Killeen Castle to host Ladies Irish Open
Ladies Irish Open will start from August 3 and the choice of venue could not have been better. The elegant Killeen Castle is considered to be one of the most scenic golf courses in Ireland.
Ladies Irish Open is the next big event after the Evian Masters and will draw many international players to the picturesque Irish course. The course is lush green with great bunkers and traps, all designed to provide the players a great run for their money.
The golf course is designed by the world famous designer Jack Nicklaus. Nicklaus owns the world’s largest golf course design company and is well known for designing such courses as the Glen Abbey Golf Course in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.
The format of the tournament is 54-hole stroke play and the golf course is ideal for this game. Killeen Castle is a wonderful golf course, much loved by the players, both amateur and professionals.
The golf course is spread over a vast 600-acre estate that is considered to be the most beautiful part of the Dunsany in County Meath.
Ladies Irish Open is considered by many to be the premiere women golf event in Ireland. The prestigious tournament attracts top talent from around the world and is among the hotly contested international events.
This is the third time that Killeen Castle will host the tournament that has been a source of much pride and joy for the entire county.
The tournament is eagerly awaited and is the centre of festivities that extend over the entire duration of the tournament.
In addition to the main event, there are side attractions that will cater to all tastes and ages. A live music event is also advertised that will sure to boost the attendance at the event.
This year, the fans will see top players from all over the world compete for the top prize at the Ladies Irish Open. The defending champion is Suzann Pettersen, world’s number six player who had a great time at the recent Evian Masters.
Ladies Irish Open is one of the best known golf events that usually attracts a large crowd.
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