Full History Of Rory McIlroy In Timeline From 1904

2 days ago : Rory McIlroy rejects Ryder Cup playing-captain role; Bradley's captaincy questioned.

Rory McIlroy declined the opportunity to be a Ryder Cup playing-captain. Keegan Bradley's potential as U.S. Ryder Cup captain is under scrutiny, with suggestions he should remove himself from consideration.

1904: Golf's Previous Olympic Appearance

Golf was named as an Olympic sport for the first time since 1904.

1923: Bobby Jones' U.S. Open win

In 1923, Bobby Jones won the U.S. Open. Rory McIlroy became the youngest winner since Bobby Jones in 2011.

November 1972: McIlroy's Granduncle Murdered During The Troubles

In November 1972, during The Troubles, Rory McIlroy's granduncle Joe McIlroy was murdered by the Ulster Volunteer Force in a sectarian attack after moving his Catholic family into a predominantly-Protestant area of Orangefield, Belfast.

1980: Jack Nicklaus' U.S. Open record

In 1980, Jack Nicklaus jointly held the U.S. Open record of 272, which was later broken by Rory McIlroy in 2011.

1980: Jack Nicklaus' 1980 PGA Championship win

In 1980, Jack Nicklaus won the PGA Championship by seven strokes, a record that stood until Rory McIlroy broke it in 2012.

1982: Uncle's Ulster Senior Football Championship Win

In 1982, Rory McIlroy's uncle, Mickey McDonald, won the Ulster Senior Football Championship playing Gaelic football for Armagh GAA.

1987: Ireland's Previous Title in the Championship

In 1987, Ireland won the European Amateur Team Championship. It was Ireland's first title in the championship since 1987.

January 1988: Parents' Wedding

In January 1988, Rory McIlroy's parents, Rosaleen McDonald and Gerry McIlroy, married at St Colmcille's Church in Holywood.

May 1989: Rory McIlroy's Birth

In May 1989, Rory Daniel McIlroy was born, marking the beginning of the life of the Northern Irish professional golfer.

1993: Lee Janzen's U.S. Open record

In 1993, Lee Janzen jointly held the U.S. Open record of 272, which was later broken by Rory McIlroy in 2011.

1996: Happy Gilmore Movie Released

Happy Gilmore was originally released in 1996.

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1997: Watching Tiger Woods' Masters Victory

In 1997, as a child, Rory McIlroy intently watched every hole of Tiger Woods' victory at the Masters Tournament, inspiring his own aspirations.

1998: BBC Interview and Ambition to Win Majors

In 1998, Rory McIlroy stated in an interview with BBC Sport that his ambition was to win all four major championship titles.

1998: Tiger Woods Named for PGA Tour Video Game

Tiger Woods had been the namesake for the PGA tour series of video games from 1998 to 2013 before Rory McIlroy took over in 2015.

2000: Tiger Woods' U.S. Open record

In 2000, Tiger Woods jointly held the U.S. Open record of 272 and also had a 12-under score at Pebble Beach Golf Links, which was later broken by Rory McIlroy in 2011.

2002: Ulster Boys' U15 Championship Win

In 2002, Rory McIlroy won the Ulster Boys' U15 Championship.

2003: Jim Furyk's U.S. Open record

In 2003, Jim Furyk jointly held the U.S. Open record of 272, which was later broken by Rory McIlroy in 2011.

2003: Ulster Boys' U18 Championship Win

In 2003, Rory McIlroy won the Ulster Boys' U18 Championship.

2004: European Boys' Team Championship and Junior Ryder Cup

In 2004, Rory McIlroy was a member of the Irish team at the European Boys' Team Championship in Finland and also played on the European team which won the Junior Ryder Cup against the United States.

2004: Signing Letter of Intent

In late 2004, Rory McIlroy had signed a letter of intent to play collegiate golf at East Tennessee State University.

