Rory McIlroy blitzed Royal Portrush’s Dunluce Links with a course-record 11-under 61 in 2005. For many, it confirmed all the hype about McIlroy.

No matter what Rory McIlroy shoots or how he handles the media spotlight, one thing that remains untouchable is his career Grand Slam. It took 11 years for the Northern Irish man to finally break through.

After a decade-long chase, the Northern Irishman finally completed golf's career Grand Slam at Augusta — then experienced the psychological letdown that psychologists say commonly follows the achievement of a lifelong goal.

Speaking ahead of the Scottish Open, McIlroy said that longevity was an “under appreciated” part of an athletic career, and shouted out some fellow sporting veterans such as Novak Djokovic, who just advanced to the Wimbledon semifinals at 38.

The reigning Masters champion unveiled a shorter hairstyle Wednesday at The Renaissance Club in North Berwick, Scotland, following a restful few weeks at his new London-area home, where he took “time to reflect” and “rekindle [his] excitement” for the sport.

After his victory at the Masters, the star’s return to Northern Ireland for next week’s Open is sparking global interest

Rory McIlroy says he could’ve played in any era. That was his verdict after swinging a Persimmon driver like Hogan, Palmer and Nicklaus did.

Rory McIlroy is in northern Scotland for the Scottish Open, the final warm-up event ahead of The Open at St Andrews, and it's clear to see the world No. 2's star is as bright as ever