'Part-timer' McIlroy will continue to pick and choose events
Rory McIlroy plans to continue selectively participating in PGA Tour events to maintain balance in his life. He has played only twice since winning the Masters in April and acknowledges that this approach may hinder his chances of winning season-long titles. McIlroy is set to compete in the Memorial Tournament, expressing a desire to win this event and the Genesis Invitational.
- ▪McIlroy has been more selective with his tournament schedule over the past two years.
- ▪He aims to balance his professional commitments with personal enjoyment outside of golf.
- ▪The Memorial Tournament will be McIlroy's last event before the upcoming US Open at Shinnecock Hills.
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McIlroy will continue to 'pick and choose' eventsImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Rory McIlroy has only played twice since retaining the Masters in April ByMatt GaultBBC Sport NI senior journalistPublished11 minutes agoRory McIlroy says he will continue to "pick and choose" the events he plays on the PGA Tour's new-look schedule "because it brings balance to my life". The six-time major winner has been more selective with his schedule over the past couple of years and has only played two tournaments since retaining his Masters title in April.
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