May 2005: European Tour Debut

In May 2005, Rory McIlroy made his European Tour debut at the Daily Telegraph Dunlop Masters.

2005: West of Ireland and Irish Close Championship Wins

In 2005, Rory McIlroy became the youngest-ever winner of both the West of Ireland Championship and the Irish Close Championship.

2005: Leaving School to Focus on Golf

In 2005, Rory McIlroy decided to leave school to concentrate on his golf career.

2005: Young Player of the Year award

In 2005, Rory McIlroy received the Young Player of the Year award at the Belfast Telegraph Sports Awards.

2005: Rory McIlroy's PGA Tour Victories

In September 2012, Rory McIlroy won the Deutsche Bank Championship and the BMW Championship. With these wins, he became the first European to win four PGA Tour events in a single season since 2005, when Tiger Woods achieved the same.

August 2006: European Amateur Win

In August 2006, Rory McIlroy won the European Amateur at Biella Golf Club, near Milan, Italy.

February 2007: Making First Cut in a Professional Tournament

In February 2007, Rory McIlroy made his first cut in a professional tournament as a 17-year-old at the European Tour's Dubai Desert Classic.

September 2007: Turning Professional

On September 18, 2007, Rory McIlroy turned professional and signed with International Sports Management. He made his first professional start the following day at the Quinn Direct British Masters.

2007: McIlroy Becomes Ambassador for Jumeirah

In 2007, Rory McIlroy became an ambassador for the hotel chain Jumeirah, a role he held until 2012.

2007: European Amateur Team Championship Victory

In 2007, Rory McIlroy competed for Ireland at the European Amateur Team Championship, where Ireland defeated France in the final to claim victory.

2007: Major Championship Debut and Walker Cup Appearance

In 2007, Rory McIlroy made his major championship debut at The Open Championship and finished as the low amateur. Also in 2007, he participated in the Walker Cup.

2007: Reaching Number One in World Amateur Golf Ranking and Turning Professional

In 2007, Rory McIlroy reached number one on the World Amateur Golf Ranking as a 17-year-old. Later that year, in 2007, he turned professional, establishing himself on the European Tour.

2007: McIlroy Signs with International Sports Management

In 2007, upon turning professional, Rory McIlroy signed with International Sports Management (ISM), founded by Chubby Chandler.

January 2008: Entering Top 200 of OWGR

On January 27, 2008, Rory McIlroy entered the top 200 of the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) for the first time.

September 2008: Omega European Masters Play-off Loss

On September 7, 2008, Rory McIlroy lost in a play-off at the Omega European Masters in Crans-sur-Sierre, Switzerland, after leading the final round.

November 2008: Moving into Top 50 of OWGR

In November 2008, Rory McIlroy moved into the top 50 of the OWGR after finishing second in the UBS Hong Kong Open.

2008: Last Winless Year

2008 was the last winless year for Rory McIlroy before 2017.

2008: McIlroy Begins Working with Putting Coach Paul Hurrion

In 2008, Rory McIlroy began working with specialist putting coach Paul Hurrion, who identified that McIlroy was overly reliant on hand-eye coordination when putting.

2008: Earning European Tour Card

In 2008, Rory McIlroy secured his European Tour card and became the youngest affiliate member in the history of the European Tour to earn a tour card.

2008: JP Fitzgerald becomes Rory McIlroy's caddie.

JP Fitzgerald had been Rory McIlroy's caddie since 2008.

February 2009: First Professional Win

On February 1, 2009, Rory McIlroy achieved his first professional win at the Dubai Desert Classic, which elevated him to 16th in the OWGR.

2009: First European Tour Win

In 2009, Rory McIlroy achieved his first win on the European Tour, marking a significant milestone in his professional career.

2009: McIlroy Buys House in Moneyreagh

In 2009, Rory McIlroy bought a house in Moneyreagh, a small village south of Belfast, which included a custom-made practice facility and a football pitch.

