Dylan Holmes becomes the youngest winner of the Connolly Motor Group West of Ireland Championship since Rory McIlroy

The teenager from Greystones Golf Club won on his debut in men's championships in County Sligo Golf Club, beating the experienced Colm Campbell (Warrenpoint. Dylan battled harsh conditions on the final day to finish off a stunning week with a 2&1 victory, making him the second youngest winner of the Connolly Motor Group West of Ireland Championship since Rory McIlroy in 2006.

“It’s incredible, I didn’t really have any expectations coming into this week. I played a great first 13 holes, some of the best golf I have ever played, and then I don’t know what happened to the weather but it was worse than the first round which was hard. You weren’t making any pars out there the last few holes. You are not able to get to any of the greens, it was ridiculous. I guess I’m in with a few good names now so it’s nice. McIlroy is incomparable.” said Holmes.