Possible Clues:

• March honoree
• Patron of Ireland
• Past the dodge for Ireland (2.7)
• 'Pass him for a magician for Ireland (2,7)'
• He allegedly banished snakes from Ireland
• It's on the cards it may be won after he's past for Ireland
• It's on the cards it may be won at last for Ireland
• The past might have won it for Ireland
• Could be past what might have been mischievous for Ireland (2, 7)
• Past being confused with what may be played for Ireland (2, 7)