Legendary businessman Michael Smurfit rejected higher offers for his beloved K Club in order to ensure it was acquired by a fellow entrepreneur who would respect its unique ethos.  Speaking from Monaco, Smurfit readily acknowledged that he sold the resort which hosted the 2006 Ryder Cup at a loss.  “There are very few things in my life that I didn’t sell at a profit but this is one of them,” he said. “You can’t buy happiness or memories. I would do it all again. Money is not a god of mine nor is it a goal of mine.” “As I…

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