Atlas Ireland Golf Classic

Hosted by Shane Byrne (IRE & Lions)

Play alongside 23 other International Rugby Legends

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Venue

"The Augusta of Ireland"

Druids Glen, Irish Open Championship Course, Co. Wicklow

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Date

Friday 21st August 2020

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