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06 Sept 2025

WATCH: Sweet moment Shane Lowry makes boy's wish come true at Irish Open

The Offaly golfer chatted and played golf with young Cian who has endured numerous health issues in his short life

WATCH: Sweet moment Shane Lowry makes boy's wish come true at Irish Open

WATCH: Sweet moment Shane Lowry makes boy's wish come true at Irish Open

Shane Lowry teamed up with the Make-A-Wish Ireland this week to make one little boy's dream come true at the Irish Open. 

Young Cian (10) has endured many health issues in his short life, including a heart transplant, organ failure and post-transplant lymphoma. His dream has always been to be well enough to meet his golfing idol, Shane Lowry.

This week as the Offaly man warmed up for the Irish Open at Royal County Down, that dream was finally realised for Cian. Shane carried the youngster's bag, chatted him and played some of the holes with him.

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Shane also gifted Cian some Srixon golf supplies, including a brand new putter. The sweet moment was shared on social media by DP World Tour.

Shane reshared their clip and added, "Cian is a brave lad." You can watch it below:

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