Rory McIlroy is a Northern Irish professional golfer. He is the current world no. 1 with 35 pro wins, including 4 major titles. Rory currently plays on the PGA and European Tours.
Let’s take a look at Rory McIlory’s net worth, salary, earnings, career, wife, and detailed information.
Biography of Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy was born on May 4, 1989, in County Down, Northern Ireland. Rory’s father is Gregg McIlory, who was a fine golfer.
He taught his son to play golf. He was the world no. 1 amateur in 2007, at age 17, before turning pro that year.
Major Tournament’s Record
Rory McIlroy has 35 professional wins, including 4 major titles.
- U.S. Open: 2011
- PGA Championship: 2012, 2014
- The Open Championship: 2014
McIlroy won his first major in 2011, in the U.S. Open at the Congressional Country Club in Bethesda, Maryland.
He set the record for the lowest 72-hole total of 268 and the lowest under par of -16. He beat Jason Day by 8 strokes to win the title.
His second major title came in 2012 at the PGA Championship at Kiawah Island, South Carolina. In the final round, Rory hit a bogey-free 66 (-6) to win 8 strokes over David Lynn.
He won the PGA Championship major again in 2014 at Valhalla in Louisville. He scored 16-under-par to win by a stroke over Phil Mickelson.
Rory McIlroy won another major in 2014, the Open Championship at Royal Liverpool Golf Club in Merseyside. He scored -17 to finish 2 strokes ahead of Rickie Fowler and Sergio Garcia.
Rory McIlroy became the first European to win three different majors. He also became one of only three players to win 4 major titles by age 25, joining Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods.
Rory McIlroy in The Masters Tournament
Rory McIlroy is one short of winning all four major titles, and that is The Master’s Tournament.
However, the Northern Irishman finished runner-up in the 2022 Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. He finished 7 under par, 3 strokes behind the winner, Scottie Scheffler.
Rory entered the final round 10 strokes behind Scheffler. He hit an impressive 8-under-par 64 in the final round to finish 3 strokes behind.
Rory McIlroy’s Net Worth and Earnings
Rory McIlroy’s net worth is $170 million as of 2024. The 33-year-old is the second richest golfer in the world.
According to Forbes, he earned $52 million in 2020, only behind Tiger Woods’ $62 million. By winning three FedEx Cups (2012, 2016, and 2022), he earned a whopping $43 million bonus money.
The Northern Irishman has over $102 million in career earnings on the PGA Tour. Interestingly, the 33-year-old earns more money from endorsements and sponsorship deals.
He earns an estimated $35 million yearly only from endorsements.
Endorsements
Northern Irish golfer Rory is endorsed by TaylorMade, Workday, Nike, NBC Sports, Omega, Optum, Titleist, FootJoy, Jumeirah, Oakley, Bose, and EA Sports.
He signed a 10-year contract with TaylorMade in 2017, earning him $10m yearly. His contract with Nike is also worth $10m yearly.
Personal Details
| Full Name | Rory McIlroy |
| Nickname | Rors, Wee-Mac |
| Father | Gerry McIlory |
| Mother | Rosie McDonald |
| Born | 4 May 1989 |
| Birthplace | County Down, Northern Ireland |
| Nationality | Northern Irish |
| Age | 33 |
| Height | 175 cm (5 ft 9 in) |
| Current Tour | European Tour and PGA |
| Professional Wins | 35 |
| Major Title | 4 |
| Net Worth | $170 million |
| Highest Ranking | 1 |
| Relationship | Married |
| Spouse | Erica Stoll |
| Children | 1 |
| Wife’s Insta | @egm290 |
| @rorymcilory |
Wife
Erica Stoll is the lovely wife of world no. 1 golfer Rory McIlroy. Erica is a former PGA of America employee.
The couple started dating in 2015 and engaged in December of that year. They tied the knot in 2017. They have a daughter, Poppy Kennedy McIlory.
Age
Born on May 4, 1989, he is years old.
Height
Rory is 175 cm (5 ft 9 in) tall.
Nickname
His nicknames are Rors and Wee-Mac.
FAQs
What is Rory McIlory’s Net Worth in 2024?
Rory McIlroy’s net worth is $170 million as of 2024.
How many major titles did he win?
He won 4 major titles – U.S. Open (2011), PGA Championship (2012, 2014), and the Open Championship (2014).
