Apart From Earning a ‘Handshake From Jack’, Rory McIlroy Close to Creating $75,000,000 History

Jun 4, 2023 | 1:22 PM EDT

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In the world of golf, milestones are a testament to a player’s skill, consistency, and success. Rory McIlroy, the talented Northern Irishman, finds himself on the verge of a significant PGA Tour money milestone at the Memorial Tournament.

As he enters the final round sharing the lead with David Lipsky and Si Woo Kim at six under, McIlroy has several compelling reasons to strive for victory.

Determined journey of Rory McIlroy at the Memorial tournament

Firstly, a win at the Memorial Tournament would mark his 24th PGA Tour victory, while placing him in elite company alongside Gary Player and Dustin Johnson on the all-time victory list. This achievement would solidify McIlroy’s status as one of the game’s greats.

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Furthermore, it would be his inaugural triumph at Jack Nicklaus’ prestigious event held at Muirfield Village in Ohio. Where he has cultivated a personal relationship with the golfing legend himself. As the U.S. Open looms on the horizon, McIlroy understands the importance of building momentum heading into a major championship. A victory at the Memorial Tournament would provide the Northern Irishman with the necessary confidence and form to tackle the challenges that await.

However, there’s more at stake for the 34-year-old golfer. The winner’s share of the $3.6 million purse would propel McIlroy past a significant milestone: surpassing $75 million in career PGA Tour earnings! This remarkable feat would make him only the third player in history to achieve this financial milestone.

At the start of 2023, McIlroy’s career earnings stood at $68,064,549. With consistent performances and incremental progress, he has climbed to $72,114,057, by surpassing esteemed golfers like Vijay Singh and Jim Furyk in the all-time earnings list. A victory on Sunday would propel McIlroy’s earnings to an impressive $75,714,057, by surpassing Dustin Johnson and securing the coveted third spot on the all-time earnings list.

Chasing history: The unforgettable pursuit of a rare milestone

The PGA Tour Golfer took to Instagram to express that, He said, “I’ve played pretty well here over the years without really having a realistic chance to win. So to be able to walk up that hill from 18 and get that handshake from Jack would be pretty nice.”

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With a remarkable 2 under 70 in the third round, Rory McIlroy has catapulted himself six ranks higher in the PGA Tour event. Filled with optimism, McIlroy now sees a golden opportunity to claim the winner’s title at the 2023 Memorial. Winning would mean more than just a trophy for McIlroy. It would be the chance to receive a handshake from the legendary Jack Nicklaus himself, a moment he missed at the Arnold Palmer Invitational due to Palmer’s passing. Determined and focused, McIlroy is ready to execute his game plan and turn this dream into reality.

While Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods remain ahead of McIlroy by substantial margins. The Northern Irishman’s consistent rise in earnings is a testament to his exceptional talent and longevity in the sport. McIlroy’s potential achievement would also serve as a reminder. That success is not solely measured by financial gains but by the impact and legacy that a player leaves on the game.

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