10. Rory McIlroy, 2012                                 The young Ulsterman validated his 2011 U.S. Open win with a four-win PGA Tour campaign, with one major. That particular major deserves special mention -- a record eight-shot beatdown at the PGA at Kiawah Island's Ocean Course. McIlroy gobbled up two FedEx Cup playoff wins, won the U.S. money title, then wrapped up the European Tour's money crown as well. Phenomenal golf on both sides of the Atlantic.
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