`We want The Open back in Portrush`: World`s top players eager to return to Northern Ireland
(WorldNews Sport)

The 148th Open Championship at Royal Portrush has finally come to an end with Ireland`s Shane Lowry walking away with the Claret Jug. All week, however, the focus was on how the players would respond to the course - would they enjoy it on its return to The Open rotation for the first time in 68 years? The answer: resoundingly positive. Repeatedly players sang the Dunluce links` praises, hailing the fans and lauding the views around the area and the atmosphere of one of the world`s biggest sports events coming to Northern Ireland. And make no mistake about it, every player wants it to come back in the future, and the Royal & Ancient - the tournament organisers - will have paid attention. I...