2025 Amgen Irish Open: Star-Studded Field Competes for Glory at The K Club

Tournament Overview

The 2025 Amgen Irish Open is currently underway at The K Club in County Kildare, Ireland, featuring a competitive field competing for a substantial purse of $6 million.

Current Tournament Status

Swedish golfer Joakim Lagergren has taken the lead at the halfway stage, sitting at an impressive 12-under-par. He maintains a one-shot advantage over Adrien Saddier. Tournament favorite Rory McIlroy remains in contention, positioned in a four-way tie for third place at seven-under-par, alongside Thorbjorn Olesen, Daniel Hillier, and Alfredo Garcia-Heredia.

McIlroy’s Quest

Following a T27 finish at the 2025 Tour Championship, McIlroy has shifted his focus to the DP World Tour events. The Amgen Irish Open holds special significance for the Northern Irish star, essentially serving as his home tournament. McIlroy is attempting to secure his first Irish Open victory since 2016.

Tournament Broadcasting

Golf Channel is providing exclusive television coverage of all four rounds in the United States. The tournament runs from Thursday through Sunday, September 4-7, with daily coverage beginning as early as 3:00 AM ET on opening day and continuing through the weekend.

Historical Significance

The Irish Open, currently known as the Amgen Irish Open for sponsorship reasons, is a prestigious professional golf tournament on the European Tour. The event’s rich history dates back to 1927, and while there were some interruptions, it has been contested annually since its revival in 1975. The tournament underwent a recent sponsorship change, with Horizon Therapeutics’ six-year deal being transferred to Amgen following their acquisition of Horizon Therapeutics in October 2023.