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Rory McIlroy

Northern Irish golfer from Holywood, Co Down, McIlroy is a five-time Major winner. He won his first major in 2011 at the US Open at the age of 22. Married Erica Stroll in Co Mayo in April 2017 and together they have a daughter named Poppy. McIlroy completed the career Grand Slam in April 2025, when he finally won The Masters at Agusta.

Rory McIlroy and wife Erica 'can't wait' to make big move after Ryder Cup abuse
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Rory McIlroy and his wife Erica are reportedly set to make a big decision on their future after the abuse they received at the Ryder Cup last month
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Former UFC champion defends Rory McIlroy saying fans 'could get their ass whooped'
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Rory McIlroy had to deal with vile abuse from a section of fans during the Ryder Cup last month
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Rory McIlroy's intense 5am gym session at Ryder Cup gives insight into his dedication
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The Holywood man spent eight hours on the course in each of the first two days, as well as time spent on the range and in the gym
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PGA chief accepts he owes Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll apology but will do it via 'heartfelt email'
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The PGA of America has apologised to Rory McIlroy and his wife Erica Stoll for the abuse they received at the Ryder Cup, while Team Europe's Tyrrell Hatton has hit back at USA captain Keegan Bradley
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I walked the Ryder Cup with Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry – I can’t repeat what I heard
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Sky Sports reporter Jamie Weir said he was appalled by the unrepeatable abuse aimed at Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry at the Ryder Cup
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Ryder Cup official stood down for vile Rory McIlroy chant breaks silence on controversy
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Heather McMahan was stood down from her duties as master of ceremonies on the first tee at the Ryder Cup after she was caught on camera chanting offensively
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Rory McIlroy's wife Erica Stoll has last laugh over disgusting abuse and divorce jibes
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She was subjected to vile abuse and cruel jokes from USA fans at the Ryder Cup
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Rory McIlroy branded 'hypocrite' by major champion as he's slammed for x-rated outburst at Ryder Cup fans
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Rory McIlroy has been branded a 'hypocrite' by former PGA Champion Paul Azinger, who has taken aim at the Northern Irishman for his behaviour at the Ryder Cup
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Rory McIlroy absence explained after crucial Shane Lowry putt in Ryder Cup decider
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Rory McIlroy was missing from Shane Lowry's celebrations after the Irish star secured a vital halve point that ensured Team Europe were crowned Ryder Cup champions at Bethpage Black
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Team Europe's Ryder Cup stars rack up huge bar bill during NY party
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Europe's Ryder Cup team reportedly ran up a £230,000 bar bill as they partied into the night in New York after beating the United States at Bethpage Black
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Rory McIlroy praised for showing his class with gesture after Ryder Cup win
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Rory McIlroy was on the receiving end of abuse from American fans throughout the Ryder Cup but still took time to console the kids of US captain Keegan Bradley
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Rory McIlroy slammed and called 'insufferable baby' as abuse towards his wife is defended
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Rory McIlroy was the target of relentless heckling from American fans during the Ryder Cup, but the Northern Irishman has nonetheless been criticised for his confrontational antics
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Rory McIlroy BBC SPOTY award odds slashed after Europe retain Ryder Cup
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It has already been a memorable 2025 year for Rory McIlroy and his odds for the BBC's SPOTY award have been cut after Sunday's dramatic Ryder Cup win
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Donald Trump responds to Team Europe's brutal Ryder Cup trolling after famous win at Bethpage
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Team Europe trolled Donald Trump after winning the Ryder Cup in his own backyard, with the US President responding to the jibes on social media
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In photos: Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry lead Ryder Cup celebrations as Team Europe claim victory at Bethpage
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There were emotional scenes on the 18th green at Bethpage after what has been a rollercoaster weekend for Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry
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Rory McIlroy responds to vile abuse wife Erica suffered at Ryder Cup with vow
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Rory McIlroy's wife, Erica, was repeatedly heckled by American fans at the Ryder Cup and hit by a plastic beer glass, prompting the Northern Irish golfer to defend her after Team Europe's victory
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Shocking new footage emerges of Rory McIlroy's wife being hit on the head at Ryder Cup
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Rory McIlroy was subjected to horrific taunts from fans at the Ryder Cup, with his wife Erica Stoll caught in the crossfire when a drink was thrown in her direction
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Rory McIlroy fights back tears and vows to 'celebrate like there is no tomorrow' after Ryder Cup triumph
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It's a first away win for Europe in the event for 13 years and an exhausted McIlroy and his family had to endure a torrent of abuse
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Rory McIlroy's wife left in tears after being 'hit by drink' amid vile Ryder Cup abuse
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Rory McIlroy was subjected to abuse from the American fans at the Ryder Cup on Saturday, with his wife Erica Stoll reportedly left in tears after being hit by a drink
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Bethpage MC steps down for joining expletive-led chant against Rory McIlory
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Rory McIlroy will face world number on Scottie Scheffler after a "challenging" Saturday at the 2025 Ryder Cup with Europe on the brink of retaining the trophy
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Watch: Rory McIlroy fires x-rated response at rowdy Ryder Cup crowd
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Rory McIlroy and Tommy Fleetwood secured victory in the morning foursomes session of the Ryder Cup, with the Masters champion firing back at the crowd after a noisy interruption
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Rory McIlroy's reaction says everything hitting back at brutal Ryder Cup heckle before outburst
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Rory McIlroy has been the target of some brutal heckling while facing off against Team USA in the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black in New York, and he hasn't always been able to keep his cool
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Aaron Rodgers opens up on his admiration of Rory McIlroy and love of Guinness
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The four-time MVP will line out at Croke Park on Sunday as the Pittsburgh Steelers take on the Minnesota Vikings in the first-ever regular season NFL to be held in Ireland
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Ryder Cup LIVE: Day 2 fourballs score updates, Rory McIlroy snaps, foursomes results
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USA and Europe go head-to-head at Bethpage Black on the second day of the 45th Ryder Cup, with the visitors holding a commanding three-point lead after a superb Friday
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