Sports9/7/2025•The Guardian
Rory McIlroy savours home win after thrilling Irish Open playoff victory
Rory McIlroy, the world's No. 2 golfer, won the Irish Open for the second time in his career after a thrilling playoff victory against Joakim Lagergren. McIlroy's triumph at the tournament comes just months after he completed the career Grand Slam by winning the Masters in April. The playoff was a closely contested affair, with both players making eagles on the 72nd hole to force the extra holes. After two tied birdie fours, Lagergren's mistake on the third playoff hole allowed McIlroy to clinch the victory with two putts. McIlroy expressed his delight at being able to win in front of his home crowd, describing it as a "pretty cool year" for him.
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