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Good shout, but i would add when we consider he has led after the first round of the last 4 majors, it is hard to see how anyone can argue that he will not seriously challenge for every major championship from now on, just like Woods did.
Mark my words, this boy will be considered the greatest sportsman on earth within this decade!
Also could end up with, what 3 majors this year??
Read he is a United supporter.
That's a fact jack!! He could well be a secret caf member! I think Gaz is Rory!
I have watched a lot of golf over the years and this is one of the best performances i have ever seen over 4 rounds in a major championship. For those comparing his performance with Tiger's at Pebble Beach in 2000 when he won by 15 shots, taken solely as directly comparing the actual dominance and decimation of both the field and the course, for me Tiger's was still the best and imo will probably never be equalled.
However, when we examine the context of the 2 performances, Tiger was already a major champion, world no 1, and well established as the best player in the world. McIlroy on the other hand had just come off the back of a monumental mental collapse in Augusta, literally throwing away a major that was undoubtedly his to lose. To come back in the very next major and perform so perfectly over all 4 rounds, in spite of the added pressure of doubts about his mental strength, which would only increase as the final round drew nearer, is imo, quite simply incredible.
What we should also consider is that Tiger was a game changer, when he came along he had one huge advantage over the other players, obviously combined with his amazing talent . Sheer power. He was hitting the ball much further, and with greater consistency than everybody else. He completely shocked everybody in golf with his performances and general standard of play.
Courses had to be changed, technology had to be changed, players themselves had to change their whole approach, both mentally and physically to even have a reasonable chance of competing. The days of the fat golfer were gone forever, Woods transformed Golf into a game in which only professional athletes could now seriously compete.
What we see in McIlroy is the product of all those changes. Now all the players are hitting the ball longer, so McIlroy is now competing as an athlete, against athletes and the only reason he won this tournament was
talent. His consistency of ball striking and accuracy over the four days was quite simply a class above everybody else.
Looking at Woods demise, we are now witnessing imo a changing of the guard. There are players now who strike the ball as well as Woods, and just as far. It will be difficult for him to come back and win any more majors imo even if he regains his form of 2000.
What a performance by Rory, absolutely fantastic and thoroughly deserved. Well played Rory and bring on the Open!
However, when we examine the context of the 2 performances, Tiger was already a major champion, world no 1, and well established as the best player in the world. McIlroy on the other hand had just come off the back of a monumental mental collapse in Augusta, literally throwing away a major that was undoubtedly his to lose. To come back in the very next major and perform so perfectly over all 4 rounds, in spite of the added pressure of doubts about his mental strength, which would only increase as the final round drew nearer, is imo, quite simply incredible.
What we should also consider is that Tiger was a game changer, when he came along he had one huge advantage over the other players, obviously combined with his amazing talent . Sheer power. He was hitting the ball much further, and with greater consistency than everybody else. He completely shocked everybody in golf with his performances and general standard of play.
Courses had to be changed, technology had to be changed, players themselves had to change their whole approach, both mentally and physically to even have a reasonable chance of competing. The days of the fat golfer were gone forever, Woods transformed Golf into a game in which only professional athletes could now seriously compete.
What we see in McIlroy is the product of all those changes. Now all the players are hitting the ball longer, so McIlroy is now competing as an athlete, against athletes and the only reason he won this tournament was
talent. His consistency of ball striking and accuracy over the four days was quite simply a class above everybody else.
Looking at Woods demise, we are now witnessing imo a changing of the guard. There are players now who strike the ball as well as Woods, and just as far. It will be difficult for him to come back and win any more majors imo even if he regains his form of 2000.
What a performance by Rory, absolutely fantastic and thoroughly deserved. Well played Rory and bring on the Open!
Noticed your from Northern Ireland, narnar. Congratulations mate, you must be very happy tonight and probably pretty pissed too. Back to back Northern Irish US Open champions, unbelievable achievement and what a talent Rory McIlroy is!
Do you reckon you'll be turning in for work tomorrow?
Great performance, astounding. I was more astounded to see Shane McMahon standing there though.
Sorry, I was away working there, I appreciate the thoughts, THANKS EVERYONE
IMO this weekend may have been different had Tiger been playing. Statistically speaking, players often play better when he's not competing 'even if he's not in contention'. Not having Tiger playing against them is still a massive confidence boost for most players. As for his demise, he'll have another 5 majors before he retires.
Happy for Rory though. Will go along way to forging a winning mentality in to him so we don't get another Augusta. Well done lad!
That is touch and go right now. Tiger's dominance was always going to end fairly early in his career because of the strain his swing created on his body. He has had surgery on the same knee four times and that is going to take its toll in your mid thirties.
Tigers opportunities to win majors maybe limited with the rise of the likes of Rory and his own problems on and off the golf course.
can't see it tbh. 2 more max.
I think we'll see a more focused Tiger come back. If anything, Rory will help with his focus. Golf has lacked another alpha male for a while. Phil has dropped off in recent years and Scott, Badley and co never achieved their potential. But yes it will be interesting to see how Tiger comes back.
For me, he'll win a PGA championship, 2 Opens, a US Open and Masters.
Knee and Achillies problems will really limit what Tiger can do. It's been a fair few years since he won anything of note, and the field has certainly closed the gap on him.
great stuff from Rory...he did my hometown proud....the McIlroys are a solid bunch of people. Chuffed for them.
congrats rory...
I cannot say you are wrong, but i would be surprised if he were to win even one more major, as i have already stated, his era of dominance has resulted in producing players who strike the ball as well as he does and hit it just as far.
He simply has no advantage any more. Furthermore, his putting is no longer anywhere near the standard required. Too much mental trauma in my view, to reach that standard again.
