Rory McIlroy MBE is a professional golfer from Northern Ireland who is a member of both the European and PGA Tours. He is a former Official Golf Ranking World No. 1 and spent more than 100 weeks in that position during his career. He’s a four-time major champion, winning the 2011 U.S. Open, 2012 PGA Championship, 2014 Open Championship, and 2014 PGA Championship, joining Nicklaus and Woods as the only players to achieve this feat before the age of 25.
Bio/Wiki
Age-34years
Height-1.75 m
Weight-73 kg
Born- 4 May 1989
Full name-Rory Daniel McIlroy
Birthplace-Holywood, United Kingdom
Profession-Golfer
Spouse-Erica Stoll (m. 2017)
Nationality-Northern Irish
Family
McIlroy was born on May 4, 1989, in Holywood, County Down, Northern Ireland, the only child of Rosie McDonald and Gerry McIlroy.
Wife
he married to Erica Stoll, the couple met at the 2012 Ryder Cup and married in 2017. Stoll is from Irondequoit, New York, and was an avid tennis player in high school, according to the Democrat and Chronicle. After high school, Stoll attended the Rochester Institute of Technology and graduated in 2008 with a degree in marketing.
In May 2023, Rory returned to his wife’s hometown to play in the PGA Championship at Oak Hill Country Club.
“It’s nice to go back to somewhere you know,” McIlroy told WHAM-TV before the tournament. “You have really good memories and some good karma.”
Children
They welcomed daughter Poppy Kennedy in 2020.
Career
Early Golf Career
He was introduced to golf at an exceptionally young age by his father, who became his coach. Gerry McIlroy is a good golfer himself who once played at zero level. He asked his father to take him to Holywood Golf Club almost every day. A family story goes that he got a new golf club, his father showed him the proper grip, and then took the club to bed with him that night, holding the club tightly in his hand. McIlroy joined Holywood Golf Club and became the club’s youngest member at the age of seven. Master Nick Faldo’s golf technique video was an early favorite of his.
McIlroy’s father worked multiple jobs to earn extra income for his son’s golf development. His mother worked overtime at the local 3M factory. McIlroy’s first major international victory came at the 9–10 World Championship at Doral Golf Resort and Spa in Miami, Florida. He learned golf at an early age at Holywood Golf Club, which he still considers his home course. He began his early training with Michael Bannon, formerly the golf pro at Holywood Golf Club, who is also his current coach and devoted mentor. During his amateur career, Rory McIlroy accomplished remarkable feats in golf at a young age. At 15, he represented Ireland in the 2004 European Boys’ Team Championship and contributed to Europe’s victory in the Junior Ryder Cup against the United States. The following year, he became the youngest-ever winner of the West of Ireland Championship and the Irish Close Championship. McIlroy continued his success by retaining the West of Ireland Championship in 2006 and securing back-to-back wins at the Irish Close Championship.
Amateur Career
Rory McIlroy accomplished remarkable feats in golf at a young age. At 15, he represented Ireland in the 2004 European Boys’ Team Championship and contributed to Europe’s victory in the Junior Ryder Cup against the United States. The following year, he became the youngest-ever winner of the West of Ireland Championship and the Irish Close Championship. McIlroy continued his success by retaining the West of Ireland Championship in 2006 and securing back-to-back wins in the Irish Close Championship.
Although he had initially signed a letter of intent to play collegiate golf at East Tennessee State University, McIlroy decided to pursue amateur golf in Europe after his impressive wins in 2005. At just 16 years old, he made headlines by shooting a record-breaking score of 61 at the Royal Portrush Golf Club. He represented both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland at the 2005 European Amateur Team Championship, but unfortunately, the team did not reach the quarterfinals. Two years later, McIlroy was part of the victorious Irish team at the championship, where he emerged as the tied individual leader during the stroke-play rounds.
McIlroy was selected for the Great Britain & Ireland team in the 2007 Walker Cup, where he displayed his skills in both foursomes and singles matches. Although he had a record of (1–2–1), the United States emerged as the victors. In addition, he made his European Tour debut at the age of 16 and made the cut in his first appearance as a 17-year-old at the Dubai Desert Classic, although he could not claim the prize money due to his amateur status.
