Shane Lowry will be his own boss in 2025 as he sets up his own management company after an amicable split from Horizon Sports following 15-years together.
According to The Irish Times, Lowry has parted ways with his long time manager Conor Ridge while his regular handler Brian Moran will still be involved in his management.
Lowry follows in the footsteps of Rory McIlroy in managing his own affairs.
“After a very successful 15 years together, I am moving on from Horizon Sports to set up my own management company,” said Lowry, who will begin the new season at next week’s Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines in California.
“I would like to thank Conor and the entire team at Horizon Sports for the support they have given me over the years and wish them all the very best for the future.
“I am excited to set up my own management company and I am delighted to have Brian Moran join me in that venture.
“I am looking forward to continuing to work with my team, who have been instrumental in my success over the last few years.”
Ridge, who founded Horizon Sports, signed Lowry shortly after the Offaly man won the 2009 Irish Open as an amateur.
McIlroy was added to his stable in 2011 before they split in 2013 after a high profile legal battle.
“I would like to thank Shane for placing his trust in me since the day he won the Irish Open as a young amateur over 15 years ago,” Ridge said.
“It has been a privilege and an honour to play a small part in the huge success he has achieved since in becoming one of the best players in the world and one of Ireland’s most popular and successful sportspeople.
“I am delighted that Brian will continue to be part of Shane’s management team going forward and I wish Brian, Shane and the rest of the team the very best for the future.
“I am looking forward to transitioning out of the sports management industry after 20 great years and focusing on my other business interests.”
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