He is starting to remind me of a Golfing version of Mike Tyson, unstoppable in his day, but after the death of a trusted confidante, has been gradually heading on a downward spiral from which he will probably never recover from.
Nice post...
Rory McIlroy: Reds are my club
What are your earliest memories of supporting United?
All my mum’s side of the family are United supporters – but my dad’s actually a City fan so we have a few rows in the house! My first memory is the FA Cup final in 1996. I remember the green and white that Liverpool wore and, of course, Cantona’s late winner.
How often are you able you get to Old Trafford?
The first time was when I was about 14 or 15, and we beat Liverpool again. I’m a season-ticket holder now, so I’ve been to a few games this season, and we’ve never lost when I’ve been there. I love to get over as much as I can although one of my favourite memories watching United was away from Old Trafford, at Anfield in fact, when John O’Shea scored in injury time at the Kop end.
How do you follow the team when you’re away on tour?
[Fellow Northern Irish golfer and deposed US Open champion] Graeme McDowell is a big United fan as well, so any time we’re away we try to catch the games together. I’ve spent a lot of time away from the golf course with Graeme in the past few years, and most of that time has been going to a bar somewhere in the world to watch United.
Who are your favourite United players?
Beckham was the big one for me growing up. Roy Keane was another hero – he was massive, and he has the Irish connection as well. I loved Gabriel Heinze when he was there and I love Patrice Evra now. I don’t know why I love Patrice so much, he just brings so much to the game. He gives a bit of an edge to it.
What’s the secret of the Reds’ success?
It’s almost a habit. United have had a great knack over the years of producing good football when they need to. It’s something that great players and great teams seem to do. And that’s what makes the difference between good players and great players.
What are your earliest memories of supporting United?
All my mum’s side of the family are United supporters – but my dad’s actually a City fan so we have a few rows in the house! My first memory is the FA Cup final in 1996. I remember the green and white that Liverpool wore and, of course, Cantona’s late winner.
How often are you able you get to Old Trafford?
The first time was when I was about 14 or 15, and we beat Liverpool again. I’m a season-ticket holder now, so I’ve been to a few games this season, and we’ve never lost when I’ve been there. I love to get over as much as I can although one of my favourite memories watching United was away from Old Trafford, at Anfield in fact, when John O’Shea scored in injury time at the Kop end.
How do you follow the team when you’re away on tour?
[Fellow Northern Irish golfer and deposed US Open champion] Graeme McDowell is a big United fan as well, so any time we’re away we try to catch the games together. I’ve spent a lot of time away from the golf course with Graeme in the past few years, and most of that time has been going to a bar somewhere in the world to watch United.
Who are your favourite United players?
Beckham was the big one for me growing up. Roy Keane was another hero – he was massive, and he has the Irish connection as well. I loved Gabriel Heinze when he was there and I love Patrice Evra now. I don’t know why I love Patrice so much, he just brings so much to the game. He gives a bit of an edge to it.
What’s the secret of the Reds’ success?
It’s almost a habit. United have had a great knack over the years of producing good football when they need to. It’s something that great players and great teams seem to do. And that’s what makes the difference between good players and great players.
Did I see Shane mc Mahon with him yesterday on course or was I seeing things.?
Yeah he was there, according to wiki: "he sits on the Board of Directions for International Sports Management representing talent such as Ernie Els and Rory McIlroy."
If I'm right, adjustable clubs are ok, but adjustments aren't allowed to be made to a club during a round. So really it's like having 7 or 8 different drivers, and you choose one before your round
Whatever the he'll that's for ？
I believe you are right, you can arrive at a tournament with as many clubs as you wish and you can adjust any club (within the designated parameters of the rules) in between rounds, but you can only choose 14 for a round and once you are on the tee, that is your lot. Even a faulty or broken club cannot be replaced or adjusted during a round. Exceeding 14 clubs, or adjusting any club from its original alignment during a round, results in immediate disqualification.
I love how most of the golfers are sticking it to Tiger in their praise for Rory. This is what spurs Tiger on, he gets extra motivation from people doubting him. I can bet he is working on something right now. Next time you all see him, mouths will gape.
Another great Irish hero! Well done Rory (& a Utd fan to boot! )
)Another great Irish hero! Well done Rory (& a Utd fan to boot!
I see on different news and radio that he's classed as Irish or Brittish or Northern Irish .
Which is it? Anyone know what he classes himself as?
I don't know too much about him.
Either way well done to him indeed. He was brilliant!
Pretty sure he sees himself as Northern Irish, but he's probably not bothered.
Will be an Andy Murray thing, where Scottish fans/press play up the Scottish thing, whereas British fans/press play up the British thing.
First McDowell and now McIlroy. Cannot believe it. What a fantastic performance. Putting our wee country on the map again. This kid is going to be a phenomenon.
Just need to find out details now of this homecoming bash. Its gonna be a messy one!
Just need to find out details now of this homecoming bash. Its gonna be a messy one!
Aye, looking forward to it. Will be brilliant for Northern Ireland
Incidentally, I work with a member of Holywood golf club, he was saying he has never seen half of the ones who were there last night before
Any idea when it is? I've been out of the country for the last week, only catchin up now.
Holywood will not know whats hit it!
Holywood will not know whats hit it!
Will he compete for Ireland or Britain in the Olympics?
Anyway, not that it matters. What matters is his his chances in The Open. Must be strong favourite now, especially as he grew up playing links courses.
Anyway, not that it matters. What matters is his his chances in The Open. Must be strong favourite now, especially as he grew up playing links courses.
No idea when it is. I still don't think golf should be at the olympics, or if it is, then keep it to amateurs like boxing.
In Rio 2016