Rory McIlroy — news, form and where to watch
Rory McIlroy is one of golf's biggest names: a Northern Irish pro who’s been world No. 1 and has multiple major wins. If you follow golf, you want to know how he’s playing, which events he’s entered, and what to expect when he tees off. This page collects updates, results and quick analysis so you don’t miss anything important.
What to look for this season
Form can swing fast in golf. Watch Rory’s driving distance and accuracy first — that sets up his scoring. When his iron play and short game click, low rounds follow. Also check his week-to-week schedule: he often chooses events that prepare him for major championships and team competitions like the Ryder Cup. Pay attention to tournament course type too. Links-style setups ask very different questions of Rory than parkland layouts.
Results matter, but context matters more. A top-20 at a strong field event or a close call in a major tells you more about his game than a missed cut at a weaker event. Look at trends across three to five tournaments: are his putting numbers improving? Is he hitting more greens in regulation? Those small shifts often predict a big week.
How to follow Rory — broadcasts and online
Want live action? Major broadcasters carry big tournaments: Golf Channel, NBC, Sky Sports and local networks depending on your country. Streaming services that carry those channels are the easiest way to watch on phones or smart TVs. For shorter updates, follow his official social accounts where he posts practice clips, travel notes and short interviews. Tournament apps also give live scoring and shot-by-shot tracking — great for keeping up when you can’t watch live.
If you’re tracking betting markets or fantasy golf, check tee times and weather forecasts the day before. Wind and rain change everything on scoring lines, especially on coastal links courses where Rory has historically been strong.
Want a quick guide on coverage? On tournament weekends look for early-coverage streams, featured groups in afternoon TV windows, and final-round blocks that show leaderboard pressure. Post-round interviews and highlights tell you how he felt about key holes and decisions.
Bookmark this tag page and check back for match reports, previews and any breaking news about Rory McIlroy. We’ll add results, quotes and context so you can follow his run into the next big event without hunting across the web.
If there's a specific event you want coverage for — say the next major or a big PGA Tour stop — tell us and we’ll prioritize previews, live notes and a short guide on what to expect from Rory that week.
Rory McIlroy Stumbles Early at 2025 PGA Championship Amid Pressure to Perform
Rory McIlroy kicked off the 2025 PGA Championship with a tough first round at Quail Hollow, posting a three-over 74. His game was shaky, especially with the driver and putter, leaving him far behind the leaders. In round two, McIlroy fought back with a solid 69, keeping his hopes alive.