2009: Continued Success and PGA Tour Announcement

In 2009, Rory McIlroy finished fifth at the BMW PGA Championship and 12th at the European Open. He played well in majors and finished the season ranked second on the Race to Dubai. In 2009, he announced that he would join the American-based PGA Tour for the 2010 season.

2009: Invitation to Masters Tournament

In 2009, Rory McIlroy's year-end ranking earned him an invitation to the 2009 Masters Tournament.

2009: Buying Parents a House

In 2009, after achieving success as a professional golfer, Rory McIlroy bought his parents a house as a gesture of gratitude.

2009: Tiger Woods scoring average

In 2022, Rory McIlroy's scoring average of 68.67 was the lowest since Tiger Woods' 68.05 in 2009.

2009: McIlroy Introduced to "Putting Out of Your Mind"

In late 2009, Rory McIlroy was introduced to Bob Rotella's book "Putting Out of Your Mind", which likely influenced his approach to putting.

2010: Chandler Advised McIlroy to Give Up PGA Tour Card

In 2010, Chubby Chandler advised Rory McIlroy to give up his PGA Tour card and prioritize the European Tour, which McIlroy later disagreed with.

2010: First PGA Tour Win

In 2010, Rory McIlroy achieved his first win on the PGA Tour, further solidifying his presence in the world of professional golf.

2010: Working with exercise physiologist Stephen McGregor

In 2010, Rory McIlroy began working with exercise physiologist Stephen McGregor to address imbalances in his body and improve his golf swing, focusing on stability and reducing reliance on arm speed.

2010: Ryder Cup Selection and Decision to Return to European Tour

In 2010, Rory McIlroy represented Europe at the Ryder Cup, contributing to Europe regaining the cup. In November of 2010, he announced his return to the European Tour full-time, while still playing a limited schedule on the PGA Tour.

2010: Strong Finishes at Open and PGA Championships

In 2010, Rory McIlroy tied the course record at the Open Championship with a 9-under-par 63 on the opening day and finished tied for third. In 2010, he also finished in third place at the PGA Championship.

2011: McIlroy Hires Security After U.S. Open Win

After winning the 2011 U.S. Open, Rory McIlroy hired security guards for his property due to increased attention and strangers driving up his driveway.

2011: McIlroy Becomes UNICEF Ireland Ambassador

In 2011, Rory McIlroy became an ambassador for UNICEF Ireland and visited Haiti with UNICEF in June of that year.

2011: Skipping the Players Championship

In 2011, Rory McIlroy did not play at The Players Championship.

2011: McIlroy Leaves ISM

In 2011, Rory McIlroy left ISM, stating he felt he was being "led down the wrong path" by Chubby Chandler.

2011: McIlroy Signs Sponsorship Agreement with Santander Bank

In 2011, Rory McIlroy signed a multi-million dollar sponsorship agreement with Santander Bank.

2011: McIlroy Starts Dating Caroline Wozniacki

In 2011, Rory McIlroy started dating Danish tennis player Caroline Wozniacki.

2011: RTÉ Sports Person of the Year

In 2011, Rory McIlroy was named RTÉ Sports Person of the Year for his achievements.

2011: RTÉ Sports Person of the Year and BBC Northern Ireland Sports Personality of the Year

In 2011, Rory McIlroy was named the RTÉ Sports Person of the Year and BBC Northern Ireland Sports Personality of the Year in recognition of his U.S. Open win.

2011: First Major Championship Win

In 2011, Rory McIlroy won his first major championship at the U.S. Open, marking a significant achievement in his career.

2011: Runner-up at Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship, 1st round lead at the Masters, and final round struggles at the Masters

In January 2011, Rory McIlroy finished runner-up at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship. In April 2011, he led the Masters Tournament after the first round, becoming the youngest player to do so. However, he struggled in the final round, shooting an 8-over-par 80 and finishing in a tie for 15th.

