GOLF TIGT Recipient Qualifies for European Tour Card

03 Dec 2009
Simon Thornton, a Team Ireland Golf Trust recipient, finished tied 26 in the final stage of the European Tour qualifying school to achieve a European Tour Card for the very first time. Simon has been supported by the Trust for four years, having previously concentrated his efforts on the Europro Tour and Challenge Tour.

Also qualifying with a Top 30, was previous Golf Trust recipient Gary Murphy, who finished tied 16. Gary was supported by the Trust for a number of years.

A special mention also goes to newly turned professional Niall Kearney, who fought valiantly to achieve a result of tied 46 on the last day.

Niall will receive a Challenge Tour category for 2010 plus limited playing rights on the European Tour.