Here's what to know about McIlroy's roots, from his hometown and upbringing, to his young golf career before he emerged as one of the best players in the world. McIlroy was born in Holywood, County Down, Northern Ireland in 1989. His father was also from Holywood, while his mother was from Lurgan, County Armagh.

Rory McIlroy celebrated his sixth AGW Golfer of the Year award in his iconic green jacket ahead of his Open Championship fight.

A two-story mural depicting a precocious Rory McIlroy in 2012 has seen such better days that you can barely tell it is the Grand Slam golfer anymore

Fred Warren was one of the first college coaches to recruit heavily from Europe. And he nearly snagged a young McIlroy.

Rory McIlroy attended the Association of Golf Writers dinner on Tuesday evening and was decked out in green — Masters green.

By the time Rory McIlroy finished his first practice round for the British Open at Royal Portrush, a big crowd that weathered rain and sunshine was waiting to see him finish.

Jason Sobel on the oldest tradition at the Open Championship, betting, and how it is more enjoyable than ever.