Golf Weekly

"Augusta was always going to loom large in the McIlroy Story:" Alan Shipnuck | The new Rory book

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:29:00 +0000

Alan Shipnuck, author of the latest Rory McIlroy biography; 'Rory: The Heartache and Triumph of Golf's Most Human Superstar.'

He touches on his journey learning about Rory's life, McIlroy's own thoughts on the book, and the complexities that make him such a good character on the page.

THE SATURDAY PANEL | ‘It was emotional going back to Augusta!’ | Bumper The Masters preview

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Gary Murphy and Gavin Cooney join John Duggan for this week's Saturday Panel, looking ahead to The Masters next week. After Rory McIlroy's first win at Augusta last year, the pressure is off him to follow that up this year, but can he follow that up with another Major title?

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Golf Weekly: Brooks Koepka returns to PGA Tour after quitting LIV Golf | Rory at the Australian Open | John Huggan

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Fionn Davenport was joined by Gary Murphy and golf writer John Huggan following the news that five-time Major winner Brooks Koepka will return to the PGA Tour after agreeing to restrictions on his financial benefits and a charitable donation of $5 million.

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Golf Weekly: Brooks Leaves LIV | RIP Jumbo Ozaki | Shane O'Grady on coaching stars of Irish Golf | Off The Ball

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0000

We're back after a Christmas break and this week we are joined by Shane O'Grady, coach to a number of Irish golfers including Leona MacGuire, Lauren Walsh and Max Kennedy. Fionn and Gary chatted to Shane about his career as a coach so far, as well as all the current action.

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GOLF WEEKLY: The key to success in sport is self-belief, which we didn’t have until Padraig Harrington | DERMOT GILLEECE

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000

With Gary Murphy still away, Fionn Davenport is joined in studio for a very special Golf Weekly with Dermot Gilleece!

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BROOKS KOEPKA: Not making the Ryder Cup team | A difficult year | AMGEN Irish Open

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Golf Weekly takes to the AMGEN Irish Open, and today the lads caught up with Brooks Koepka, as they discussed his difficult year on the course, which has resulted in him not being picked for Team USA in the Ryder Cup this year.

Paul McGinley reacts to Rory McIlroy winning the Masters | GOLF WEEKLY

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 13:48:00 +0000

Paul McGinley joins Nathan Murphy live from Augusta National as he reacts to Rory McIlroy winning the Masters and finally completing the career grand slam he’s been searching for.

Masters Preview w/Lawrence Donegan | McIlroy’s year? | Scheffler back to back?

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:49:00 +0000

Lawrence Donegan joins the show to preview this weeks golf at the Master’s in Augusta. The lads discuss how real Rory McIlroy’s chances of a Grand Slam are, can Scottie Scheffler do it back to back?, or can someone else rise from the field.

LEONA MAGUIRE | Solheim Cup Frustrations | 2024 Lookback | Favourite Sporting Moment

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 07:30:00 +0000

Aisling O'Reilly chats to professional Irish golfer, Leona Maguire, as she looks back at her 2024 career highs as well as frustrations!

BREAKING NEWS: Peace at last, Saudi's finally get a slice of the PGA pie

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0000

Off The Ball understands that the PGA and the PIF are about to come to an agreement to share the Golf pie, with FSG likely to invest.

Ger Gilroy and Golf Weekly's Nathan Murphy react.

US Open politics, Koepka has a pep in his step, Rory's chances | Joe Molloy

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 09:30:00 +0000

Joe Molloy makes an #OTBAM cameo as he joins Ger & Shane to preview the US Open at Los Angeles Country Club. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

PGA X LIV, Saudi's have essentially bought Golf | Riath Al-Samarrai

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 09:25:00 +0000

Chief sports writer for the Daily Mail, Riath Al-Samarrai joined Ger & Shane on OTB AM to explain the Golf tour merger of PGA and LIV. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Joe Molloy: The Masters, McIlroy's Grand Slam hopes, Scheffler's faith

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 09:25:00 +0000

King of the evening show Joe Molloy joined the OTB AM crew to preview Day One of the Masters in Augusta. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

You Had to Be There: The Tiger Roar, Lowry's Open | Conor Moore

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 09:45:00 +0000

Conor Moore joined Ger & Shane in studio to pick his 'You Had to be There' moments. Here are some of his favourite golf moments, you can listen to the full episode in the OTB Daily podcast feed. Catch OTB's sports breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for OTB AM and get the podcast on the OTB Sports app or wherever you listen to yours. SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW the OTB AM podcast. #OTBAM is live weekday mornings from 7:30am across Off The Ball, in association with Gillette | #EffortlessFlow

Tiger thoughts, Rory's shirt & the Saudi Arabia situation

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 18:27:40 +0000

Joe, Peter and Nathan talk 'The Match', Tiger developments and golf's situation in Saudi Arabia. Go to patreon.com/golfweekly to hear the full podcast!

