'Double bogey calmed my nerves': McIlroy reflects on nerve-shredding epic Masters win
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"I didn't aim for the creek': Rory McIlroy reflects on nerve-shredding epic Masters win, comments on 13th hole capitulation
Rory McIlroy admits he began the final round of his epic Masters win feeling "unbelievably nervous" before closing it out in a playoff with Justin Rose.
Apr 14, 09:33
Rory McIlroy leads defiant Bryson DeChambeau ahead of final-round Masters showdown
Rory McIlroy holds a two-shot lead over Bryson Dechambeau after a Masters third round where both showcased their brilliance at Augusta.
Apr 13, 00:24
The Masters 2025 predictions: Who could challenge Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler for the Green Jacket at Augusta?
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at some of the players who could claim the illustrious Green Jacket at Augusta National in the 2025 Masters.
Apr 9, 15:32
Can you name every multiple Masters winner?
Following Scottie Scheffler's second Masters title in 2024, Sports Mole challenges you to name every multiple winner at Augusta.
Apr 6, 11:07
Rory McIlroy breezes to Players Championship playoff triumph over J.J. Spaun
Rory McIlroy wins his second Players Championship title with a comfortable playoff victory over J.J. Spaun on Monday.
Mar 17, 14:11
Rory McIlroy, J.J. Spaun face Players Championship playoff after nerve-shredding final round
Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun will contest a Players Championship playoff on Monday after a dramatic final round at a wet Sawgrass.
Mar 16, 23:44
Tiger Woods reveals new injury setback ahead of the Players Championship, will he miss the Masters?
Tiger Woods undergoes surgery on a ruptured Achilles suffered at home, putting his entire 2025 season in serious doubt.
Mar 12, 00:49
England's Dale Whitnell hits two hole-in-ones at South African Open on the DP World Tour
England's Dale Whitnell achieves the remarkable feat of hitting two hole-in-ones during the second round of the South African Open.
Feb 28, 15:16
Scottie Scheffler injures hand while preparing Christmas dinner, undergoes surgery
World number one Scottie Scheffler faces a period on the sidelines after injuring his hand while preparing Christmas dinner.
Dec 27, 22:11
Sergio Garcia on brink of DP World Tour return to make Ryder Cup bid
Ryder Cup legend Sergio Garcia is seemingly on the brink of returning to the DP World Tour to make a bid to make the European team for the 2025 event at Bethpage Black.
Nov 19, 10:03
Rory McIlroy seals sixth Race to Dubai title with victory at DP World Tour Championship
Rory McIlroy claims his sixth Race to Dubai crown with victory at the DP World Tour Championship on Sunday.
Nov 17, 12:34
Billy Horschel beats Rory McIlroy in playoff to win BMW PGA Championship
Billy Horschel claims his second BMW PGA Championship, edging out Rory McIlroy in a pulsating playoff at Wentworth.
Sep 22, 19:14
Preview: BMW PGA Championship - predictions, course guide, preview
Sports Mole previews the latest edition of the BMW PGA Championship, which gets underway at Wentworth on Thursday.
Sep 18, 11:15
England's Aaron Rai wins Wyndham Championship after Max Greyserman collapse
England's Aaron Rai finally gets over the line in a PGA Tour event with victory at the Wyndham Championship.
Aug 12, 10:33
Fleetwood forced to settle for silver at Olympics as Scheffler wins gold in Paris
Scottie Scheffler claims yet another notable crown with victory at the Olympic Games, edging out Great Britain's Tommy Fleetwood into the silver-medal position.
Aug 4, 17:44
Xander Schauffele goes low on Sunday to win 2024 Open
Xander Schauffele produces one of the all-time best final rounds at The Open to win the 2024 edition at Royal Troon.
Jul 21, 18:46
Billy Horschel holds Open lead after third round at wet Royal Troon
Billy Horschel holds a one-shot lead after the third round of the Open Championship at Royal Troon, albeit with six players directly on his tail.
Jul 20, 20:47
Paris Olympics 2024: The best athletes to look out for in each sport
Sports Mole looks at the best athletes to keep an eye out for in all 32 sports at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Jul 17, 13:41
Tee-times revealed for first round of 2024 Open Championship
The tee-times for the first round of the 2024 Open Championship have been revealed, with the world's top players spread among the early and late starters.
Jul 16, 12:52
Preview: 2024 Open Championship - predictions, course guide, preview
Sports Mole previews the 152nd edition of the Open Championship at Royal Troon, which gets underway on Thursday.
Jul 16, 12:00