2011: Tied-25th at Open Championship, wrist injury at PGA Championship, wins Shanghai Masters and Hong Kong Open

In July 2011, Rory McIlroy finished tied-25th at the Open Championship due to tough weather conditions. He also injured his wrist at the PGA Championship. In October 2011, he won the Lake Malaren Shanghai Masters, and in December 2011, he won the UBS Hong Kong Open.

2011: U.S. Open victory

In June 2011, at the U.S. Open, Rory McIlroy took the first-round lead and set records for the lowest 36-hole and 54-hole totals. He finished with a record 268 (−16) to win his first major championship, becoming the youngest winner since 1923 and rising to a career-high fourth in the OWGR.

September 2012: McIlroy Puts Moneyreagh House Up for Sale

In September 2012, Rory McIlroy put his house in Moneyreagh up for sale for £2 million.

December 2012: McIlroy Purchases Property in Florida

In December 2012, Rory McIlroy purchased a $10-million property in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, near Jack Nicklaus' Bear's Club.

2012: McIlroy Credits Dave Stockton for Putting Improvements

After winning the 2012 PGA Championship, Rory McIlroy credited Dave Stockton for improvements in his putting skills.

2012: Regret over PGA Tour Decision

In 2012, Rory McIlroy expressed regret over his 2010 decision to give up his PGA Tour card and skip the 2011 Players Championship.

2012: Ryder Cup Win

In 2012, Rory McIlroy played for Europe at the Ryder Cup, where Europe won the tournament.

2012: McIlroy Discusses His Upbringing and The Troubles

In 2012, Rory McIlroy stated that he does not want to be defined by The Troubles and that it is not how his generation thinks.

2012: Appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)

In 2012, Rory McIlroy was appointed Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the New Year Honours for his services to sport.

2012: Mark H. McCormack Award

In 2012, Rory McIlroy won the Mark H. McCormack Award for leading the Official World Golf Ranking for the most weeks in a calendar year.

2012: PGA Championship Win

In 2012, Rory McIlroy won the PGA Championship, adding another major title to his list of accomplishments.

2012: PGA and European Tour awards

In 2012, Rory McIlroy won the PGA Player of the Year and PGA Tour Player of the Year awards, as well as the Vardon Trophy and Byron Nelson Award. He was also voted the European Tour Golfer of the Year and European Tour Players' Player of the Year.

2012: McIlroy's Ambassador Role with Jumeirah Ends

In 2012, Rory McIlroy's role as an ambassador for hotel chain Jumeirah ended.

2012: Tiger Woods crossed $100 million earnings

In 2025, McIlroy earned $337,844 at the Texas Children's Houston Open, taking his career earnings on the PGA Tour to $100,046,906. This made McIlroy the second man to reach $100 million in official PGA Tour earnings, joining Tiger Woods who crossed the mark in 2012.

2012: Masters Tournament struggles and Wells Fargo Championship playoff loss

In April 2012, Rory McIlroy struggled at the Masters Tournament, finishing in a tie for 40th. In May 2012, he lost in a playoff at the Wells Fargo Championship to Rickie Fowler.

2012: Runner-up finishes and Honda Classic win

In January 2012, Rory McIlroy finished second at the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship. In February 2012, he was runner-up at the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship. In March 2012, he won the Honda Classic, becoming the number one player in the world.

2012: Ryder Cup and DP World Tour Championship wins

In September 2012, Rory McIlroy participated in the Ryder Cup, contributing to Europe's comeback win despite a mix-up with his tee time. In November 2012, he won the DP World Tour Championship, Dubai.

March 2013: McIlroy Agrees to Contract Extension with Horizon

In March 2013, Rory McIlroy agreed to a contract extension with Horizon Sports Management, set to run until 2017.

October 2013: McIlroy Describes Horizon Contract as "Unconscionable"

In October 2013, Rory McIlroy described his contract with Horizon as "unconscionable" and claimed he had been coaxed into signing it.

