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Khaleej Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Khaleej Times
Rory McIlroy returns to Yas Island with eyes on historic seventh Race to Dubai title
Rory McIlroy will return to the Middle East this November chasing more than just another title - this time he has history firmly in his sights. The reigning Masters Champion and five-time Major winner has confirmed his return to Yas Links for the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, taking place November 6–9, where he'll tee it up in the first leg of the DP World Tour Play-Offs. It's the start of a two-week sprint that could see McIlroy clinch a record-equalling seventh Race to Dubai title. The 2025 season has already been monumental for McIlroy. By capturing his long-awaited Green Jacket at Augusta, he became the first European ever to complete the career Grand Slam, adding it to his previous wins at the U.S. Open (2011), PGA Championships (2012, 2014), and The Open (2014). Now, he sets his sights on another slice of history, a fourth consecutive Race to Dubai title, with momentum clearly on his side. 'I love ending the season in the Middle East,' McIlroy said. 'I've started the year well and I've got a good record at Yas Links, so hopefully I can continue doing what I'm doing and give myself a chance of finishing the season strongly and having a shot of getting another Race to Dubai under my belt.' Setting the Stage for a Showdow n Staged by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council and DP World Tour, the tournament kicks off the Play-Off series and is the penultimate Rolex Series event on the calendar. Only the top 70 players in the Race to Dubai rankings will qualify to play in Abu Dhabi - a cut reserved for golf's elite. Aref Hamad Al Awani, General Secretary of Abu Dhabi Sports Council, stated: 'Abu Dhabi has firmly established itself as a world-class golfing destination by hosting internationally recognised tournaments that attract elite players from around the globe. 'We are proud to welcome Rory McIlroy, one of the sport's greatest talents, to the 2025 edition.' Yas Links, now in its fourth year as the tournament venue, is quickly becoming one of the most iconic stops on the global golf circuit. Last year's dramatic edition saw England's Paul Waring win his maiden Rolex Series title. Why This Event Matters This isn't just another golf tournament. The Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship is more than a launchpad to the DP World Tour finale - it's an economic engine, a global tourism showcase, and a celebration of sport at its finest. 'Hosting global sporting events reflects Abu Dhabi Sports Council's commitment to enhancing both the local and international sports landscape,' Al Awani added. 'These events highlight the UAE's proven capabilities in organising large-scale tournaments and reinforce our reputation as a trusted destination for world-class sports competitions.' Tickets Now on Sale Tickets for the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship are officially on sale, with general admission free for the first two days and discounted early bird pricing starting at just AED 50 for the weekend. Premium experiences, including the Bar on Nine and the Championship Chalet on the 18th green, are also available for fans seeking five-star hospitality. The Championship Chalet includes air-conditioned luxury, panoramic views of the 18th, and world-class F&B offerings, starting from AED 1,680. McIlroy's presence will no doubt be a headline act, but with the top 70 players in the Race to Dubai battling for a spot in the top 50, and entry to the season-ending DP World Tour Championship in Dubai - expect the stakes to be sky high.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Scottie Scheffler's Wife Meredith Scheffler Gets Strong Message From PGA Tour Golfer
Scottie Scheffler's Wife Meredith Scheffler Gets Strong Message From PGA Tour Golfer originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Scottie Scheffler's wife Meredith Scheffler was a fan of the PGA Tour star long before the golfer was rising up leaderboards. Meredith and the couple's son Bennett have become fan favorites given their constant presence at PGA Tour tournaments. Advertisement Scottie is now a two-time Masters champion and recently reflected on his anxiety before ultimately winning his first green jacket in 2022. The PGA Tour golfer admitted to "crying a lot" ahead of the final round, but it was Meredith who was a calming presence. "I've worked my whole life to have a chance to win the Masters, and I was a bit overwhelmed," Scottie told Rolex during a May 19, interview. "I remember crying a lot. Just because I was able to sit there with my wife. She's my biggest supporter. She knows me better than anybody." Scottie Scheffler poses for a photo with his wife Meredith and son Bennett after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament at Quail Dedmon-Imagn Images "She saw me go from being a fairly anonymous player on the (PGA Tour) to being No. 1 in the world. And going to have a chance to win my first major," Scottie continued. "She kind of reminded me why I go out to play. If I lost that day, she loves me the same. It's the same for my family, and I get emotional because I really believe that." Advertisement The high school sweethearts have been married since Dec. 4, 2020. Their longtime relationship dates back to their time at Highland Park High School in Dallas, Texas. Now that Scottie has won three majors, hopefully the anxiety has subsided before marquee rounds. Regardless, Scottie's relationship with his wife Meredith while raising their son Bennett continues to be a major part of his success. Related: Scottie Scheffler, Wife Meredith Celebrate Family Milestone With Seven-Word Message This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
