Rory McIlroy back on top of the world after claiming CJ Cup crown

The 33-year-old carded a final-day 67 which included seven birdies to see off the challenge of America’s Kurt Kitayama by a single shot despite bogeying the final two holes

WORLD NUMBER ONE: Rory McIlroy held his nerve to climbed to the top of the world rankings by retaining his CJ Cup title in South Carolina. Pic: Stephen B. Morton/AP

Rory McIlroy re-established himself as world number one with a 23rd PGA Tour victory at the CJ Cup in South Carolina.

The 33-year-old defending champion carded a final-day 67 which included seven birdies to see off the challenge of America’s Kurt Kitayama by a single shot despite bogeying the final two holes.