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“As an international sportsman, I am very lucky to be supported by people all over the world, many of who treat me as one of their own, no matter what their nationality, or indeed mine. This is the way sport should be.”

Quote by Rory McIlroy

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Rory McIlroy, born on May 4, 1989, is an Irish professional golfer renowned for his exceptional talent and mental toughness. He has shown remarkable skills since his youth, achieving significant success in international junior golf tournaments. As an adult, McIlroy quickly rose to the top of the professional golfing world. As of 2023, he has won four major championships (2011 U.S. Open, 2012 British Open, 2014 U.S. Open, and 2019 British Open) and has led various world rankings and money lists. more

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