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The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
How Wimbledon hero Andy Murray could enter qualifying for The Open – but must pay £200 fee
ANDY MURRAY could qualify for golf's Open Championship next year. The two-time Wimbledon champion retired from tennis last summer after a legendary career. 3 Andy Murray could try and qualify for next year's Open Credit: Alamy But since hanging up his racquet, he has dusted off his golf clubs instead. And he has enjoyed a Murray, 38, shows not signs of slowing down in his pursuit of getting to scratch. He READ MORE ON THE OPEN And if he can get his handicap to 0.4 - and stump up the £200 fee - he could enter regional qualifying for next year's 154th Open at Royal Birkdale. Ex-Premier League footballers Jimmy Bullard and Peter Odemwingie both gave it a go in 2025 but did not progress. But Ryder Cup hero Ludvig Aberg threw his full support behind Murray's golf game. The Swede, 25, said: "He brings it up really nicely with the hands. Most read in Golf CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS "The club face is quite neutral, so it's not going to be biased whether he hits a draw or a fade. "Considering it's someone who played tennis at this level, it's pretty stinking good. Awkward moment fart noise stuns Open commentators into silence before pair burst out laughing The Open 2025 ONE of the most anticipated Opens in years is finally here. Can THE OPEN 2025 LIVE - Follow all the latest updates from Royal Portrush TIPS AND FREE BETS ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW... The Open 2025 schedule and tee times TOP STORIES... "In any sport or any profession, whether it's golf or tennis or something else, you need to spend time on it. "The technique of golf is quite tricky, naturally, so you do need to spend a lot of time on it." Aberg - who shot a four-under 67 to move to -2 after round two of The Open - added to the "Man, I was impressed! "They told us to be as honest as we can but I just didn't know what to say. "I think he's going to be able to play really good golf in the future." 3 Ludvig Aberg was singing Murray's praises after watching his swing Credit: Getty 3
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
How Wimbledon hero Andy Murray could enter qualifying for The Open – but must pay £200 fee
ANDY MURRAY could qualify for golf's Open Championship next year. The two-time Wimbledon champion retired from tennis last summer after a legendary career. 3 Andy Murray could try and qualify for next year's Open Credit: Alamy But since hanging up his racquet, he has dusted off his golf clubs instead. And he has enjoyed a stunning year on the course by getting his handicap down to a reported 1.9. Murray, 38, shows not signs of slowing down in his pursuit of getting to scratch. He beat Carlos Alcaraz in their three-match mini-series during the Spaniard's run to the Wimbledon final. READ MORE ON THE OPEN HARRY PUTTER Thomas tries casting spell on ball in desperate attempt to nail birdie putt And if he can get his handicap to 0.4 - and stump up the £200 fee - he could enter regional qualifying for next year's 154th Open at Royal Birkdale. Ex-Premier League footballers Jimmy Bullard and Peter Odemwingie both gave it a go in 2025 but did not progress. But Ryder Cup hero Ludvig Aberg threw his full support behind Murray's golf game. The Swede, 25, said: "He brings it up really nicely with the hands. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS "The club face is quite neutral, so it's not going to be biased whether he hits a draw or a fade. "Considering it's someone who played tennis at this level, it's pretty stinking good. Awkward moment fart noise stuns Open commentators into silence before pair burst out laughing "In any sport or any profession, whether it's golf or tennis or something else, you need to spend time on it. "The technique of golf is quite tricky, naturally, so you do need to spend a lot of time on it." Aberg - who shot a four-under 67 to move to -2 after round two of The Open - added to the Daily Mail: "Hey, that swing was really good! Like it was really, really good! "Man, I was impressed! "They told us to be as honest as we can but I just didn't know what to say. "I think he's going to be able to play really good golf in the future." 3 Ludvig Aberg was singing Murray's praises after watching his swing Credit: Getty
Leader Live
11-07-2025
- Sport
- Leader Live
Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson can't wait for Melbourne clash
The Reds, fresh for securing an historic third successive promotion, are preparing for a first Championship campaign in 43 years with a tour to Australia and New Zealand. After facing Melbourne, Wrexham play two more matches against A-League opposition - Sydney FC on July 15 (Allianz Stadium) in Australia and Wellington Phoenix in New Zealand on July 19 (Sky Stadium) - during the trip. The games are important in the build-up to the new season, which starts with a clash against Southampton at St Marys Stadium on Saturday August 9, but Parkinson stressed the importance of enjoying the tour. He told the official club website: 'There's a real passion for the sport here in Australia, particularly Melbourne. It's great to be over here and we're looking forward to the tour. 'It's important to get a feel for the city and we can't wait to play on Friday. 'Pre-season is so important to us because we get back to the UK with two weeks to go before our first season in the Championship for 43 years. 'We want the lads to enjoy these games and the experience.' Parkinson has named a 30-man squad for the trio of games with academy graduates Alex Moore, Max Purvis and Callum Edwards on board and they are set to get their chance to impress in the matches. 'We've got a good squad over here with some of our young players which is important," said the Reds' boss. 'We've built our Academy up over the last couple of years and it's important to try and give them as much game time as possible. 'Over the coming days I'll start watching their games and we'll study Melbourne Victory and how they play.' It's been an amazing journey under Hollywood owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney with Wrexham climbing from the National League to the second tier at a rapid rate. The Reds will make the biggest step-up yet when they play in the Championship but it is a challenge that Parkinson is relishing. MORE WREXHAM AFC NEWS Phil Parkinson: The heat is off for Wrexham in Australia and New Zealand! Fitness is priority but Ryan Longman wants Wrexham win against Melbourne Ex-Premier League star feels Tom Cairney could be tempted by move to Wrexham "The Championship is one of the most competitive leagues in world football and it's exciting for us," he added. 'When you look back at us three years ago playing in the National League to preparing for the Championship, it's a huge challenge for us. 'Everyone has to raise their game in all areas and that's what it is all about. 'There's a huge passion from our supporters in Wrexham and I can imagine they'll be a lot of bleary-eyed supporters staying up through the night to watch the games.'
