Rory McIlroy holds back the tears as he shares special moment with his family after equalling Seve Ballesteros' record
Rory McIlroy fought back the tears as he brought the curtain down on a challenging year with victory at the DP World Tour Championship to secure the Race to Dubai title.
McIlroy suffered further final round heartache at the Irish Open and the BMW PGA Championship. Away from the golf course, McIlroy has also found things tough too. In May it was revealed that the six-time Race to Dubai champion filed for divorce from his wife Erica, with the announcement of the break down of their marriage coming the week of the PGA Championship.
"It means a lot," said McIlroy in an interview with Sky Sports after his round. "I've been through a lot this year, professionally and personally, and it feels like the fitting end to 2024. I've persevered this year a lot, had close calls, wasn't able to get it done, so to be able to get over the line."
After being presented with his trophies McIlroy paid thanks to his family once again. he said: "I had my family here this week, Erica and Poppy. I love you, thanks for sticking by me and for your support. I can't wait to go to Ireland and celebrate this properly."
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