'Exhilarating experience' - Unique sport event to return to Mayo
The 4th Annual Irish Speed Golf Open, supported by Hard Metal Machine Tools, is set to return to Castlebar Golf Club on the 2nd and 3rd of August.
The 4th Annual Irish Speed Golf Open, supported by Hard Metal Machine Tools, is set to return to Castlebar Golf Club on the 2nd and 3rd of August. This year’s event will also feature the inaugural POP Golf World Championships and GolfTT World Championships, marking a new era in the evolution of this exciting sport.
The event aims to create a friendly and fun environment, encouraging both newcomers and seasoned players to participate. Organisers are encouraging golfers from around the country to sign up for the open section and join in and experience the fun and camaraderie the sport offers alongside international competitors who are part of the speed golf circuit from across the globe.
Rob Hogan, organiser and two-time world champion said: “Speed golf is a sport that combines the precision of golf with the intensity of running, creating a unique and exhilarating experience. It's about pushing your limits and finding that perfect balance between speed and skill. I encourage everyone to come out and give it a try – it’s an adventure like no other. Who knows one of the newcomers trying for the first time might shock the seasoned participants and take the title!”
Speedgolf is set to get a shakeup this year as organiser Rob Hogan, former two-time world champion, endeavours to tempt Golf centric players on day one and running centric players on day two. Players are permitted to also play on just one of the days and focus their efforts on one of the events.
Day 1: The POP Golf World Championships will see players compete in groups of 2 or 3, aiming to complete 18 holes in less than 1 hour and 45 minutes The player with the lowest golf score will be crowned the POP Golf World Champion. Categories include Women's, Men's, Seniors, and more.
Day 2: The GolfTT World Championships will challenge players to complete the course as quickly as possible while adhering to the rules of golf. The player with the lowest combined score will earn the title of GolfTT World Champion. Junior Speedgolf enthusiasts will also have their chance to shine on Day 2.
