Golf-McIlroy first to qualify for Team Europe at Ryder Cup


  • Golf
  • Tuesday, 17 Jun 2025

Jun 15, 2025; Oakmont, Pennsylvania, USA; Rory McIlroy plays his shot from the 12th tee during the final round of the U.S. Open golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

(Reuters) -Rory McIlroy became the first player to qualify for Europe for the 2025 Ryder Cup, the team announced on Monday, with the Masters champion set to make his eighth consecutive appearance in the biennial event.

McIlroy sealed his spot through the European Points List, a qualification pathway based on performances in DP World Tour and co-sanctioned events, as the Northern Irishman has enjoyed four victories so far since last August.

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