Hojgaard charges past Rory for Irish Open title
Danish sensation Rasmus Hojgaard emerged victorious from a thrilling Irish Open, snatching the title from former world number one Rory McIlroy in a stunning final round.
Hojgaard, just 21, carded a flawless 62 on Sunday to seize a one-shot triumph over McIlroy. The young Dane played with poise and precision, seizing control early with three birdies on the front nine. McIlroy, chasing his first Irish Open crown since 2016, fought valiantly but could not match Hojgaard’s relentless charge.
With this victory, Hojgaard becomes the first Danish golfer to win the Irish Open. He now sets his sights on bigger challenges, having proven his mettle against some of golf’s finest.
