Since the men’s World Ranking was officially launched in 1986, there have been only 24 world No 1 golfers, writes Brendan Barratt. Predictably, Tiger Woods heads up the list, having held top spot for 683 weeks, but who else has been top dog?
Europe captain Padraig Harrington has dropped Rory McIlroy from Saturday’s morning foursome matches after the first two-loss day of the four-time Major winner’s Ryder Cup career.
Ryder Cup newcomer Viktor Hovland has waxed enthusiastic on the possibility of partnering with Rory McIlroy, but European captain Padraig Harrington – like US counterpart Steve Stricker – is keeping his precise pairing plans close to his chest. (more…)
Rory McIlroy’s late eagle lifted him into a tie for the BMW Championship first-round lead on Thursday alongside world number one Jon Rahm and American Sam Burns. (more…)
A fatigued Rory McIlroy says it takes extra effort to get going in the final days of the US PGA season but he’ll be rested and ready for September’s Ryder Cup. (more…)
Fresh off the back of a long-awaited return to the winner’s circle, former world No 1 Rory McIlroy is a strong favourite to come out on top at the PGA Championship. ANDRE HUISAMEN takes a look at the favourable odds for this week. (more…)
Former world No 1 Rory McIlroy has admitted he was at a loss for words at times during this past weekend’s US Open due to Bryson DeChambeau’s monster drives. (more…)
Patrick Cantlay and Rory McIlroy have taken a share of the lead at the BMW Championship on Friday after both players concluded the second round on one under par. (more…)
After a somewhat difficult start to the PGA Tour’s resumption, former world No 1 Rory McIlroy is eager to deliver an excellent showing at this week’s PGA Championship.
World No 1 Rory McIlory believes it will be in the best interest of everyone if this year’s Ryder Cup is postponed until 2021. (more…)