Lowry wins Irish Open, Trump presents trophy

Irish golfer Shane Lowry has achieved a historic victory at the Amgen Irish Open, at the Trump International Golf Links and Hotel in Doonbeg, Ireland. The 39-year-old delivered a masterful performance, securing a record 11-shot win and finishing 23 under par. This marks Lowry's second triumph at the Irish Open, seventeen years after his initial win as an amateur in 2009. His most recent individual title was the BMW PGA Championship in 2022. United States President Donald Trump was present to award Lowry the championship trophy.Mr. Trump, who owns the Doonbeg golf course, observed the final rounds. His presence at the trophy presentation generated a mixed reaction from the crowd, with both cheers and scattered boos heard as he stepped onto the 18th green.During the prize-giving ceremony, Mr. Trump made an unexpected announcement, stating his intention to lift tariffs on Irish whiskey. He explained that he had received intense lobbying and considered the existing tariffs unfair. This announcement was positively received by the Irish Whiskey Association, which welcomed the move, emphasizing the importance of Irish whiskey exports to the United States, valued at 450 million euros last year. Mr. Trump specified this tariff removal would apply exclusively to Ireland.Lowry's victory margin surpassed the previous tournament record, established by Bernhard Langer in 1987. He carded a final round of 63, building on a course-record 62. The Irish star expressed joy and disbelief, calling it a "spectacular week". The event drew attention for both the significant sporting achievement and the political statements by the US President.