Scheffler and Spieth added to JP McManus Pro-Am field

Americans join list of stars that include Rory McIlroy and Tiger Woods

World number one Scottie Scheffler and three-time Major winner Jordan Spieth are among the latest names confirmed for the 2022 JP McManus Pro-Am at Adare Manor in July.

The American PGA Tour stars will be joined in the field by Rickie Fowler, Patrick Cantlay, Jason Kokrak, Sam Burns and Tom Hoge. Nine of the current top 11 players in the world golf ranking are now playing at the event on July 4-5.

Already confirmed for the tournament in Limerick were a host of top professionals, including Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson, Jon Rahm, Leona Maguire, Brooks Koepka and Shane Lowry. Celebrity amateurs include Jamie Dornan, Niall Horan and Mark Wahlberg.

Tournament host, Mr. JP McManus said: “It’s incredible to see how many players from across the world are coming to play in the Pro-Am and I would like to sincerely thank each and every one of them for offering up their time to help us raise money for charitable organisations in need.”

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The JP McManus-owned Adare Manor will host the Ryder Cup in 2027.

David Gorman

David Gorman

David Gorman is a sports journalist with The Irish Times