Send us Fan Mail

In this episode of A Touch of Class, Will sits down with the newly crowned 2026 Bridgestone Men's Order of Merit Champion, Ger Dunne. In an incredible showcase of efficiency and elite play, Ger secured the top spot on the national leader board after teeing it up in just five ranking events over the season. We dive straight into the strategic focus required to maximize every single tournament appearance and what it means to finish the year as the number-one ranked amateur golfer in the country.

Beyond his headline success in 2026, the conversation tracks Ger's journey through the ranks of Irish competitive golf. We look back at his younger days learning the game on the iconic links of Seapoint Golf Club and County Louth Golf Club (Baltray), before moving into his standout career in top team events including the realities of deep runs and semi-final finishes in the Senior Cup and Barton Shield at Douglas last year. Ger also opens up about his long-standing love for the East of Ireland Championship, the pride of earning his first Mid-Amateur Ireland cap last year, and representing his country at the Home Internationals at Woodbrook this summer. Finally, we look ahead to his upcoming Mid-Am selection this week and what the future holds for his golf career.

Topics Covered:

• Early Links Roots: Growing up and developing his game at Seapoint and Baltray.
• Club Golf Realities: Competing in the Senior Cup and Barton Shield, including last year’s semi-final run at Douglas.
• The East of Ireland: His deep affection and history with one of amateur golf's true major championships.
• International Caps: Reflections on pulling on the green jersey at the Mid-Amateur level last year and the Home Internationals at Woodbrook this season.
• The 2026 Bridgestone Order of Merit: The incredible achievement of topping the national rankings from just five tournament appearances.
• What's Next: Looking ahead to this week's upcoming Mid-Am cap and future goals in the game.

An authentic look at the highs, the near-misses, and the elite mindset it takes to dominate Irish amateur golf - Ger Dunne shares his story.

Follow us on Instagram @atocpod and follow our YouTube channel @PARfectlyclassy