When seven-year-old Rory McIlroy first met 12-year-old Harry Diamond on the putting green at Holywood Golf Club in Northern Ireland, neither could have imagined their childhood friendship would evolve into one of golf’s most emotionally driven partnerships. Now, 28 years later, McIlroy has revealed the heartwarming reason why completing major championships with his oldest friend means everything to him.

Speaking at the BMW PGA Championship on September 9, 2025, McIlroy revealed an emotional motivation behind his continued major championship pursuit. The four-time major winner admitted that completing a full set of majors with Harry Diamond on his bag adds something beyond his usual competitive drive.

“I don’t think I need any extra motivation to try to win major championships, bu

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