Shane Lowry holds four-shot lead heading into final round of Irish Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 7:44 PM

Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Shane Lowry holds four-shot lead heading into final round of Irish Open

Summary

Shane Lowry leads the Irish Open by four strokes entering Sunday's final round at the Doonbeg course. The 39-year-old shot a five-under-par 65 on Saturday to reach 16 under for the tournament. Denmark's Jacob Skov Olesen holds second place, while Joaquin Niemann sits third at nine under. U.S. President Donald Trump, who owns the venue, arrived by helicopter to observe the third round and is expected to attend the tournament conclusion. Defending champion Rory McIlroy struggled to a 74, leaving him at two over for the event, though he acknowledged the positive atmosphere surrounding the tournament lead. The final round is scheduled for Sunday, with speculation that the winner will emerge from the current final group.

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By the Numbers

•Shane Lowry holds a four-stroke lead entering the final round at 16 under par.
•Jacob Skov Olesen is in second place following the third round of play.
•The tournament is taking place at the Doonbeg course owned by Donald Trump.
•Rory McIlroy sits at two over par and will not defend his title.
•Donald Trump is expected to attend the final round on Sunday.

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7:44 PMYahoo Sports — Lowry takes four-shot lead as Trump jets in for Irish Open

What they're saying

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Donald Trump saw home favourite Shane Lowry take a four-shot lead into the final round of the Irish Open on Saturday at the Doonbeg course which bears the US President's name.Final group, leading my home tournament, it's a nice place to be and it should be fun."
— Yahoo Sports