28 THE WORLD OF GOLFING
ADARE MANOR GOLF CLUB
Adare Manor to host Ryder Cup 2026
Adare Manor Golf Club
What a week for golf on the island of
Ireland. First we had Shane Lowry’s
spectacular win at
The 148th Open in Northern Ireland.
Now, the magnificent Adare Manor in
County Limerick has been announced as
host of The Ryder Cup 2026.
Golf and how great it is for players and
spectators alike – it’s all anyone can
talk about on the island after Lowry’s
stunning victory at Royal Portrush.
As Julie Wakley, head of Great Britain-
Tourism Ireland, explained: “Coming hot
on the heels of the truly superb Open
at Royal Portrush and the fantastic win
by Shane Lowry, today’s announcement
that the Ryder Cup will take place at
Adare Manor in 2026 is excellent news
for tourism.
“The Ryder Cup is one of the most
prestigious sporting events in the
world and this promises to be a
wonderful sporting occasion, which
will undoubtedly bring significant
exposure globally for Ireland as a golfing
destination.”
Why everyone loves the Ryder Cup
The Ryder Cup is the premier golf team
event in the world. The event comprises
a series of “matchplay” matches played
between teams representing Europe and
the USA over three days. The event is
held on a biennial basis and hosting the
event alternates between Europe and
the USA. This means it’s not just pitching
player against player, it’s continent
versus continent and the competition is
immense – not just for the pros, but for
those watching from around the world.