Now for a Major title says Rory

RORY MCILROY targeted a Major win in 2023 after becoming the first player to finish a season as DP World Tour No.1, world No.1, and Fedex Cup champion.

Victory for Jon Rahm (below) at the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai saw Mcilroy add the title of best player on the former European Tour to his global domination. Matt Fitzpatrick needed a top-two finish to have a realistic chance of topping the rankings but the US Open champion closed with a 73 to finish tied for fifth with Tommy Fleetwood (69). Mcilroy (above) finished fourth with his 68.

The Ulsterman, 33, called himself a “model of consistency” after finishing in the top 12 in all 10 events on the DP World Tour – including the four Majors.

But his last Major win remains the 2014 US PGA and he will make his ninth attempt to complete his career Grand Slam at the Masters in April.

“I am really excited about 2023,” said Mcilroy. “It’s been a fantastic year both sides of the Pond. It’s an amazing achievement to win this tour and finish the year as world No.1. But to do it in America as well is very cool.

“What’s next? Hopefully a Major championship. If I can keep playing the way I am playing, hopefully I will give myself the chance to do that.”