Rory McIlroy was born in Northern Ireland on May 4th, 1989.
His highest ranking was No. 1 as of March 4th, 2012 for 106 weeks.
“Since turning professional at 18, I have travelled the world playing the game that I loved and considered myself a global player. As the World No. 1 right now, I wish to be a positive role model and a sportsperson that people respect, and enjoying watching.”- Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy- Golfer (Nitty Gritty)
“My mom and dad worked very hard to give me the best chance in – not just in golf but in life. You know, I was an only child, you know, my dad worked three jobs at one stage. My mom worked night shifts in a factory.”- Rory McIlroy
“I have always said I will try and answer questions honestly. I don’t want to change that about myself. I think people appreciate that about me.”- Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy- Golfer (What sets him apart)
“To be a top-class athlete, you have to train hard, you have to eat right, you have to get enough rest. I feel the way golf is going nowadays, you have to treat yourself as an athlete.”- Rory McIlroy
“It is never easy to win but it is a lot easier to win when you play well. The key is winning golf tournaments when you are not playing so well. Managing your game is something that I feel that I am still learning to do.”- Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy- Golfer (Final Thoughts)
“As long as I keep enjoying my golf, then hopefully I’ll be able to play well.”- Rory McIlroy
“It’s incredible, ridiculous really, isn’t it? You realise you can make more money on the golf tour in one week than some people make in a lifetime.”- Rory McIlroy