December 2013: McIlroy and Wozniacki Get Engaged

In December 2013, Rory McIlroy and Caroline Wozniacki became engaged.

2013: McIlroy Creates Rory McIlroy Management Services Ltd.

After splitting from Horizon, in 2013 Rory McIlroy created a new management company, Rory McIlroy Management Services Ltd., to manage his endorsement royalty payments.

2013: Donation Controversy with UNICEF

In 2013, Rory McIlroy cancelled a trip to Haiti with UNICEF due to a scheduling conflict. His management team, Horizon, then donated $166,000 of his money to UNICEF without his knowledge, leading to McIlroy reversing the donation due to lack of approval and influence from his then-partner Caroline Wozniacki.

2013: McIlroy Discusses Olympic Representation

In 2013, Rory McIlroy discussed the complexities of choosing between representing Great Britain or Ireland at the Olympics, stating that if there was a Northern Irish team, he would play for them, and if not, he might not play at all to avoid upsetting people.

2013: Creation of The Rory Foundation

In 2013, Rory McIlroy established The Rory Foundation, with the aim of supporting children's charities.

2013: Missed cut at 2013 Open Championship

In 2013, Rory McIlroy missed the cut at the Open Championship, ending a streak of 22 consecutive events on the PGA Tour where he made the cut.

2013: McIlroy Signs Endorsement Deal with Nike

In 2013, Rory McIlroy signed a 10-year endorsement deal with Nike worth up to $250 million, agreeing to be a brand ambassador for their golf clubs, balls, and apparel. He also signed endorsement deals with Bose and Omega in that year.

2013: Equipment change struggles and mixed results in majors

In 2013, Rory McIlroy struggled with an equipment change, missing cuts and withdrawing from tournaments. He had mixed results in the major championships, with a best finish of tied for 8th at the PGA Championship.

2013: Emirates Australian Open win

In December 2013, Rory McIlroy won the Emirates Australian Open, marking his first win of the year.

May 2014: McIlroy Ends Engagement with Wozniacki

In May 2014, Rory McIlroy ended his engagement with Caroline Wozniacki, stating that he wasn't ready for marriage.

2014: McIlroy References Manchester United Support After Open Win

Following his 2014 Open Championship win at Royal Liverpool, Rory McIlroy made reference to his support for Manchester United F.C. during his acceptance speech, prompting light-hearted boos from the crowd.

2014: Repeated award sweep and further recognition

In 2014, Rory McIlroy repeated his 2012 award sweep. Also in 2014, he was named RTÉ Sports Person of the Year for a second time, and BBC Northern Ireland Sports Personality of the Year for a third time.

2014: PGA and Open Championship Wins

In 2014, Rory McIlroy won both the PGA Championship and the Open Championship, making it a highly successful year in his career.

2014: Mark H. McCormack Award

In 2014, Rory McIlroy won the Mark H. McCormack Award for leading the Official World Golf Ranking for the most weeks in a calendar year.

2014: Ryder Cup and RTÉ Sports Person of the Year

In 2014, Rory McIlroy won the Ryder Cup with Europe. Also in 2014, he was named RTÉ Sports Person of the Year for a second time.

2014: WGC-Bridgestone Invitational and PGA Championship wins

In 2014, Rory McIlroy won the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational and the PGA Championship, becoming one of three players to win four majors by age 25.

2014: Pledge to Cancer Fund for Children

In 2014, through The Rory Foundation, Rory McIlroy pledged £1 million to the Cancer Fund for Children in Newcastle, County Down.

2014: McIlroy held a two-stroke lead at PGA Championship

In April, at the 2025 Masters Tournament, McIlroy held a two-stroke lead after 54 holes, which was his first 54-hole outright lead at a major since the 2014 PGA Championship.

2014: Open Championship victory

In July 2014, Rory McIlroy won the Open Championship, his first Open Championship and third major championship.

