This lifelong goal is why Rory McIlroy keeps grinding on the DP World Tour

Headline: Rory McIlroy Eyes Historic Title, Driven to Become Europe’s Greatest Golfer

After a grueling season, four-time major champion Rory McIlroy could be unwinding, but instead, he’s competing in the Middle East to chase history. McIlroy, who has won the last two Race to Dubai titles, is in pursuit of his sixth DP World Tour crown—one shy of the laegendary Seve Ballesteros and edging closer to Colin Montgomerie’s all-time record of eight.

As he heads into the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship with a solid lead, McIlroy acknowledged that the season title is on his mind but remains focused on playing his best. “If I go out and win this week, it makes next week a bit boring. But it will be lovely,” he said.

While surpassing Montgomerie’s record would be monumental, McIlroy’s ultimate goal is greater: to be remembered as Europe’s most successful golfer. Reflecting on his journey, McIlroy expressed pride in his European roots and a determination to honor the legacy of past legends like Faldo, Woosnam, and Langer.

McIlroy’s drive for Race to Dubai title No. 6 continues Wednesday night.