Professional Career
He has achieved remarkable success in golf, emerging as a four-time major champion. He secured victories in the 2011 U.S. Open, 2012 PGA Championship, 2014 Open Championship, and 2014 PGA Championship. Remarkably, at the age of 25, he joined the esteemed company of Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods as one of only three players to have won four major championships.
Prior to his professional career, McIlroy displayed his talent as an amateur golfer. In 2007, at the age of 17, he briefly topped the World Amateur Golf Ranking. The same year, he transitioned to the professional circuit and quickly made a name for himself on the European Tour. He secured his first European Tour victory in 2009 and followed it up with a win on the PGA Tour in 2010.
Throughout his golfing journey, McIlroy has represented Europe, Great Britain & Ireland, and Ireland, both as an amateur and as a professional. Notably, he participated in the Ryder Cup, competing for Europe against the United States in 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2018, and 2021. Europe emerged victorious in 2010, 2012, 2014, and 2018. His exceptional achievements, both individually and, as part of a team, led to him being honored as the RTÉ Sports Person of the Year in 2011 and 2014.
Achievement/Awards
- 2012: Won multiple awards, including PGA Player of the Year, PGA Tour Player of the Year, Vardon Trophy, Byron Nelson Award, Race to Dubai, European Tour Golfer of the Year, and Mark H. McCormack Award.
- 2014: Swept PGA Tour awards, including Arnold Palmer Award, PGA Player of the Year, PGA Tour Player of the Year, Vardon Trophy, Byron Nelson Award, Race to Dubai, European Tour Golfer of the Year, Mark H. McCormack Award. Also won RTÉ Sports Person of the Year and BBC Northern Ireland Sports Personality of the Year.
- 2015: Shortlisted for Laureus World Sportsman of the Year. Won European Tour Golfer of the Year for the third time.
- 2019: Won PGA Tour Player of the Year award for the third time, along with Vardon Trophy and Byron Nelson Award.
- 2022: Won Vardon Trophy and Byron Nelson Award for a fourth time.
Net Worth 2023
As of 2023, Rory McIlroy’s net worth amounts to an estimated $170 million.
Latest News About Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy issued a challenge to American golfer Wyndham Clark, urging him to win the 2023 US Open. Both players experienced a mix of successes and struggles during the final stages of the tournament. Ultimately, Clark managed to hold on to a one-shot lead, finishing the event at 10-under par. Meanwhile, Cameron Smith of Australia delivered an impressive performance, concluding the round at three-under par and securing a fourth-place finish overall with a score of six-under par. Min Woo Lee, hailing from Western Australia, secured a sixth-place finish.
At the start of the day, Clark and American golfer Rickie Fowler were tied as joint leaders at 10-under par, while McIlroy trailed behind. However, Fowler faced difficulties on the front nine, recording three bogeys and only one birdie, which resulted in a disappointing 5-over par finish. Clark, a 29-year-old golfer from Denver, Colorado, showcased remarkable composure throughout the challenging Los Angeles Country Club course. This was only his seventh major tournament, with his previous best performance placing him no higher than 75th. He began the round with three birdies and two bogeys on the front nine, reaching 11-under par at the turn.
In a remarkable comeback, England’s Tommy Fleetwood shot an impressive 7-under par 63 in the final round, initially securing a 5-under par lead in the clubhouse. Smith also demonstrated skill on the final day, carding five birdies and two bogeys for a final round score of 67. American world number one, Scottie Scheffler, finished in third place, three shots behind, after shooting an even-par 70. However, the ultimate showdown unfolded between Clark and McIlroy.
Clark managed to save par consecutively for five crucial holes, starting from the ninth, to maintain his lead. The turning point came on the fifteenth hole, when McIlroy’s bid for a first major title since 2014 faltered. McIlroy was playing in the penultimate group, and while he struggled, Clark succeeded in securing a birdie. This two-shot swing gave Clark a three-shot advantage with only four holes remaining. Although back-to-back bogeys added some tension to the competition, McIlroy’s inability to produce another birdie after the opening hole of the day ultimately cost him. Both competitors parred the last hole, and Clark sank his final putt, initiating an emotional celebration.
“I have put in immense effort and dreamed of this moment for so long,” Clark expressed during the trophy presentation while receiving a prize money check of $3.6 million ($5.3 million). “I have imagined being in front of you and winning this championship numerous times. I truly felt that it was my time.”