Irish Examiner
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Irish Examiner
Juventus among admirers of Owen Elding but no Cork City approach for Patrick Hoban
Italian giants Juventus have joined the list of suitors monitoring the future of Sligo Rovers teen hotshot Owen Elding. The 19-year-old bagged his eighth and most stunning goal of the season last Friday to fire his hometown club ahead in a 1-1 draw at Bohemians. Sligo sensibly tied Elding down to a long-term contract until 2027, which doesn't contain a buyout clause, and his value continues to rise with each stellar performance. Bit O'Red boss John Russell admits it will take a 'hell of a bid' to prise their key asset from the Showgrounds but his array of admirers has swelled beyond the traditional UK market. Several were at Dalymount Park last Friday to observe the player in action first-hand. Juve, the most successful club in Serie A with 36 titles, have been tracking Elding in recent months and it's believed he features on a shortlist of potential targets. Read More Ex-Premier League striker Lys Mousset departs Bohemians Liam Brady is the Irish player most associated with Juve, collecting league medals in the 1981 and 1982 seasons he spent in Turin. Wicklow native Ronnie O'Brien was a surprise capture in 1999 but he made just one brief substitute appearance in the first-team over his three-year stint. In recent years, Udinese took an interest in a couple of Irish players, exposing Festy Ebosele and James Abankwah to top-flight game-time. The latter will spend another loan at their sister club Watford in the upcoming season. Elding has yet to represent Ireland. Born in England, he's spent most of his life in the west of Ireland since his Dad, Anthony, moved across during his football career, scoring Sligo's winner in the 2013 FAI Cup final against Drogheda United. Despite holding no bloodline links to Ireland, the FAI are exploring eligibility through residency rules that would facilitate his availability for Ireland's U21s. Meanwhile, there's no substance to reports linking Pat Hoban with a move to Cork City. The prolific striker has only played a peripheral role for title contenders Derry City this term but the notion of him moving south to Leeside hasn't been broached.
Metro
29-06-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Joao Pedro chooses next club after Chelsea and Newcastle transfer offers
Brighton forward Joao Pedro has reportedly chosen his next club after receiving transfer offers from Chelsea and Newcastle United. Pedro has enjoyed two productive seasons on the south coast, scoring 30 goals in all competitions. The 23-year-old has become a key player for Brighton since being signed from Championship side Watford in 2023. Pedro's form has caught the eye of several clubs, with Chelsea and Newcastle already submitting offers to Brighton. Brighton rejected a £50m bid from Newcastle last week before rebuffing a £58m proposal from Chelsea on Saturday. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. Talks between the clubs are still ongoing with Brighton demanding at least £60m to sell the Brazil international. Newcastle's interest is long-standing but Pedro is currently 'leaning towards a move to Chelsea', according to the Daily Mail. Both Chelsea and Newcastle can offer Pedro Champions League football after they finished fourth and fifth respectively last season. One reason Pedro could be tempted to reject Newcastle in favour of Chelsea is the fact he wants to remain a first-choice striker. There is little chance of the Brazilian displacing one of the best strikers in the world in Alexander Isak, unless of course he leaves St James' Park this summer. A host of clubs are admirers of Isak but he is expected to stay put, with Newcastle valuing him at over £125m. Chelsea have already signed one striker this summer after Liam Delap completed a £30m deal from Ipswich Town. But Pedro could fancy his chances of replacing Delap and Nicolas Jackson in the Chelsea team given the former's inexperience and the latter's underwhelming 2024-25 campaign. Ex-Premier League and Germany midfielder Didi Hamann understands Newcastle's interest in Pedro. 'Joao Pedro would be a smart signing for Newcastle, but it just depends on if he is happy playing back-up, which is a big if,' he said earlier this month. More Trending 'I think he's a very capable player and has done really well for Brighton, but he might see Newcastle and think that eventually he could replace Alexander Isak having already won the fans over by scoring off the bench or whenever he gets his chances. 'If they don't challenge for the Premier League or Champions League next season then Isak might want to leave. 'But Newcastle do need to kick on so it would be a good signing, they need to consolidate after winning a trophy and getting back into the Champions League. 'They need to pick things up because in the Premier League, overall, it was a bit disappointing at times last season.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Enzo Maresca fumes after Chelsea suffer major injury blow at Club World Cup MORE: Benfica boss singles out 'very strong' Chelsea star for praise after Club World Cup defeat MORE: Mikel Arteta accused of making Arsenal transfer mistake with £45m star
