Muireann takes on ‘terrifying’ challenge after ‘making a show of herself’ on TV

IRELAND AM star Muireann O’Connell is taking on a “terrifying” new challenge.

The Virgin Media star “made a show of herself” on the hit morning show last August when she attempted to hit a golf ball on air.

They used a Trackman golf simulator to see how fast and accurate their swings are and Muireann was apprehensive before trying it out and she was right to be. 

When the Limerick native swung the club, the golf ball completely missed the simulator and went flying in the air.

Muireann fell to the floor laughing and said: “It went into the bushes.”

The popular presenter is attempting to redeem herself after the embarrassing moment as the takes part in a women in golf series alongside Ailbhe Garrihy and Kayleigh Trappe.

The beginner golfers are documenting their journey as they star in The First Tee – Journey To Carton House.

They will then be taking part in the KPMG Women’s Irish Open Pro-Am in August.

Speaking about the prestigious event, Muireann admitted: “I’m actually terrified because I have been slagged all morning at work by a bunch of people that play golf.

“They’ve seen my swing and I’ve been told it’s the ugliest thing they’ve seen, so that’s great.”

Muireann shared a short clip of her first practise over on Instagram today and announced her exciting news.

She said: “Well it looks like I’m getting into golf this summer!

“After making a show of myself in front of Golf Ireland last year on live TV and hopping the ball off a car, I’m delighted to announce that I’m on the new season of their women in golf initiative The First Tee – Journey to Carton House! How bad can it go.

“Listen, I know the swing is uafasach [horrible] but after about 2 hours that first day with Golf Ireland, I can totally see why people fall in love with the sport.”

She jokingly added: “Also, ladies, what’s the story with the women’s golf outfits.

FAN SUPPORT

“Feel like I’m a finance bro off to the office. Where’s the fashionable stuff at??”

Muireann’s friends and fans all flooded her comment section with supportive messages.

Brian wrote: “Great swing Muireann, keep going.”

Pamela commented: “I’m so jealous! One of the best experiences ever. Enjoy.”

Ellen remarked: “Ah deadly! It’s on my New Year’s resolution every year to learn.”

Ursula said: “Well done gal, that’s fantastic.”

Aoife added: “Aw brilliant.”