Royal liverpool golf club
McIlroy destined for greatness
Misfortunes and disappointments almost deterred McIlroy from playing an impressive game.
Gerry McIlroy had placed a 500-1 bet on his son a decade ago to land the coveted Claret Jug within 10 years.
Rory McIlroy began the day six shots clear and increased his lead to seven strokes with a birdie at the first.
Rory McIlroy has won the 143rd Open Championship at the Royal Liverpool Golf Club.
Tiger Woods endured a difficult final round at the Open Championship, carding a 3 over par 75.
64-year-old Tom Watson carded a four under par 68 in his final round at the Open Championship.
Rory McIlroy's father Gerry stands to cash in on a 10-year wager if his son wins the Open.
Italian golfer Matteo Manassero had his caddy to thank for turning around his poor form in the 3rd round.
Tiger Woods says he made too many silly mistakes in his 3rd round one over par 73 at the Open Championship.
The rain falling at the Royal Liverpool Golf Club affected more than just the players during the 3rd Round.
American Rickie Fowler is breathing down Rory McIlroy's neck at the 2014 Open Championship.
Northern Irishman Michael Hoey withdrew after seven holes of the 2nd round.
Rory McIlroy shot a 6 under par first round 66 to top the leaderboard at the 2014 Open Championship.
Ernie Els, Phil Mickelson and Bubba Watson all struggled on the opening day of the 2014 Open Championship.
Former European number one Robert Karlsson set a sizzling early pace at the British Open.