i think he's going to stay number one for some time to come. only going to get better.
Rory McIlroy
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i think he's going to stay number one for some time to come. only going to get better.
It was always going to happen once he found the consistency. His swing is so natural, he can really make the position his own over the coming years...
I hope he wins the Masters after last year's terrible final round. Really impressed by how he talks and handles himself despite achieving so much at a young age - he can dominate golf if he continues to improve as he has done.
I wonder if he could beat Wozniacki at tennis?
I wonder if he could beat Wozniacki at tennis?
He can lose the OWR #1 as soon as he got it if Lee Westwood or Luke Donald win this weekend. Whether or not he has it officially, he's got to be the top player in the world right now. If he hadn't collapsed at Augusta, the hype around him would be unreal right now.
..McIlroy and Wozniacki take courtship to new level as world's top golfer helps out against Sharapova
The Wozzilroy roadshow touched down in New York on Monday night as the world's No 1 golfer tried a whole different ball game.
Rory McIlroy hit the summit of the global rankings at the weekend and celebrated by showing off his tennis skills in front of thousands at Madison Square Garden.
McIlroy was watching girlfriend Caroline Wozniacki take on Maria Sharapova in an exhibition match in when the Danish star invited her man on court.
The 22-year-old Northern Irishman was not exactly dressed for the occasion in jeans and a jumper but he displayed a mean one-handed backhand and took a point when Sharapova played his lob wide.
Modest McIlroy said: 'I’ve won a few off Caroline before.'
He later tweeted: 'Never thought I'd play tennis at Madison Square Garden! Had a great time watching Caroline and Maria out there! I even won a point.'
The US Open champion could not prevent Wozniacki, a former world No 1 herself, crashing 6-3, 6-4 to her Russian opponent. Wozniacki, now the fourth ranked player in the world, said on Twitter: 'Had great fun playing the exhibition with Sharapova in Madison Square Garden. Even got Rory on court and win a point Ha ha.' McIlroy reached the top spot with his victory at the Honda Classic on Sunday night. He signed autographs and posed for photos in New York and will head for the Blue Monster at Doral in Miami this week for the second World Golf Championship of the season. He said: 'It’s nice to take a little break from golf.'
Wozniacki's next tournament is in Indian Wells and the pair have been spending time together when their busy schedules offer them the opportunity.
But when asked if she sent McIlroy flowers after his win at the Honda, Wozniacki said: 'Well, I don’t want his head to become too big, so, um, no.'
Daily Mail
Was looking good for a while, but crumbling a bit now.
Lost number 1 spot again to Donald, got to say I like Rory but prefer to see Luke in that position, sure it won't be long untill Rory gets it back though.
I'm not an avid follower of golf but he's potentially in a different class to Donald or Westwood, IMHO. If he keeps his head down and doesn't get caught up in the celebrity bullshit, he'll win quite a few big pots.
he seems to be though doesn't he. This crap with the tennis, the row on twitter last year, the bust up with his agent. It seems like Rory's head is starting to be turned by the fame game. I hope I'm wrong because I am a huge fan.
the masters = oops!
I guess that's the real reason why she's dating him..........even she looks hot next to him.
never mind!
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hes in some form!
He's not quite ready to take over the world yet, but I think he'll be there or thereabouts for many years to come.
Its one of the most difficult tests they're likely to face anywhere. Nice to see McDowell and Harrington doing better. 3 players under par tells its own story...
http://www.rte.ie/sport/golf/2012/0910/337038-mcilroy-drops-great-britain-olympics-hint/
I had always assumed he viewed himself as a Brit but played for us due to them playing as the island of Ireland rather than the Republic. Fair enough, really.
I think most people knew this. It shouldn't bother anyone really but of course it will
Couldnt give a shit about that personally.
His win last night was one of his most impressive to date. Very Tiger like actually.
He wasnt at the height of his powers all weekend but still managed to defeat a who's who of the best golfers out there currently. Bit of a changing of the guard feeling to it.
His win last night was one of his most impressive to date. Very Tiger like actually.
He wasnt at the height of his powers all weekend but still managed to defeat a who's who of the best golfers out there currently. Bit of a changing of the guard feeling to it.
I couldn't care less who he declared for for the Olympics. As far as I am aware, he is a protestant anyway so I fully expected him to declare for the Brits.
As far as last night's win goes, it was fantastic. As Decotron said, he wasn't near his best but still seemed to win easily.
