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Bob Harig

Bob Harig

Joined: Apr 12, 2022

Bob Harig is a senior writer covering golf for Sports Illustrated. He has more than 25 years experience on the beat, including 15 at ESPN. Harig is a regular guest on Sirius XM PGA Tour Radio and has written two books, "DRIVE: The Lasting Legacy of Tiger Woods" and "Tiger and Phil: Golf's Most Fascinating Rivalry." He graduated from Indiana University where he earned an Evans Scholarship, named in honor of the great amateur golfer Charles (Chick) Evans Jr. Harig, a former president of the Golf Writers Association of America, lives in Clearwater, Fla.

Rose and McIlroy after the playoff was decided.
Golf

Fact or Fiction: Rory McIlroy Will Win More Majors in 2025

Our writers debate McIlroy’s major potential, Justin Rose’s place in Masters history and the updated Ryder Cup outlook for both squads.

Jeff Ritter, Bob Harig, John Schwarb, John Pluym
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At last, McIlroy slipped into a green jacket.
Golf

Finally a Masters Champion, Rory McIlroy Is Now Free to Pursue Further Greatness

There's no reason why Rory McIlroy's Masters win can't unleash more titles, writes Bob Harig. Plus, notes on Justin Rose, the LIV Golf-PGA Tour saga and Patrick Reed.

Bob Harig
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Bryson DeChambeau had some confusion on the greens in a disappointing final-round 75 at the Masters.
Golf

Bryson DeChambeau Laments Poor Iron Play in Masters That Got Away

In the star-studded final group Sunday at Augusta National, DeChambeau held the lead for a moment early only to see it slip away with shaky approach play.

Bob Harig
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Rory McIlroy (right) was warmly congratulated by Justin Rose after their Masters playoff, won by McIlroy.
Golf

‘The Boys Always Had Faith’: Rory McIlroy’s Friends and Peers Celebrate Masters Win

Fellow Irishman Shane Lowry lifted McIlroy off the ground in a bear hug, a microcosm of the love the new Masters champion felt from all over Sunday evening.

Bob Harig
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Rory McIlroy celebrates with the green jacket after defeating Justin Rose in a playoff hole to win the 2025 Masters.
Golf

Rory McIlroy’s Masters Win Clinched the Career Grand Slam, Which Has Evolved Over Time

The feat of winning all four of pro golf's major titles didn't become a thing until Arnold Palmer and a golf writer in the 1960s.

Bob Harig
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Bryson DeChambeau punctuated a late Saturday rally at Augusta with a long birdie at 18.
Golf

Bryson DeChambeau Saves His Best for Last, Setting Up a Massive Masters Showdown

The reigning U.S. Open champion birdied three of his last four holes Saturday to get into the final group with Rory McIlroy. It's the stage DeChambeau relishes.

Bob Harig
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Rory McIlroy has the lead going into Sunday at the Masters, with the career Grand Slam on the line.
Golf

Rory McIlroy Leads Bryson DeChambeau by Two Shots Heading to Sunday at Masters

The two major champions will play together Sunday chasing their first green jacket and, for McIlroy, the career Grand Slam.

Bob Harig
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Rory McIlroy surged into the lead on his first nine holes Saturday at the Masters.
Golf

Rory McIlroy Takes Masters Lead With Sparkling First Nine Saturday at Augusta

Chasing the career Grand Slam, McIlroy opened birdie-eagle to take the lead and shot 32 for his first nine holes.

Bob Harig
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Jose Luis Ballester had two over-par rounds and one viral moment at the 2025 Masters.
Golf

Masters Amateur Apologizes for Viral Moment in Rae’s Creek During First Round

Bob Harig
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Rory McIlroy shot 31 on the second nine Friday en route to a 66.
Golf

Rory McIlroy Roars Back Into Contention at Masters With Friday 66

Bob Harig
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Rory McIlroy is tied for 27th after the opening round at Augusta National.
Golf

Late Collapse Costs Rory McIlroy in Opening Round at Masters

Bob Harig
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Scottie Scheffler opened with 68 on Thursday at Augusta National.
Golf

Scottie Scheffler Begins Masters Title Defense With Bogey-Free 68

Bob Harig
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