McIlroy back on top

Golf’s world number one spot has changed hands for the fifth time in just over two months.

McIlroy back on top
Mon, 07 May, 2012 - 10:17

Golf’s world number one spot has changed hands for the fifth time in just over two months.

Rory McIlroy starts his third reign at the top after being involved in a play-off for the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow.

You have reached your article limit. Already a subscriber? Sign in

Continue reading for €5

Unlock unlimited access and exclusive benefits

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Walker Cup captain Robertson says there's place in team for South of Ireland champion Walker Cup captain Robertson says there's place in team for South of Ireland champion
Tiger Woods Tiger Woods keen to play Masters after return to action in TGL finals defeat
Scottie Scheffler Scottie Scheffler withdraws from Houston Open, Séamus Power joins field
CourtsGolfHeathrowPlace: Quail HollowPlace: SevillePerson: McIlroyPerson: Rory McIlroyPerson: Rickie FowlerPerson: Francesco MolinariPerson: Luke DonaldPerson: Lee WestwoodPerson: Bubba WatsonPerson: Hunter MahanPerson: Steve StrickerPerson: Tiger WoodsPerson: Martin KaymerPerson: Webb SimpsonPerson: Phil MickelsonPerson: Justin RosePerson: Adam ScottPerson: Louis OosthuizenPerson: Charl SchwartzelPerson: Jason DayPerson: Matt KucharPerson: Dustin JohnsonPerson: Graeme McDowellPerson: Bill HaasPerson: Jason DufnerPerson: Sergio GarciaPerson: Peter HansonPerson: Ian PoulterPerson: Thomas BjornPerson: Carl PetterssonPerson: Simon DysonPerson: Martin LairdPerson: Alvaro QuirosPerson: Robert KarlssonPerson: Paul LawriePerson: Anders HansenPerson: Fredrik JacobsonPerson: Paul CaseyPerson: Nicolas ColsaertsPerson: Gonzalo Fernandez-CastanoPerson: Miguel Angel JimenezPerson: Robert RockPerson: Matteo ManasseroPerson: Rafael Cabrera BelloPerson: Darren ClarkePerson: Pablo LarrazabalPerson: Michael HoeyPerson: Alexander NorenPerson: Joost LuitenPerson: Richie RamsayPerson: Padraig HarringtonPerson: Brian DavisPerson: Stephen GallacherEvent: Wells Fargo ChampionshipEvent: Spanish Open
<p>A giant golf ball being installed at King John's Castle for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare. Pic: Eamon Ward</p>

Europe Chief Ryder Cup officer praises early excitement levels for 2027 edition in Adare

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Latest

IE Golf

 IElogo
LONGREADS

Ireland's Top 10 Hidden Gems

Ten of the best golf courses in Ireland that too few people know about.

Read Here

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited