Summary
Rory McIlroy won the Irish Open after a tense play-off against Joakim Lagergren. This victory at the K Club marked his first win since completing a career Grand Slam in April at the Masters.
Key Facts
- Rory McIlroy won the Irish Open in a dramatic play-off.
- He defeated Joakim Lagergren on the third extra hole.
- McIlroy holed a 25-foot eagle putt on the 72nd hole to tie the score and force the play-off.
- This victory is McIlroy's first since completing a career Grand Slam at the Masters in April.
- McIlroy won the Irish Open for the second time, his first win being nine years ago.
- The win marked McIlroy's fourth victory of the year.
- Both players birdied the first two play-off holes, but Lagergren found water on the third.
