Stephanie Meadow secured a place in this week's Women's Open at St Andrews by coming through a 12-way play-off for three spots at final qualifying. Meadow posted an eagle, four birdies ...

Shane Lowry will accompany McIlroy in fighting for the medal at the men's event while Leona Maguire and Stephanie Meadow will do so at the women's event which will tee off on August 7. 1.