The Irish Times

Rory McIlroy sees golden opportunity for Dubai hat-trick end in watery grave

Viktor Hovland takes advantage to win playoff and move to third in the world rankings

Mon Jan 31 2022 - 08:33

Strong finish leaves Rory McIlroy in a positive frame of mind

2014 champion shows resilience as two birdies in last five holes help him post an opening 70

Thu Jul 15 2021 - 22:10

McIlroy enjoying trip down memory lane at Mount Juliet

Four-time Major winner back on home soil for Irish Open

Tue Jun 29 2021 - 19:17

US Open: Rory McIlroy keen to freewheel from the off at Torrey Pines

‘In terms of where everything’s heading, it’s definitely in the right direction’

Thu Jun 17 2021 - 06:00

Harry proves a Diamond in the rough as Rory McIlroy returns to winning ways

Caddie played vital role with advice to take drop on the 18th following wayward tee shot

Mon May 10 2021 - 16:58

Rory McIlroy ends his winning drought at Wells Fargo Championship

‘It’s felt a long time since that win in China. The world’s a completely different place’

Mon May 10 2021 - 01:29

Rory McIlroy has no plans to change coach or caddie

Northern Irish golfer says he was hinting at a change of philosophy not personnel

Tue Mar 09 2021 - 15:02

Rory McIlroy admits missing the crowds as he looks to end Major drought

Northern Irish star returns to Harding Park, scene of his 2015 World Match Play victory

Mon Aug 03 2020 - 06:00

Masters Meltdowns: How even Major winners wilt under Augusta’s intense spotlight

The likes of Norman, McIlroy and Spieth experienced the perils of a unique challenge

Fri Apr 10 2020 - 06:00

No regrets for Rory McIlroy as Race to Dubai battle concludes

McIlroy’s four worldwide victories in 2019 justify his overall approach

Tue Nov 19 2019 - 15:25

Rory McIlroy: Portrush support and caddie insight will give me edge

A winner of The Players earlier this season, he’s played a light schedule in the run-up

Wed Jul 17 2019 - 14:24

Remembering when teenage Rory McIlroy reduced Royal Portrush to 61 shots

Stephen Crowe recalls playing alongside 16-year-old when he shot course record

Mon Jul 15 2019 - 06:00

Rory McIlroy pines for equilibrium on Masters rollercoaster

Augusta favourite finally finds his groove before closing with back-to-back bogeys

Thu Apr 11 2019 - 22:42

Rory McIlroy ready to move into overdrive after Players win

TPC Sawgrass triumph showcased a new ‘maturity’ and comfort level in his own skin

Tue Mar 19 2019 - 06:00

Paul Dunne and Shane Lowry head down under for World Cup

Irish pair look to salvage season and complete third tourmament success for Ireland

Mon Nov 19 2018 - 15:42

Lee Westwood’s caddie change has brought him new life

English golfer won for the first time in four years last week with his partner on the bag

Wed Nov 14 2018 - 06:00

Rory McIlroy hoping to ring in anniversary with WGC win

It’s been a year since four-time Major winner took on his friend Harry Diamond as caddie

Mon Jul 30 2018 - 16:59

Aggressive game plan puts Rory McIlroy firmly in the mix

Opening 69 leaves Northern Irishman just three behind first round leader Kisner

Thu Jul 19 2018 - 12:42

McIlroy hoping the numbers stack up in his favour this time

Irishman is in good form, totally focused and has prepared meticulously for Augusta

Wed Apr 04 2018 - 01:00

Irish Masters hopefuls drinking in last chance saloon

Paul Dunne, Shane Lowry, Pádraig Harrington and Séamus Power all need to win

Mon Mar 26 2018 - 21:30

Rory McIlroy to undertake busy build-up to Masters

World No 10 to return to action at Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship in January

Sat Dec 09 2017 - 16:17

Rory McIlroy to retain Harry Diamond as caddie for 2018

McIlroy’s best friend to be on bag as he plays unprecedented eight pre-Masters events

Fri Dec 08 2017 - 11:19

Rory McIlroy off to a poor start in FedEx Cup playoffs

The 28-year-old sits well off the pace after a disappointing round of 73 at Glen Oaks

Thu Aug 24 2017 - 21:48

Rory McIlroy bidding to end season on a high

Four-time Major winner fit enough to tee it up in the first of the FedEx Cup playoffs

Mon Aug 21 2017 - 21:11

Matsuyama scorches Firestone with 61 to claim Bridgestone title

Japanese star wins by five shots in Akron; Rory McIlroy fails to fire in final round

Sun Aug 06 2017 - 23:41

Rory McIlroy rues multiple missed chances at Firestone

World number four only three off the lead at Firestone but wedges remain problematic

Sun Aug 06 2017 - 00:16

Rory McIlroy lurking dangerously after marathon day at Firestone

The world number four sits three shots off the lead heading into the weekend in Akron

Sat Aug 05 2017 - 00:36

Rory McIlroy’s new chapter starts with a 67 at Firestone

World number four looked impressive in his first round without JP Fitzgerald on the bag

Thu Aug 03 2017 - 19:47

Rory McIlroy: Split with caddy was to protect our friendship

World number four says he was increasingly taking out his frustrations on his caddie

Wed Aug 02 2017 - 19:43

McIlroy steps up prepartions for PGA defence

World number one looks to be close to a return to the course following injury

Sat Aug 08 2015 - 22:53

O’Donovan among early leaders at British Amateur Championship

Lucan golfer and Close champion Sharvin among 20 Irish trying to qualify for matchplay stages

Mon Jun 17 2013 - 20:28

Headfort’s McNamara powers to 5 and 4 victory over Gorey

23-year-old shows killer instinct in West of Ireland final

Wed Apr 03 2013 - 01:00

Wind and players howl as tough Rosses Point bares its teeth

Tough set-up and chilly conditions allow just 42 of 123 players to break 80

Sat Mar 30 2013 - 06:00