Rory McIlroy, the four-time major winner, secured his sixth Race To Dubai title on Sunday after winning the season-ending DP World Tour Championship

Having rounded off the season on a major high at the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai, McIlroy used his winning speech to deliver an emotional message to his family. "Erica, Poppy [his daughter], I know you are here somewhere. I love you and thanks for sticking by me," he said.

Rory McIlroy got emotional as he reflected on finishing up a year where he reversed course on a divorce and got over the hump to win a tournament after facing a lot of adversity on the course.

Pro golfer Rory McIlroy celebrated his sixth Race to Dubai title with his wife, Erica Stoll, and 4-year-old-daughter, Poppy, by his side

After a year fraught with personal and professional turbulence, Rory McIlroy ended 2024 in his much-frequented happy place: the winner’s circle.

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland poses with his Wife, Erica Stoll and Daughter, Poppy McIlroy alongside the DP World Tour Championship trophy Rory McIlroy became emotional speaking about his wife Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy after his win at the DP World Tour Championship on Sunday,

With 18 holes remaining in Dubai, Rory McIlroy is among the co-leaders at the season-ending 2024 DP World Tour Championship. With a win — or an 11th-place finish or better — McIlroy will claim his third straight Race to Dubai title and sixth overall.

Rory McIlroy caps off 2024 in style, winning the DP World Tour Championship and his sixth Race to Dubai title. Matching Seve Ballesteros’ record, McIlroy’s thrilling final round showcased his resilience and brilliance.