17 h. ago Rocketman Rory McIlroy basking in his status as the hottest ticket in sport

Elton John and Donald Trump among those to congratulate Northern Irishman before Zurich Classic in New Orleans“Please welcome your Players and Masters champion, Rory McIlroy.”Shortly before 8am on the 10th tee at TPC Louisiana. The gallery is less than 100 in number. Still, there is extra pep in the starter’s voice. Those last four words carry such weight, they conjure such images. Masters champion, Rory McIlroy. An introduction he had waited a lifetime to receive. It somehow felt inadequate that it was over in a split second. “Very nice,” said McIlroy later. “I could get used to it.” He will be afforded that very privilege. Continue reading...

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28 h. ago Rory McIlroy reveals trip to see new London home with wife Erica after Masters success

Rory McIlroy has just claimed Masters glory with he and his family jetting to London to check out the mansion they are building on the Wentworth estate

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28 h. ago Rory McIlroy reveals messages from two US presidents after historic Masters triumph

The Northern Irishman finally ended his 11-year wait to complete a career grand slam - managed by only five other players in history - with his Augusta success

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44 h. ago Rory McIlroy shaken by scale of ‘absolutely amazing’ reaction to Masters triumph

Augusta winner returns in Zurich Classic of New OrleansMcIlroy and Shane Lowry are the defending championsRory McIlroy has admitted to being taken aback by the scale of reaction to his Masters triumph. Two US presidents – Donald Trump and Barack Obama – plus huge names from worlds outside sport have contacted the Northern Irishman since he completed the career grand slam at Augusta National. Amid moving scenes at Augusta, McIlroy’s outpouring of emotion reverberated way beyond golf. The achievement meant “everything and more” to McIlroy. It struck chords elsewhere.McIlroy, who beat Justin Rose in a playoff to win the Green Jacket, will return to the course at this week’s Zurich Classic of New Orleans. He was in bed with a fever on Monday, and was still slightly jaded when he addressed the media at TPC Louisiana on Wednesday. Continue reading...

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51 h. ago Xander Schauffele reveals how Scottish Open snoozes can help him slay 'scary' Rory McIlroy at Portrush

The American defends the Claret Jug at Royal Portrush this summer and The Renaissance will again be key to his preparations

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5 d. ago Rory McIlroy’s return to tournament golf revealed after Masters win

McIlroy dramatically won the Masters to complete a career grand slam but will soon return to the course for his next tournament

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5 d. ago Bryson DeChambeau breaks silence on Rory McIlroy 'beef' after Masters champion IGNORED rival US star during Augusta triumph

An emotional McIlroy achieved golf's career Grand Slam after holding his nerve to get the better of Justin Rose in a tense play-off last Sunday.

Sport

5 d. ago Bryson DeChambeau clears the air after Rory McIlroy incident

Bryson DeChambeau raised eyebrows last weekend when he revealed that Rory McIlroy didn't speak with him at all during their final round shootout on Sunday at The Masters

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7 d. ago Rory McIlroy pictured arriving in Belfast as Masters champion steps off $70million private jet after travelling with daughter Poppy following Augusta triumph

McIlroy travelled home with his wife Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy on a $70million private jet, touching down at George Best Belfast City Airport on Friday.

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8 d. ago The truth behind Rory McIlroy's '£3.1m Masters prize money donation' as charity make statement

McIlroy had previously worked closely with the charity, that supports those with learning disabilities, through his own charitable organisation, the Rory Foundation.

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8 d. ago Rory McIlroy adds to Manchester United speculation after Masters triumph

Plane trackers followed its route from Palm Beach, Florida, close to where McIlroy lives, igniting rumours that one of the club’s most famous fans is set for a matchday return

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8 d. ago Scottie Scheffler reveals the truth behind Rory McIlroy Green Jacket moment after backlash for 'classless' move

As defending champion, the world No 1 had the duty of helping the Northern Irishman put on his prize for winning the Masters. McIlroy secured an incredible and emotional win at Augusta.

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9 d. ago Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim sends message to Rory McIlroy after Masters triumph

Man United head coach Ruben Amorim wants to welcome golfer Rory McIlroy to Old Trafford to celebrate his Masters crown.

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9 d. ago Erica Stoll's reward for loyalty revealed: How Rory McIlroy is eyeing up huge change to satisfy loyal wife after divorce humiliation

Less than a year ago, Rory, 35, announced he and wife Erica, 37, were to split - only for the golfer to change his mind a month later. With Augusta finally in the bag, could Erica now call the shots?

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9 d. ago Revealed: The real reason why Rory McIlroy blanked Bryson DeChambeau at the Masters

During his round, McIlroy had played alongside American DeChambeau, who was two shots behind him heading into the final day, but tailed off to finish four adrift in fifth place.

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9 d. ago Caroline Wozniacki's photo that 'upset' Rory McIlroy: As she takes a dig at him after Masters win, is this where it all went wrong?

Rory McIlroy's triumph at the Masters delighted many names across the sporting world, but his ex Caroline Wozniacki might not have been among them.

Culture

1 week ago The 'weird' Rory McIlroy breakthrough moment everyone missed in Masters triumph – 'He channeled his inner Djokovic'

McIlroy showed he was truly elite when he became one of just six people to seal a golf Grand Slam

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1 week ago Everything Rory McIlroy said to Amanda Balionis after Masters win as wife not mentioned

Rory McIlroy opened up to Amanda Balionis about the support he received from loved ones following his Masters triumph but failed to mention his wife Erica Stoll to the CBS Sports reporter

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1 week ago Rory McIlroy insiders reveal hidden role wife Erica had in Masters win after divorce shock

Rory McIlroy and wife Erica Stoll stunned everyone last year when they announced their divorce - but their marriage is back on track as she lends her support behind the scenes

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1 week ago A year ago Rory McIlroy wanted to divorce her. Now, insiders reveal the secret role Erica Stoll had in his Masters win, writes BARBARA DAVIES

Victory, when it finally came for Rory McIlroy on Sunday, appeared to be as much a family affair as a global sporting triumph.

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