McIlroy stands by Rio call
Rory McIlroy is adamant he made the right call by deciding not to take part in the Olympic Games in Rio. The 27-year-old was expected to play at the tournament …
Rose unconcerned by McIlroy’s form ahead of Open
Justin Rose feels it is foolish to write off Rory McIlroy’s chances at this week’s Open as he is a man for the big occasion. McIlroy and Rose will …
Mahoney column: Get fit, get to the gym and put that pint of Guinness down
By Paul Mahoney There used to be a sign pinned to the noticeboard at Llandaff rugby club in Cardiff that stated: “We get fit to play. We don’t play to …
Matthew in two minds about Zika virus but is hopeful of Rio gold
'Olympic gold would certainly be right up there,' says Scotland's No.1 after a week of bad publicity for golf at the
McIlroy rules out Rio due to risk Zika virus poses
Rory McIlroy has confirmed he won’t be making the trip to Rio for the 2016 Olympics due to concerns about the Zika virus. The Northern Irishman was set …
McIlroy desperate to enjoy homecoming
Rory McIlroy does not expect previous poor showings at the Irish Open to affect him as he seeks a first win at his home event. The four-time major champion has …
McIlroy delighted to give teenager chance
Rory McIlroy will play with Northern Irish teenage star Tom McKibbin in the pro-am ahead of the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open on May 18. McKibbin, who is now 13, …
McIlroy remains the man to beat at Augusta
by John Huggan It won’t be like he is pitching up at Augusta National with no expectations. We are, after all, talking about a four-time Major champion who …
Form horse Day looks better bet than Rory for Masters
by Graham Otway WHEN Jason Day made his first big impact on world golf, by finishing second in the 2011 US Open at Congressional in Maryland, his achievement …
McIlroy ready for ‘tough’ week at Match Play
Rory McIlroy has admitted it will “tough” whoever he goes up against at the WGC-Dell Match Play in Texas. The former world number one has been …
