The Northern Irishman has notably reduced his playing schedule this year, missing out on the likes of the Memorial Tournament in order to prioritize the national events

Rory McIlroy offered a candid assessment on his mindset after winning the Masters in April. After waiting more than a decade, McIlroy won his first Masters title. In doing so, the Northern Irishman joined Tiger Woods,

If you're surprised by Rory McIlroy's decision not to play in this week's Memorial Tournament, you're not the only one. In fact, McIlroy's decision also came as a surprise to Jack Nicklaus, the 18-time major winner and the founder and host of the tournament.