2014: Honda Classic Playoff Loss and BMW PGA Championship Win

In March 2014, Rory McIlroy lost in a playoff at the Honda Classic. In May 2014, he won the BMW PGA Championship, his first win in 18 months.

2014: Ryder Cup participation

In September 2014, Rory McIlroy participated in the Ryder Cup, contributing to Europe's victory.

2014: McIlroy Declares He Will Represent Ireland at the Olympics

On the eve of the 2014 Irish Open, Rory McIlroy declared that he would represent Ireland at the Olympics.

December 2015: McIlroy and Stoll Get Engaged

In December 2015, Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll got engaged while on holiday in Paris.

2015: Results not in chronological order

Before 2015, the results were not in chronological order.

2015: McIlroy Settles Legal Battle with Horizon

In 2015, Rory McIlroy and Horizon Sports Management ended their bitter legal battle with an out-of-court settlement, reportedly with McIlroy paying the firm in excess of $25 million plus costs.

2015: McIlroy Becomes Namesake for EA Sports' Video Game

In 2015, Rory McIlroy became the namesake for the EA Sports' video game "Rory McIlroy PGA Tour", replacing Tiger Woods.

2015: Masters finish, WGC-Cadillac Match Play win, and Wells Fargo Championship victory

In 2015, Rory McIlroy finished fourth at the Masters Tournament. He also won the WGC-Cadillac Match Play event and the Wells Fargo Championship, setting a course record at Quail Hollow Club.

2015: McIlroy Injures Ankle Playing Football, Withdraws from Open Championship

In 2015, Rory McIlroy injured his ankle ligaments while playing football with friends, forcing him to withdraw from the 2015 Open Championship, but later stated he would not give up playing football.

2015: McIlroy Undergoes Laser Eye Surgery

In 2015, Rory McIlroy underwent laser eye surgery to correct his vision, after previously relying on contact lenses, which he found problematic, especially during the summer due to hayfever. He reported having better than 20/20 vision after the surgery.

2015: Mark H. McCormack Award

In 2015, Rory McIlroy won the Mark H. McCormack Award for leading the Official World Golf Ranking for the most weeks in a calendar year.

2015: Injury and withdrawal from tournaments

In July 2015, Rory McIlroy ruptured his left anterior talofibular ligament, leading to his withdrawal from the Open Championship and the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational. He returned at the PGA Championship, finishing 17th.

2016: Nike's withdrawal and endorsement deal with TaylorMade

At the end of 2016, Nike withdrew from the golf equipment market, leading Rory McIlroy to sign a $100 million endorsement deal with TaylorMade.

2016: Foundation Dispenses Funds to Charities

During 2016, The Rory Foundation dispensed a total of £1.15 million to charities in Ireland and the United Kingdom, with £862,543 donated directly by Rory McIlroy.

2016: Golf Returns to the Olympics

In 2016, golf was named an Olympic sport for the first time since 1904 at the Summer Olympics, leading to questions about whether Rory McIlroy would represent Great Britain or Ireland.

2016: WGC-Cadillac Championship falter and Masters disappointment

In March 2016, Rory McIlroy faltered in the final round of the WGC-Cadillac Championship. At the 2016 Masters Tournament, he finished tied-10th, attributing his struggles to the pressure of completing the Grand Slam.

2016: Irish Open victory and Olympic withdrawal

In May 2016, Rory McIlroy won the Irish Open and donated his winnings to charity. He withdrew from the 2016 Summer Olympics due to the Zika virus threat but expressed interest in competing in the 2020 Olympics.

2016: Deutsche Bank Championship, Tour Championship, and Ryder Cup

In September and October 2016, Rory McIlroy won the Deutsche Bank Championship and the Tour Championship, earning the FedEx Cup title. At the 2016 Ryder Cup, he contributed three points but lost his singles match, as the United States defeated Europe.

April 2017: McIlroy Marries Erica Stoll

In April 2017, Rory McIlroy married Erica Stoll at Ashford Castle in Cong, County Mayo.

