Rory McIlroy ends his year with another win in Dubai and a 6th title as Europe's best
Rory McIlroy has capped off a tumultuous year with another win in Dubai and another title as Europe's No. 1 player
By AP News
Published - Nov 17, 2024, 10:08 AM ET
Last Updated - Dec 16, 2024, 05:21 PM EST
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Rory McIlroy ended a tumultuous year packed with emotion on and off the golf course with a pair of trophies and plenty of tears.
McIlroy broke a tie with Rasmus Hojgaard by hitting wedge to a foot for birdie on the 16th hole, and he closed with a 3-under 69 for a two-shot victory Sunday in the World Tour Championship. He also captured his sixth title as Europe's No. 1 player.
And then the 35-year-old from Northern Ireland couldn't speak, choked up with emotion as he contemplated the wins and losses, and everything else in between.
“I’ve been through a lot this year, professionally and personally,” McIlroy said. “It feels like the fitting end to 2024. I’ve persevered this year a lot.”