I honestly believe he will go on to win more majors than Woods, once he keeps his head right.
As far as last night's win goes, it was fantastic. As Decotron said, he wasn't near his best but still seemed to win easily.
I honestly believe he will go on to win more majors than Woods, once he keeps his head right.
Nope the odd thing about it, is that he is in fact catholic
I dont think its odd personally. The kid owes no one anything and is welcome to make whatever decision he feels is right for him.
I agree, I just mean it is an unusual choice for a person who grew up catholic. Doesnt bother me at all though
He was brilliant yesterday- very composed and classy back to back wins.
Really? I didn't know that.
His decision anyway and it's one I'd have absolutely no problem with.
Whatever Rory does - its his decision.
From a political basis and in my own opinion its saddening to see a Northern Catholic align himself with Great Britain - even more so with his families catholic background.
From a political basis and in my own opinion its saddening to see a Northern Catholic align himself with Great Britain - even more so with his families catholic background.
grandfather's brother killed by UVF for living in a protestant estate, Mum worked in Catholic school, Uncle represented Armagh in gaelic.
Heard that today, wasnt sure if it was true...
Fair play Rory whatever you decide
can't stand these pricks who say the Associations 'steal' players
Its a personal decision and he has the right to self determination
can't stand these pricks who say the Associations 'steal' players
Its a personal decision and he has the right to self determination
It is odd, especially with him being catholic.
I am English and don't feel myself to be British as such, even though my Granddad was from Londonderry. I very much feel like an Englishman and kind of expect everyone from the home nations to feel aligned like me. I don't mind seeing the other home nations do well at sport and such like though.
I think that this is a commercial decision driven by his fiscal interests.
I am English and don't feel myself to be British as such, even though my Granddad was from Londonderry. I very much feel like an Englishman and kind of expect everyone from the home nations to feel aligned like me. I don't mind seeing the other home nations do well at sport and such like though.
I think that this is a commercial decision driven by his fiscal interests.
Don't think so Jimmy, Rory has always been a big Norn Ireland fan so it's not a surprising choice
Is there no scope for feeling Northern Irish, rather than Irish or British?
well there is, but for the Olympics you represent either Ireland or GB
Overnight has said that its all moot as he hasnt made up his mind yet as its 4 years away
Overnight has said that its all moot as he hasnt made up his mind yet as its 4 years away
Wouldn't say that's necessarily true. I know for one I feel British but not too bothered about England even though I was born and raised here.
Looks like he's sticking with the green side of things for the moment. Still couldnt give a feck either way.
Massive weekend for him, Top 30 golfers in the world all together on a great course and he has chance of €8million bonus if he wins in Atlanta
Massive weekend for him, Top 30 golfers in the world all together on a great course and he has chance of €8million bonus if he wins in Atlanta
he hasnt made up his mind yet; he has basically said that people's reactions to the decision have caused him to rethink what he may do
I'd imagine that he is only saying he is rethinking it to stop getting any abuse or stick that he is getting. If I had to guess, he'll still make the same decision.
His choice anyway, and I'll be supporting him either way.
His choice anyway, and I'll be supporting him either way.
Cheeky Devil McIlroy brings a touch of red to the greens as he practises in Miami
By Phil Gradwell
Rory McIlroy brought a splash of red to the greens in Miami as he practised on his own while most of the world's best players were competing 200 miles north.
Manchester United fan McIlroy's golf bag was adorned with the club's badge and he certainly got into the swing of things during this round.
The United supporter has this week abided by the mantra of his fellow Red Devils and has done 'what he wants'
by missing the Arnold Palmer Invitational in Orlando, causing a right hoo-ha in the process.Palmer said: 'I had a few brief conversations with Rory last year and thought he was going to play but obviously I was wrong.'
'What his reasoning is I don’t know but I am not going to worry about it.'
Justin Rose and Bill Haas share the lead at the halfway point at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, with Tiger Woods - who has recently gone public over his relationship with skier Lindsey Vonn - a further four shots back.
McIlroy, however, is sticking to the schedule he believes will give him his best chance of winning the Masters next month.
And if he takes inspiration from serial title winners United, the chances are he's got the Green Jacket in the bag...
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/go...nchester-United-golf-bag-practises-Miami.html
Great player but those Satander adverts are annoying.
and creepy.
Just hit one of the best shots Ive ever seen to reach the green for an eagle to win the tournament. Unfecking believable. Putt coming up