Dustin Johnson vs Rory McIlroy
Dustin Johnson vs Rory McIlroy: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Dustin Johnson and Rory McIlroy?
Dustin Johnson and Rory McIlroy have frequently competed against each other in major tournaments, with both players showcasing their skills at the highest level.
Dustin Johnson
Key numbers
- Professional wins30
- PGA Tour wins24
- European Tour wins9
- LIV Golf wins3
- Major championships2
Top honours
- U.S. OpenWon in 2016
- Masters TournamentWon in 2020
- PGA Tour Player of the Year2016, 2015–16, 2019–20
- Byron Nelson Award2015–16, 2017–18
- Vardon Trophy2016, 2018
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Rory McIlroy
Key numbers
- Professional wins45
- Major championships6
- PGA Tour wins30
- European Tour wins21
- Highest ranking1
Top honours
- PGA Tour Player of the Year2012, 2013, 2014, 2018, 2019
- Byron Nelson Award2012, 2013, 2014, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022
- European Tour Golfer of the Year2012, 2014, 2015
- PGA Tour FedEx Cup winner2016, 2019, 2022
- Masters TournamentWon in 2025, 2026