Rory McIlroy has made history with his six major victories, including a career Grand Slam and back-to-back wins at The Masters. His journey began with a record-breaking win at the 2011 US Open, where he took an eight-shot lead into the final round. McIlroy's dominant performance, which included firing rounds of 65 and 66, saw him shatter Tiger Woods' tournament scoring record, ending the week on 16 under.
This impressive victory marked the beginning of McIlroy's major success, with subsequent wins at the 2012 PGA Championship, the 2014 Open Championship, the 2014 PGA Championship, the 2025 Masters, and the 2026 Masters. Throughout his career, McIlroy has demonstrated his ability to perform under pressure, overcoming setbacks and near-misses to achieve his goals.
With his career Grand Slam complete, McIlroy has cemented his place as one of golf's all-time greats, joining the likes of Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and Gary Player. As he continues to compete at the highest level, fans and enthusiasts alike will be watching to see if McIlroy can add to his impressive tally of major victories.