Séamus Power in action at the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Photo: Getty
Golf Ireland is seeking increased public investment in the sport following research that revealed the game generated €717m in direct economic value and supported 15,600 jobs in 2023.
A report carried out for Golf Ireland and the R&A by Sheffield Hallam University shows that golf-related consumer spending on the island reached €703m and generated €277.6m in tax revenue in 2023, putting in perspective the €58m government investment in the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor.
