Lasting Legacy of Rory McIlroy: A Look at the Influence on History
A detailed timeline of the impact and legacy of Rory McIlroy across different fields.
Rory McIlroy is a highly accomplished Northern Irish professional golfer. A former world number one, he spent over 100 weeks in that position. McIlroy has secured four major championships: the 2011 U.S. Open, the 2012 PGA Championship, the 2014 Open Championship, and the 2014 PGA Championship. He is one of only three golfers, alongside Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods, to have won four majors by the age of 25, solidifying his place among golf's elite.
1998: Tiger Woods PGA Tour Started
In 1998, Tiger Woods became the namesake for EA Sports' video game series, Tiger Woods PGA Tour.
2010: Regretted Decision to Give Up PGA Tour Card
Rory McIlroy later stated that he regretted his 2010 decision to give up his PGA Tour card and skipping the 2010 Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass. McIlroy's manager Chubby Chandler's aversion to the PGA Tour was cited by McIlroy as one of the main reasons for their later professional split.
2013: Tiger Woods PGA Tour Ended
In 2013, Tiger Woods left EA Sports' video game series, Tiger Woods PGA Tour.
2015: EA Sports' Rory McIlroy PGA Tour
In 2015, Rory McIlroy became the namesake for EA Sports' video game, Rory McIlroy PGA Tour, replacing Tiger Woods.
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