One of the best bits of sporting news for a long time came today when Northern Ireland golfing star Darren Clarke won the Asian Open in Shanghai. It brings to an end a barren run for Darren as it represents his first European Tour title in five years, during which the 39 year old tragically lost his wife Heather to cancer. During Heather's illness, golf naturally took a back seat in Darren's life, with two young boys to look after. It may be that Darren's golf never reaches the heights of the past, during which time he won two WGC events and was ranked in the World's top ten. Nevertheless, this is pleasing step forward for him, and perhaps he will again be able to take his place in the European Ryder Cup team. Darren is pictured on Anfield Road on 3 May 2005 when he attended the Champions League semi-final tie between his beloved Liverpool and Chelsea
