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Rory McIlroy seeks first win at Memorial Tournament this week

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Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Rory McIlroy seeks first win at Memorial Tournament this week

Summary

Rory McIlroy participates in the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village this week. Despite 13 previous appearances, McIlroy has yet to claim victory at this PGA Tour event. He attributes his struggles partly to the course layout, which he feels hinders his driving success. The tournament serves as an important test ahead of upcoming major championships.

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By the Numbers

•McIlroy has played the Memorial Tournament 13 times without a win.
•He has finished in the top five twice and missed the cut twice.
•The course layout has been a challenge for McIlroy's driving strategy.
•Muirfield Village has a history of tough winning scores.
•McIlroy's schedule often prioritizes early-season majors.

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10:30 AMYahoo Sports — The reason Rory McIlroy has never won the Memorial Tournament has been suggested, ‘I think it’s understandable’

What they're saying

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It is one of the more surprising facts from Rory McIlroy’s career that the Memorial Tournament is the one PGA Tour event he has played at least 10 times without ever winning. McIlroy has now done virtually everything in the game.
— Yahoo Sports

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