There is no question that Rory McIlroy has plenty of strengths, but his driving has always been what sets him apart. Tommy Fleetwood considers the Northern Irishman to be the most talented player of this generation,

Rory McIlroy begins his 2026 season with back-to-back events on the DP World Tour at the Dubai Invitational and the Hero Dubai Desert Classic; watch McIlroy in action throughout 2026 live on Sky Sport

The SI Golf staff continues to preview the new season and ponders whether Rory McIlroy will add to his major count one year after bagging the career Grand Slam.

Last year, Tyrrell Hatton became the fifth English golfer to win the Hero Dubai Desert Classic after Paul Casey, Danny Willett, Mark James, and David Howell. The 2025 edition of the tournament at Emirates Golf Club also marked Hatton's 200th start on the DP World Tour.

Rory McIlroy, a four-time major champion, is estimated to have a net worth of $170–$200 million by 2026 based on prize money, endorsements, and business ventures. Over the past decade, his income has shifted from tournament earnings to global brand deals and diversified investments,

Rory McIlroy discussed winning the Masters, his career grand slam, and his thoughts on LIV Golf in a recent podcast interview. McIlroy admitted to feeling imposter syndrome after joining the exclusive list of career grand slam winners.

McIlroy argued that LIV players such as Bryson DeChambeau have already "paid their consequence" for joining the Saudi-backed rival league, which launched in 2022.

Rory McIlroy was singing a very different tune about Bryson DeChambeau and other LIV Golf stars on The Overlap podcast this week.

Smylie discusses Rory McIlroy and his goals to boost his iron play and driving as the 2026 PGA Season kicks off, planning to notably improve his overall game.

As a kid, Rory McIlroy was direct about his dreams. Asked what he wanted from golf, he said it plainly: “I would like to turn pro and to win all the majors.” When the interviewer asked if he would like to win them all in one year,