The Book of Golf Weekly

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 18:00:50 +0000

Joe, Fionn and Nathan talk top golf books (and a potential book club), the new DP World Tour and Viktor Hovland's smile. Head over to patreon.com/GolfWeekly to get the full pod now!

Getting the balance right

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 15:26:25 +0000

Joe, Fionn and Nathan chat Las Vegas golf, Rory's life balance and the price of proper irons.

Ballgate, The Match and Samuel L Jackson

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 13:12:16 +0000

Joe, Peter, Fionn and Nathan all on the pod this week as the fallout from the Ryder Cup continues. We chat Ballgate, Bryson vs Brooks match and Samuel L Jackson.

The team Europe post-mortem

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 15:29:53 +0000

Joe, Peter and Fionn look back on the Ryder Cup, Rory McIlroy's performance, the poor European display and what they need to do differently.

Ryder Cup D-Day | Build-up, Selections and predictions

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:59:27 +0000

Joe, Nathan and Peter take one final look ahead to this year's Ryder Cup, the build-up to the tournament and make their predictions.

Ryder Cup D-Day | Build-up, Selections and predictions

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 10:59:27 +0000

Joe, Nathan and Peter take one final look ahead to this year's Ryder Cup, the build-up to the tournament and make their predictions.

The Ryder Cup Preview

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 10:56:07 +0000

The Foursome is back! Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter look ahead to the Ryder Cup, the strengths and weaknesses of both teams and chat Brooks Koepka's comments about the competition.

Leona Maguire becomes a legend

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:03:15 +0000

Nathan, Fionn, Peter and Dave chat Solheim Cup as Cavan's Leona Maguire went from rookie to legend.

Cantlay complains, BMW classic craziness and Solheim Cup

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 15:30:54 +0000

Nathan, Peter and Gary Murphy chat handicaps, the BMW classic craziness and the Solheim Cup.

The Tony Finau appreciation pod

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:14:22 +0000

Joe, Fionn and Peter chat Tony Finau, his win and his redemption in the eyes of the Golf Weekly podcast. They also chat Ryder Cup and Leona Maguire's selection for the Solheim Cup. Sign up at otbsports.com/golfweekly for the full podcast, exclusive interviews and access to discord community.

Handicaps, honest golf and Spieth's new sponsors

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 21:18:07 +0000

Joe, Fionn and Peter chat handicap systems, whether or not Irish people are honest golfers and Jordon Spieth's new sponsorship deal.

Olympics fever | Where does golf stand?

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:08:56 +0000

Joe, Nathan and Fionn chat Olympics as the world is swept up in Tokyo 2020. Where does golf stand as an Olympic sport? Does the format need changing?

The Open Preview | 'Quirky' St George's, Rahm revelation and what did Rory find?

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 14:59:08 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter look ahead to the Open Championship at Royal St George's in Kent. We chat Rory McIlroy and what his new find might be, Jon Rahm's revelation at the press conference and how 'quirky' might not actually be the best way to describe the course.

Restrictions confusion, Caddies vs Golfers and Cabrera's sentence

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:11:40 +0000

Nathan, Fionn and Peter chat the Irish Open, Caddie/Golfer relations, the potential for a links series and Angel Cabrera.

Irish Open preview, the best Korda and Bubba's collapse

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 15:13:59 +0000

Joe, Peter and Fionn look ahead to the Irish Open in Mount Juliet, the uber talented Korda family and Bubba Watson's collapse at the Travelers Championship.

The Caddy shack, Endless positivity and Rory at the Olympics

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 14:09:49 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter chat treatment of caddies, why sports commentary can't just be positive, Leona Maguire's continued good form and the Irish Olympic team.

The US Open Preview

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 12:03:10 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter look ahead to US Open at Torrey Pines. We look at Torrey Pines, the impact the grass might have and whether Jon Rahm's form will carry him well into the major. Subcribe to the Patreon otbsports.com/golfweekly to hear the full preview!

