What do you know about Rory McIlroy?

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What do you know about Rory McIlroy?

Rory McIlroy is a professional golfer from Northern Ireland who is a member of both the European and PGA Tours. He is the current World Number One in the Official World Golf Ranking, having held that position for 95 weeks. He is a four-time major champion, winning the 2011 U.S. Open, 2012 PGA Championship, 2014 Open Championship, and 2014 PGA Championship.

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland plays a shot on the 4th fairway during the third round of the British Open golf championship on the Old Course at St. Andrews, Scotland, Saturday July 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Peter Morrison)

Rory McIlroy’s professional career

His professional career started in 2007 after he had turned professional in September 2007. He achieved his first professional victory in 2009 and became the youngest player ever to win the European Tour Qualifying School. In 2011 he won his first major championship and has since gone on to win a further three majors. He is currently ranked as the world’s second best golfer.

Technique, additional mentors and coaches of Rory Mcilroy

He has worked with a number of mentors and coaches throughout his career. These have included Michael Bannon, his former coach at Holywood Golf Club; Neil Manchip, his coach at the International Junior Golf Academy; and Butch Harmon, his current coach. McIlroy has also worked with a number of mental coaches, including Dr. Bob Rotella and Dr. Harvey Penick.

At the age of 22 he had already accomplished a great deal in his career.

The most asked questions about this famous golfer

• How much is Rory McIlroy worth? He is estimated to be worth around $250 million. This includes his prize money from tournaments, endorsement deals, and appearance fees. He has earned the majority of his wealth from his successful career as a professional golfer. He has won over $60 million in prize money from tournaments alone.

In addition to his prize money, he also earns a significant amount of money from endorsement deals and from appearing in commercials and making public appearances. He charges upwards of $100,000 for a single appearance. 

• How old is Rory McIlroy? Rory McIlroy is 33 years old.
• How tall is Rory McIlroy? He is 1.75 cm (5 ft 9 in)
• What majors has Rory McIlroy won? Rory McIlroy has won four majors: the 2011 U.S. Open, the 2012 PGA Championship, the 2014 Open Championship, and the 2014 PGA Championship.