Rory Beats Jack & Tiger to Historic Feat - LITE

November 21, 2025

Nov 21, 2025 | Edition #109

👋 Hey Golf Fans,

You’d think Tiger and Jack put padlocks on every Major record in golf. Turns out Rory McIlroy has quietly tiptoed past both of them in one regard. And by a wide margin. Find out the rare feat that puts Rory in his own lane, along with Justin Thomas’s heartfelt message, Phil’s generosity, and more.

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Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and Rory McIlroy
Rory McIlroy Outclasses Tiger & Jack With a Rare Career Milestone

The Ulsterman has strung together a unique and rare record in the majors that no player in the history of the game has ever achieved.

As you read above, McIlroy’s staggering consistency in majors has left everyone behind. We’re curious to know…

Do You Think Rory Will Play Competitive Golf Longer than Tiger and Jack?

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Wednesday’s Results: 80.95% of you said joining LIV Golf harms golfers’ long-term career prospects.

Lorena Ochoa was inducted as an Honorary Member of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews yesterday. The LPGA legend, who retired at the early age of 28, won her first major at the Home of Golf in 2007. Ochoa has been a World Golf Hall of Famer since 2017.

Can you guess the course?

Hint: It has one of the shortest holes in the PGA Tour rota.

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Wednesday’s Wordle: Waggle.

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