BreakingNews.ie
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BreakingNews.ie
Jack Nicklaus remains ‘big fan' of Rory McIlroy despite Memorial Tournament miss
Jack Nicklaus admitted he was surprised that Rory McIlroy was not competing in his Memorial Tournament this week, but insisted he remained 'a big fan' of the Masters champion. McIlroy is skipping Nicklaus' annual event at Muirfield Village for the first time since 2017, meaning he will not have contested three of the PGA Tour's Signature Events so far this season. Advertisement The world number two did not enter the season-opening Sentry tournament in Hawaii and also passed on the RBC Heritage, although that was the week after winning the Masters to join Nicklaus as one of just six players to have completed a career grand slam. Asked at his traditional pre-tournament press conference for his reaction to McIlroy's absence, Nicklaus said: 'Yeah, it surprised me. 'But, you know, guys have got schedules and got things they do. And, you know, I haven't talked to him for him to tell me why or why not. It's just his call. 'I made a lot of calls that I had to make when I played to play or not play and sometimes it wasn't as popular as people thought it was. But, you know, sometimes you have to make those calls. Advertisement 'I don't hold anything against Rory for that. He did what he likes to play. I know he likes to play so many in a row. 'He likes to play the week before a US Open. And so he…that's what he's doing. So, you know, I really don't have a comment on it. 'It's very difficult, very difficult. I mean, I'm a big Rory fan, I always have been. I'm sure that I will remain that way. I just, I was a little surprised, yes.' Nicklaus had lunch with McIlroy ahead of the Masters and gave his seal of approval to the Northern Irishman's shot-by-shot plan to tackle Augusta National, a plan which ultimately paid off with a play-off victory over Justin Rose following a rollercoaster final round. Advertisement 'After the Masters I dropped him a note and I told him, 'I don't think anybody's won by having four double bogeys',' Nicklaus added. 'And I said, 'but that just showed me how much talent you have to overcome that to win and how you played some unbelievably spectacular shots, such as the iron at seven that he hit over the tree that actually hit the tree'. McIlroy (pictured) is skipping Nicklaus's annual event at Muirfield Village for the first time since 2017 (David J Phillip/AP) 'The phenomenal iron he hit at 15, the shot he hit at 17. Then, of course, to miss that little short putt at 18…which was not very good. But he played some bad shots. The shot he hit at 13 (into Rae's Creek), I can't believe. 'But anyway, you know, I was very happy for him. It was a great win and it got the monkey off his back. And to me, the monkey was not the grand slam. The monkey was the Masters. Advertisement 'Now, the Grand Slam was a product of winning the Masters. If you ask him which was more important, I think he would have to say the Masters. That's because it was.'
BBC News
26-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Cabrera wins second senior major in seven days
Angel Cabrera won the Senior PGA Championship at Congressional to secure his second senior major title in seven 55-year-old from Argentina followed his win at the Regions Tradition on Monday with victory in the 2007 US Open winner and 2009 Masters champion, overhauled Padraig Harrington in the closing holes to win by one Harrington ended in a tie for second place with Denmark's Thomas Bjorn, another former European Ryder Cup player and April, Cabrera missed the cut in his first appearance at the Masters for six years following his release from was found guilty in 2021 of charges which included assault and intimidation of former was released in August 2023 after serving 30 months in South American prisons, and has apologised in subsequent interviews., external
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Taylor Ward's go-ahead grand slam (14)
Career Grand Slam winner, Rory McIlroy, gets shown a lot of love from Philly faithful The defending Masters champion took some time to sign autographs for fans after his final round at the Truist Grand Slam winner, Rory McIlroy, gets shown a lot of love from Philly faithful originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia 0:26 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
