk of disruption to his Irish side

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