Martin Kaymer...

First off, What a player!

His string of wins lately has been impressive but it's highlighted the fickle side of sports and celebrity. 

If Rory McIllroy had won the Alfred Dunhill, after winning the USPGA in a playoff and the KLM open, he'd be on Parkinson with his trophy's... !!!

I remember the sky sports commentators during the playoff holes of the USPGA, they were still going on about Rory's missed opportunity rather that focusing on how fantastically well MK had done.

Is MK getting enough credit for his achievements? 

Maybe it's something to do with nationality. Being from Northern Ireland I suppose I'm getting focused NI media reaction to Rory's career.

But I think the comparison highlights a double standard, that in sport, profile and celebrity is not based on sporting achievement but on personality, and perhaps nationality.

As a side note, I will eat my hat if Rory has achieved 7 tour victories and a major win by the time he's 25.

Completely agree Ray,

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I think he will reign in Europe for a few years before heading over to the States to try his luck there. Before that don't be surprised to see him win more majors.

A great boost for European golf.