Rory’s Kiawah Triumph Echoes to This Day - LITE

Publication by EssentiallySports

May 08, 2026 | Edition #258

 👋 Hey Golf Fans,

We’re back with our PGA Championship special series. Today, we shine the spotlight on the 2012 PGA Championship. A young Rory arrived in South Carolina with one major under his belt. He left Kiawah with his second and as a future Grand Slam winner. We hope you enjoy this read.

In tomorrow’s edition: The iconic 2000 PGA Championship.

Onward…

The Northern Irishman set the tone for what’s to come in the next few years.

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A Father’s Embrace: Gerry McIlroy hugs son Rory after the victory.

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Rory McIlroy won his first two majors by a combined 16 strokes.

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