'I didn't think I'd live to this age' Howard's inspiring journey to The Open David Howard's path to the prestigious golf tournament is a testament to human spirit and determination in the face of adversity.
At 27, the Irish golfer has defied expectations by competing alongside the world's best, despite being diagnosed with cystic fibrosis at just seven years old.
Growing up with the genetic condition meant frequent hospital visits and infections that left him bedridden. However, Howard chose to channel his struggles into something positive – golf.