Rory McIlroy chuckles with reporters as he unveils his Masters strategy.
Rory McIlroy, 34, is gearing up for his 10th shot at clinching the career grand slam at Augusta National.
Heading into the season’s first major, the Northern Irishman is riding high after securing his best finish on the PGA Tour.
McIlroy showcased his form by securing a solo third place at the Valero Texas Open at TPC San Antonio.
“I definitely feel like I’m in a better place than I was a few weeks ago,” McIlroy shared with reporters.
After a victorious start in Dubai earlier in the year, McIlroy faced inconsistency in his game and results.
His PGA Tour debut in 2024 saw him finish tied for 66th at the rain-hit AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
Struggling with a left miss with his irons, McIlroy sought guidance from Butch Harmon, former coach of Tiger Woods.
In a recent interview with GolfMagic, Harmon shed light on McIlroy’s journey to refine his game.
Reflecting on his game, McIlroy remarked, “For me, I’m always going to be able to hit good shots, it’s just how bad the bad ones are.”
When asked about his preparations for the upcoming tournament, McIlroy humorously replied, “Myself.”
Expanding on his approach, he emphasized the importance of self-control, managing emotions, and thoughts.
McIlroy stressed, “If I can control those, it makes the physical control of everything a lot easier and a lot more simple.”
He emphasized discipline and maintaining control over oneself and the controllable aspects of the game as key factors for success in the upcoming tournament.
