It had been a while, but it was fantastic to see Padraig Harrington win again on the European Tour, his first Tour title for eight years at the weekend's Portugal Masters. 

He's won three Majors of course, but you could tell this one meant a lot, and his gritty up-and-down at the final hole summed up what he's all about. 

"It's a big win," said the 45-year-old. "I tried to be really aggressive. The golf course really suited me and I just tried to go after every pin I could. 

"I have a pretty good short game that was on form this week. No matter where I hit it, I felt like I could get it up and down." 

That short game helped him get to 23 under par, but it was his chip on the 18th that secured the title after his final approach had cannoned into the grandstands. 

The impressive Andy Sullivan watched on with interest - as a playoff looked on the cards - but the Irishman's chip to five feet was right out of the top drawer, and he cleaned up for the win. 

The moral of the story? Hard work and perseverance pays off! Well done Padraig. 

If you want any help with your game, don't hesitate to get in touch. 


 

Book in for a FREE fitting and try out some of the latest equipment here in the Professional shop that's been further reduced!! 

Up to 50% OFF the original price and many are still the current model!! 

With prices cheaper than the internet and FREE advice / help from the team, there is no better time to change some of your equipment. 

Cobra, Callaway, Wilson and PING clubs all included, from drivers, fairway woods and rescue clubs, whilst stocks last.

If you are interested in booking a fitting, click here.


 

Devon PGA Alliance

Thurlestone will be hosting the prestigious event on Thursday, 3 November. The four ball better ball format, played off ¾ handicap allowance, is open to Amateurs with a handicap of 16 or less and Professionals. 

The cost of the day is £40, which includes entry, twos competition, a two course meal after play and prizes. 

The events run regularly throughout the winter at numerous courses including Trevose, Churston, Saunton, Tavistock and Yelverton. It's a great way to keep competitive during these months. 

Please see Steve or Jack in the shop for further details.


 

Congratulations

Well done to our secretary Keith Crawford who qualified at Pennard in South Wales for the national finals of the English Secretaries championship this week. The two day final is played at Rye in East Sussex in May. We wish him good luck.