Rory McIlroy
PGA Tour | Northern Ireland
Born: Holywood, Northern Ireland
Turned Pro: 2007
Current Heat Index Rank: #3
Rory McIlroy remains one of the top players in the Heat Index thanks to his major championship win. While others have gained ground through multiple wins, his major keeps him firmly in the top tier.
Season Stats
Wins
1
Top 10s
2
Majors Won
1
Cuts Missed
0
Heat Index Breakdown
Formula: (Wins × 4) + (Top 10s × 2) + (Majors Won × 8) − (Cuts Missed × 2)
(1 × 4) + (2 × 2) + (1 × 8) − (0 × 2)
= 4 + 4 + 8 − 0
= 16
Recent Results
| Tournament | Finish | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Masters Tournament | 1st | Major Win |
| RBC Heritage | Top 10 | Top 10 |
| Arnold Palmer Invitational | Top 10 | Top 10 |
Why He’s Ranked #3
Rory is ranked number three because his major championship win carries significant weight in the Heat Index, giving him an 8-point boost. Combined with his win and two top 10 finishes, he reaches a total score of 16. He is tied with Cameron Young and Scottie Scheffler, but falls slightly behind due to fewer overall wins this season.