Preparations in full swing for a notable week at Royal Portrush as 2019 champion Shane Lowry takes a sneak peek at the layout for the 153rd Open Championship.
Shane Lowry Returns to Royal Portrush for the 153rd Open Championship
Shane Lowry, the 2019 Champion Golfer of the Year, is preparing for a potential repeat victory at the 153rd Open Championship, which will take place at Royal Portrush from July 17-20. The Irish golfer recently visited the course to reacquaint himself with the layout and soak in the atmosphere, six years after his major win at the venue.
During his trip, Lowry shared pictures on social media, expressing his excitement about the condition of the course and his strong emotional connection to the venue. The mural he visited features him hoisting the Claret Jug with Royal Portrush in the background, and the pictures show him in glorious sunshine, contrasting with the weather conditions during his major win at the course.
Lowry's preparation strategy for the upcoming tournament centers around a relaxed and familiar routine. He plans to spend the week prior to the Open playing some links golf around Ireland with friends, helping him get into a positive frame of mind for the major. This approach has proven effective in the past, as demonstrated by his performance at last year's Open Championship at Royal Troon.
In 2024, Lowry led after 36 holes, but a difficult third round and poor weather conditions dropped him down the leaderboard. However, he fought back to finish in a strong sixth place, demonstrating that his preparation approach can lead to competitive performance at the highest level.
Other participants in a clinic and Q&A session during Lowry's visit to Royal Portrush included rugby union legend, Brian O'Driscoll. The Irish golfer also took part in a short-game clinic and Q&A session with LPGA Tour pro, Georgia Hall.
Lowry is hoping for a repeat build-up to lead to similar results in this year's Open Championship. With everything ready for a big week at Royal Portrush, the stage is set for another exciting chapter in the career of the 2019 Champion Golfer of the Year.
Shane Lowry, excited about the conditions at Royal Portrush, discussed his love for golf during his visit to the course, anticipating the 153rd Open Championship. Despite various challenges he faced inprevious Open tournaments, he plans to draw on his past success in golf, aiming for a repeat victory.
