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Galway's Liam Nolan Claims First Professional Title In Abu Dhabi

Saturday, 3 October 2026 16:34

By Mark Hanbidge

Photo: Shuttershock

Nolan closed with a five-under-par 65 to finished on 21-under overall, having started the final round with a two-shot lead.

Galway golfer Liam Nolan has secured his first professional victory, winning the Abu Dhabi Challenge by four shots.

Nolan closed with a five-under-par 65 to finished on 21-under overall, having started the final round with a two-shot lead.

Finland's Tapio Pulkkanen finished second on 17-under, with Italy's Matteo Cristoni a further shot back.

The victory earns Nolan €50,000 and follows his strong showing at last month's Irish Open.

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