Tom McKibbin
McKibbin looking to pass McIlroy as Irish golf’s youngest two-time winner
Holywood’s Tom McKibbin can beat Rory McIlroy and become the youngest Irish golfer to win twice on the DP World Tour after an eight-under 64 left him just two shots behind clubhouse leader Matteo Manassero in the Jonsson Workwear Open in South Africa.
McIlroy looms large as 66 thrusts him into Irish Open contention
Rory McIlroy modestly contends he is not an intimidating figure, but he's now the favourite to win his second Horizon Irish Open after firing a six-under 66 to go into the final round just two shots behind Germany's Hurly Long at The K Club.
McIlroy not giving up on title chase as Sharma and Smith scorch clear at The K Club
They don't call Rory McIlroy box office gold for nothing, but he plans to rein in his power today and try and plot his way back into contention for a repeat victory at The K Club in the Horizon Irish Open after a rollercoaster finish to his second round.