DP World Tour shares a jaw-dropping Rory McIlroy clip, showcasing the touch and imagination that keep golf fans buzzing.
When the DP World Tour publishes a Rory McIlroy highlight, it tends to travel fast. In the latest clip, shared with the tour’s 500k+ followers, McIlroy delivers one of those deft, inventive moments that remind us why he remains a standard-bearer for modern shot-making.
Without over-reading a short social cut, a few things stand out. First, the commitment to the chosen window and trajectory: Rory’s body lines and club delivery typically stay incredibly stable through impact, which is why he can flight the ball precisely while still creating plenty of spin. Second, the tempo—he rarely rushes, even when creativity is required. That calm rhythm is a big part of why these highlight-reel shots look so effortless on camera.
Why Rory McIlroy’s short-game touch still sets the standard
McIlroy’s long game grabs the headlines, but his ability to change loft, spin and landing spot is what turns tricky positions into birdie or par saves. In clips like this one, you see how he matches a landing zone with a precise release profile: the ball arrives softly yet with enough grab to check and finish in a tight window. That combination of spin loft and speed control is what most aspiring single-digit players struggle to pair consistently.
Technically, pay attention to three common McIlroy cues in these touch shots: a quiet lower body, an unhurried pace through the ball, and a face orientation that stays stable relative to the path. Those elements allow him to vary trajectory—lower when he wants a quick check, higher when he needs more carry and a softer first bounce—without sacrificing strike quality.
What golfers can learn from Rory’s creativity
Even without knowing the exact yardage or lie from the short clip, there are teachable takeaways:
- Pick the landing spot first, then choose the trajectory that best delivers the release you want. Don’t reverse the order.
- Match ball position to the required height: slightly back for a lower flight and check; slightly forward for a higher, softer landing.
- Keep tempo constant. Adjust distance more with swing length than speed spikes—your strike quality will hold up better.
- Use the bounce. A shallow, neutral delivery reduces digging and keeps the face stable under pressure.
For practice, set three landing towels at different distances and try to stop the ball within a defined circle after each towel. Change only trajectory between reps. This forces you to coordinate spin and speed the way tour players do on instinct.
Context: DP World Tour’s knack for viral moments
The DP World Tour has become adept at turning world-class golf into digestible, high-impact clips—great for fans and useful for players’ brands. McIlroy features often because his shot selection is both aggressive and disciplined, which produces the kind of outcomes that work beautifully on video. For a golf-savvy audience, these snippets are more than entertainment; they’re case studies in execution.
Suggested additional embeds for editors (trusted sources):
- @DPWorldTour — complementary angles or follow-up clips from the same day
- @EuropeanTour (archival highlights) — context pieces featuring McIlroy’s best short-game moments
- @PGATOUR — technique-centric highlights that echo similar trajectories and spin control
However you file this moment—short-game masterclass, confident creativity, or both—it’s another reminder that elite golf is equal parts imagination and execution. Few blend the two like Rory.
How good is this from Rory?! 🤯#DPWIC pic.twitter.com/dvGsNYzbco
— DP World Tour (@DPWorldTour) October 17, 2025