'Brooksy's' beers, Lexi's collapse and Rahm's misfortune

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:14:41 +0000

Joe, Nathan and Peter chat Brooks Koepka's continued war of words with Bryson, Lexi Thompson's collapse at the US Open and John Rahm's positive test on 18.

The Jean van de Velde Interview

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:26:15 +0000

Joe and Peter are joined by French golfing legend Jean van de Velde as we chat about his career, the European Tour and that moment in 1999.

Brooks vs Bryson - The Cold War spills over

Thu, 27 May 2021 14:49:05 +0000

Joe, Fionn and Peter chat Brooks vs Bryson, as the war of words continues, they talk Portmarnock golf course and how Phil Mickelson is learning from the young guns.

The PGA Championship Preview

Thu, 20 May 2021 08:58:04 +0000

The whole crew look ahead to the second major of the year. Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter preview the PGA Championship.

Rory McIlroy is back!

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:38:50 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter chat Rory McIlroy's victory in his favourite place in the world, Quail Hollow.

Cink's forgiveness, rich get richer and a new rookie of the year?

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 13:49:22 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter all on the pod. We chat Stewart Cink and why he should be forgiven for the 09 Open, we look at the return of golf in Ireland, Leona Maguire's continuing rise through the ranks and the rich keep getting richer in golf.

Players gonna play, Zalatoris rising and Horschel's apology

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:54:09 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter look back on the week of the Masters, Wayne Player's marketing stunt, Will Zalatoris' rise and Billy Horschel's apology for slamming his clubs in his bag.

Slow Match Play, Masters fever and Golf's return date

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 19:32:41 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter look back on the Match Play, the very, very slow match play last weekend. We take an early look ahead to the Masters next week and we discuss the return date of golf in Ireland.

DJ's Olympic snub, Rory and Cowen & Bryson's NFT's

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 15:36:18 +0000

Joe, Fionn and Peter chat Dustin Johnson and his decision not to go to the Olympics, they discuss Rory McIlroy's partnership with Pete Cowen and ever hear of an NFT? Bryson is trying his hand at them and it ain't going to plan.

Justin Thomas' resurgence and Rory's expectations

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 14:56:19 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter look back on the Players Championship, Justin Thomas' win, the payday of a lifetime for his caddie and what in the hell happened to Rory.

Bryson's appeal, Rory's mindset & GW meets the royals

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 14:31:48 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter look back at the Arnold Palmer invitational, question why Bryson DeChambeau is so appealing despite being so unappealing and talk Rory's mindset after another chain of interviews during the week. Plus, things get a little royal on the podcast.

A Morikawa Masterclass

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 14:57:42 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter look back at the WGC-Mexico, Collin Morikawa and discuss how far he could potentially go. This is the last free-to-air podcast, so if you haven't subscribed to the Patreon, you can do so at here: otbsports.com/golfweekly

Tiger's crash, Genesis review and Rory's form

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 14:50:34 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter discuss the big news of the week; Tiger Woods' accident, what it means for his future and what it means for golf. We also have golf to discuss, Tony Finau and the Genesis Open, and Rory McIlroy's comments during the week.

Troy Merritt | Golf weekly's on-tour pro | Private jets, winning millions & pressure

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 12:37:02 +0000

A hugely exciting new segment for us here in Golf Weekly! We now have on-tour pro, that will be a regular guest for the year. Troy Merritt, a two-time PGA Tour event winner, will be with us on the show throughout the year, discussing the goings-on in the world of an on-tour professional golfer. In this podcast, Nathan, Fionn and Peter get to know Troy, get an insight into life on tour and what it's like coping with the pressure of pro-golf.

The Colin Byrne Interview

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 15:53:13 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter look back on Pebble Beach and what could've been for Jordan Spieth. The lads are joined by caddie Colin Byrne for some fascinating insight into life on the tour, Louis Oosthuizen, Ernie Els and much more besides.

Spieth fights back

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 16:20:35 +0000

Joe Molloy, Nathan Murphy, Fionn Davenport and Peter Lawrie bask in Brooks Koepka's return to form, while it was time for Peter to face up to the fact Jordan Spieth is back!

TIGER | Armen Keteyian on the portrayal of Woods and his downfall

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 20:31:33 +0000

Joe Molloy is joined on the line by Armen Keteyian - author of 'Tiger Woods' - as we discuss the new HBO documentary, its contents and how Woods was portrayed in the two episodes.

