Rory McIlroy's 2025 season will be remembered as one of the best in his career, culminating in a seventh Race to Dubai title despite a heartbreaking playoff loss to Matt Fitzpatrick at the DP World Tour Championship. McIlroy entered the final round with a significant lead but faced fierce competition from Fitzpatrick, who ultimately triumphed in a nail-biting finish.
McIlroy's year included a historic victory at the Masters, completing his career Grand Slam, and leading Team Europe to a Ryder Cup victory in New York. His performance throughout the season has solidified his status as one of the top players in the game.
Despite the disappointment of losing in Dubai, McIlroy expressed pride in his achievements and acknowledged the support he received from fans and fellow players. With this title, he surpasses Seve Ballesteros for the second-most season-long titles in European Tour history, now only one behind Colin Montgomerie.
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