2017: McIlroy Reveals Degenerative Disc Issue

In 2017, Rory McIlroy disclosed that he had a degenerative disc in his lumbar vertebrae, attributing it to the millions of golf swings he had taken since the age of two. He also credited coach McGregor for helping him take better care of his body.

2017: McIlroy Ranks Sixth in Forbes' List of Highest-Paid Athletes

In 2017, Rory McIlroy ranked sixth in Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid athletes, earning $50 million, with $34 million coming from endorsements.

2017: McIlroy Signs Contract Extension with Nike and Equipment Deal with TaylorMade

In 2017, Rory McIlroy signed a 10-year, $200-million contract extension with Nike for apparel only, and a 10-year, $100-million equipment deal with TaylorMade to use their clubs, ball, and bag.

2017: Caddie change

Late in the 2017 season, Rory McIlroy parted ways with his caddie JP Fitzgerald and hired Harry Diamond.

2017: Original End Date of Horizon Contract

March 2013 marked the date when Rory McIlroy agreed to a contract extension with Horizon Sports Management that was set to run until 2017.

2017: Winless season and injury struggles

Rory McIlroy did not win during 2017, his first winless year since 2008. A rib injury hampered his season, and he dropped to 11th in the OWGR.

December 2018: Closure of The Rory Foundation

In December 2018, The Rory Foundation was shut down, with a spokeswoman stating that Rory McIlroy "is adopting a private philanthropic policy".

2018: McIlroy Appears on The Grand Tour

In 2018, Rory McIlroy appeared on an episode of Amazon Prime show "The Grand Tour", racing against Paris Hilton in the "Celebrity Face-Off" segment of the show.

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2018: McIlroy Enlists Brad Faxon as Putting Coach

In 2018, Rory McIlroy began working with Brad Faxon, a former PGA Tour player known for his putting skills, as his putting coach.

2018: Ryder Cup Win

In 2018, Rory McIlroy represented Europe at the Ryder Cup, and Europe won the competition.

2019: McIlroy Founds Symphony Ventures

In 2019, Rory McIlroy founded Symphony Ventures, a venture capital firm focused on healthcare, sports, and technology.

2019: Winning The Players Championship

In 2019, Rory McIlroy won The Players Championship, a significant victory in his career.

2019: PGA Tour Player of the Year and Vardon Trophy

In 2019, Rory McIlroy won the PGA Tour Player of the Year award and the Vardon Trophy for the third time.

September 2020: McIlroy and Stoll Welcome Daughter

In September 2020, Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll had a daughter.

2020: Intention to compete at the Olympic Games

Following his withdrawal from the 2016 Olympics, Rory McIlroy outlined his intention to compete at the 2020 Olympic Games.

2020: Results not in chronological order

In 2020 results are not in chronological order.

2020: McIlroy Invests in Whoop

In 2020, Rory McIlroy was among the investors in a $100-million Series E financing round for Whoop, a wearable fitness tracker company, after he began wearing a Whoop band in 2019.

2022: Discontinuation of Championship and Invitational

From 2022, the Championship and Invitational were discontinued.

2022: Winning the FedEx Cup Three Times

In 2022, Rory McIlroy became the first person to win the FedEx Cup three times, surpassing Tiger Woods' two wins.

2022: McIlroy Founds TMRW Sports with Tiger Woods

In 2022, Rory McIlroy founded TMRW Sports alongside Tiger Woods and Mike McCarley, launching the indoor golf league TGL.

2022: Vardon Trophy

In 2022, Rory McIlroy won the Vardon Trophy for a fourth time. His scoring average of 68.67 was the lowest since Tiger Woods' 68.05 in 2009.

2022: McIlroy Becomes Vocal Opponent of LIV Golf

In 2022, with the emergence of LIV Golf, Rory McIlroy became a vocal opponent of the Saudi-funded league, criticizing it for "ripping apart" professional golf and taking on the role as the face of the PGA Tour in its battle with LIV Golf.

