Jon Rahm vs Rory McIlroy
Jon Rahm vs Rory McIlroy: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Jon Rahm and Rory McIlroy?
Rahm and McIlroy have faced off in numerous high-stakes tournaments, including major championships. Their contrasting styles make for an exciting rivalry, with both players pushing each other to excel.
Jon Rahm
Key numbers
- Professional wins24
- Major championships2
- PGA Tour wins11
- European Tour wins10
- LIV Golf wins4
Top honours
- U.S. OpenWon in 2021
- Masters TournamentWon in 2023
- Mark H. McCormack Medal2015
- Sir Henry Cotton Rookie of the Year2017
- European Tour Race to Dubai winner2019
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Rory McIlroy
Key numbers
- Professional wins45
- Major championships6
- PGA Tour wins30
- European Tour wins21
- Highest ranking1
Top honours
- PGA Tour Player of the Year2012, 2013, 2014, 2018, 2019
- Byron Nelson Award2012, 2013, 2014, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022
- European Tour Golfer of the Year2012, 2014, 2015
- PGA Tour FedEx Cup winner2016, 2019, 2022
- Masters TournamentWon in 2025, 2026