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Rory McIlroy Embraces Career Grand Slam as He Prepares for PGA Championship

Fresh off his historic Masters win, McIlroy shifts focus to Quail Hollow, aiming to leverage his course expertise without imposing new targets.

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World number two Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland seeks a sixth career major triumph at the 107th PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, a course where he has won four PGA Tour titles
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Rory McIlroy is chasing major No 2 of the year after winning the Masters (Photo: Getty)

Overview

  • Rory McIlroy completed the career Grand Slam with his Masters victory, becoming only the sixth male golfer in history to achieve this feat.
  • The win ended an 11-year major drought, marking his fifth major title and placing him one behind Sir Nick Faldo in European major wins.
  • McIlroy has adopted a relaxed approach, viewing future achievements as a bonus and avoiding numerical goals to reduce pressure.
  • He is preparing for this week’s PGA Championship at Quail Hollow, a course where he has won four PGA Tour events, showcasing his dominance on long courses.
  • McIlroy’s decision to step back from PGA Tour governance roles signals a renewed focus on his game as he enjoys the culmination of a lifelong dream.