January 2023: McIlroy Refuses to Speak to Patrick Reed After Subpoena Incident

In January 2023, prior to the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, Rory McIlroy refused to speak to LIV golfer Patrick Reed, revealing that Reed had served him a subpoena on Christmas Eve as part of an anti-trust lawsuit.

June 2023: McIlroy Feels Like a "Sacrificial Lamb" After PGA Tour-LIV Golf Agreement

In June 2023, after the PGA Tour announced a framework agreement for a potential merger with LIV Golf, Rory McIlroy expressed feeling like a "sacrificial lamb" due to his unwavering support of the PGA Tour, reaffirming his commitment by stating he would retire if LIV Golf were the only option.

2023: Discontinuation of Champions

From 2023, the Champions was discontinued.

2023: McIlroy Declares Support for Buffalo Bills

In 2023, Rory McIlroy declared that he is a fan of the Buffalo Bills, due to his wife Erica being from Irondequoit, New York.

2023: McIlroy Featured in Netflix's "Full Swing"

In 2023, Rory McIlroy featured in the sports documentary series "Full Swing", which premiered on Netflix.

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2023: McIlroy Joins Investment Group of Alpine Racing Team

In 2023, Rory McIlroy joined the investment group of the Alpine racing team of Formula One.

2023: Donation to Cancer Fund for Children Lodge

In 2023, Rory McIlroy paid €1 million towards the construction of a Cancer Fund for Children lodge in Cong, County Mayo.

2023: Ryder Cup Win

In 2023, Rory McIlroy played for Europe at the Ryder Cup, where Europe secured a victory.

May 2024: McIlroy Files for Divorce

In May 2024, Rory McIlroy filed for divorce from Erica Stoll in Palm Beach County, Florida.

June 2024: McIlroy Withdraws Divorce Filing

By 11 June 2024, Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll withdrew the divorce filing, resolving their differences and looking forward to a new beginning.

December 2024: Money prize figures rounded

As of 31 December 2024, Money prize figures are rounded up to nearest Euro.

2024: McIlroy Invests in TickPick

In 2024, Rory McIlroy invested in the ticket marketplace TickPick.

2024: McIlroy Softens Stance Against LIV Golf

In 2024, Rory McIlroy softened his stance against LIV Golf, admitting he had been "a little judgemental" towards golfers who joined the league and accepting its place in the sport.

2024: McIlroy Takes Delivery of a Gulfstream G650ER

In 2024, Rory McIlroy took delivery of a Gulfstream G650ER, a private jet. He previously owned a Bombardier Challenger 605.

2024: European Tour Player of the Year award

In 2024, Rory McIlroy won the European Tour Player of the Year award, now renamed the Seve Ballesteros Award, for the fourth time in his career.

2025: McIlroy's Ball Speed Reaches Over 190 mph

As of 2025, Rory McIlroy is capable of producing a ball speed of over 190 miles per hour (310 km/h).

2025: McIlroy Cameos in "Happy Gilmore 2"

In 2025, Rory McIlroy made a cameo appearance in the film "Happy Gilmore 2", a sequel to "Happy Gilmore" (1996).

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2025: McIlroy Partners with TPG to Form TPG Sports

In 2025, Rory McIlroy partnered with private equity firm TPG to form TPG Sports, an investment fund targeting the sports sector.

2025: Victory at AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and second Players Championship Title

In 2025, Rory McIlroy won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and later secured his second Players Championship title after a playoff.

2025: Winning the Masters Tournament and Completing the Career Grand Slam

In 2025, after a 10-year drought in the majors, Rory McIlroy won the Masters Tournament, completing the career grand slam.

2025: McIlroy wins the 2025 Masters Tournament

In April 2025, Rory McIlroy won the Masters Tournament after a playoff with Justin Rose, completing the career grand slam and becoming the sixth player to achieve this feat in the modern era.