The Trouble With Patrick

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 17:06:32 +0000

All hell broke loose on the PGA Tour after Patrick Reed's controversial drop at Torrey Pines. He subsequently stormed home the 5-shot winner and departed for Saudi Arabia. Joe, Fionn, Nathan and Peter discuss.

Tiger Documentary & Rory's season begins

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 17:20:27 +0000

Joe, Fionn and Peter review the new HBO Tiger Woods documentary and chat about Rory McIlroy's start to the season. Plus, the Korda family is more talented than yours.

Tiger's back operation, and JT's dilemma

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 18:54:19 +0000

There's a lot going on in the golfing world. Tiger Woods has undergone back surgery for the fifth time, Ralph Lauren has cut ties with Justin Thomas and Rory McIlroy is making a fast start to 2021 in Abu Dhabi. Joe, Nathan, Fionn and Peter discuss.

Trump vs Golf, and Justin Thomas controversy

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 23:08:03 +0000

It's been an eventful week. The USPGA of America and the R&A have turned their backs on Donald Trump for the foreseeable. Meanwhile in Hawaii, Justin Thomas found himself in hot water. Joe Molloy, Nathan Murphy, Fionn Davenport and Peter Lawrie discuss.

Trump vs Golf, and Justin Thomas controversy

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 21:11:12 +0000

'The US Open bought me my first house' | The Laura Davies Interview

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 21:17:14 +0000

Legendary golfer Laura Davies joined Off The Ball on Wednesday where she spoke to Joe Molloy about her extraordinary career, unusual technique, competitiveness when playing for money, and the evolution of the women's game.

Trump National Golf Club stripped of PGA Championship | LAWRENCE DONEGAN

Mon, 11 Jan 2021 20:28:57 +0000

Joe Molloy and golf writer Lawrence Donegan react to the news that the 2022 PGA Championship will no longer take place at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster as the sport distances itself from the outgoing American President.

Trump's Place in Golf and Rahm's big Switch

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 19:00:27 +0000

The 2021 golfing year starts in Hawaii this week, where Jon Rahm embarks on his Callaway adventure. Byrson DeChambeau is promising longer drives. And if not now, when will golf take a stand against Donald Trump? Joe Molloy, Fionn Davenport and Nathan Murphy discuss.

Review of the Year with Paul McGinley | GOLF WEEKLY

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 19:21:18 +0000

Joe, Nathan, Fionn, Peter Lawrie are joined by Paul McGinley to look back on a unique golfing year.

Andrew Cotter on Peter Alliss | GOLF WEEKLY

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 21:43:07 +0000

Andrew Cotter joins us on Golf Weekly as we remember the late, great Peter Alliss.

Weiskopf Vs Rory and Paul Casey's Saudi U-Turn

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 16:29:41 +0000

Joe Molloy, Nathan Murphy, Fionn Davenport and Peter Lawrie on the line for this week's golf chat.

GOLF WEEKLY | Weekend of the underdogs, Ernie Els at his peak, Fowler's putting

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 15:18:14 +0000

Joe Molloy, Fionn Davenport and Peter Lawrie chat about why Rickie Fowler is struggling, Did Ernie Els underachieve and so much more! @NOWTVIreland OTB Sports Golf Weekly with Now TV, stream live football action with a Now TV Sky Sports pass …your sport on your terms

GOLF WEEKLY | Claude Harmon III | McIlroy struggles and Johnson's Masters joy

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 15:52:13 +0000

Joe Molloy, Nathan Murphy, Fionn Davenport and Peter Lawrie are joined by Claude Harmon III, coach of Dustin Johnson to look back on the Masters and much more @NOWTVIreland OTB Sports Golf Weekly with Now TV, stream live football action with a Now TV Sky Sports pass …your sport on your terms

Dazzling Dustin Johnson | What ails Rory McIlroy? | GARY MURPHY

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 21:54:27 +0000

Gary Murphy joins Joe to recap Dustin Johnson's impressive & processional performance at 2020 Masters.

"It's the ultimate golf course, I found it very difficult" | Padraig Harrington on Augusta National

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 21:53:18 +0000

Ahead of the Masters teeing off this Thursday, Padraig Harrington joins Adrian Barry to detail the intricacies and challenges the field can expect to face at Augusta National.