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Rory McIlroy’s thoughts on the modern game and leading by example
In a recent interview with Lawrence Donegan and John Huggan on the McKellar Golf Podcast, world No. 1 Rory McIlroy opened up about his golf game, his outlook on the PGA Tour returning, and how the upcoming TaylorMade Driving Relief Skins match can set an example for recreational golfers.
The interview is a prime example of why Rory is not only one of the best players in the game but also one of the best ambassadors.
On walking vs. riding in carts
…we were gonna play in carts but I was a bit against it because if this is going to be the first time showcasing golf as we try and get past whats going on with Covid19, that with golf we can socially distance by carrying our own bags and show that it’s also a great way to get exercise. Getting out walking 18 holes instead of using a cart and jumping on jumping off, it’s a good image for the game to see four tour pros out there carrying their own bags and having a good time… I’m excited to show this side of it and promote people walking and carrying their own clubs.
As a walker, I love to hear Rory appreciate the position they are in and the opportunity they have to showcase golf as a game meant to be played: by walking.
Playing a half set
… I think it’s one of the best ways to practice, I do it quite a bit… because when you have only half your clubs you are always in between clubs and you have to do something…I tell junior golfers to learn to hit a 7 iron 140 yards (implying hitting it much shorter than a stock shot) because it teaches artistry, which is something they don’t do enough of in the modern game.
As a lover of playing golf with less than 14 clubs (check out my thoughts here: Long live the half set, & Building the perfect half set) these comments by Rory make me feel all warm and fuzzy inside! Even though he is one of the longest players on tour he still sees the benefit to learning how to hit shots and control trajectory as a way to distance himself from his peers. For modern golfers this has become a bit of a lost art and its nice to hear Rory’s promote the benefit of varying ways to enjoy the game.
On golf becoming too much science vs art
Huggan asked a great question about the game shifting too much towards science and less artistic and Rory’s take was spot on what many believe to be the deciding factor.
… I believe the artist will always win in that battle because that’s what golf is. You know Tiger Woods is an artist, and I would consider myself an artist. I would consider a few other guys at the top of the world ranking… although we all have power and swing differently, some of the short games are incredible and that’s the stuff people don’t hear enough about.
Again as someone that loves technology but appreciates the classic style of the game, Rory’s thoughts one how players rise to the top of the ranking proves that hitting far, will only get you so far in the game before precision and artistry take over to help execute.
The entire interview is a wonderful insight and I encourage and fan of golf to check it out
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Photos from the 2024 Zurich Classic of New Orleans
GolfWRX is live on site this week at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans for the PGA Tour’s one-and-only two-man team event.
As usual, general galleries, WITBs, and pullout albums — including some pretty spicy custom putters and headcovers — await your viewing.
Be sure to check back for more photos from the Big Easy, as we’ll continue to update this page with additional galleries throughout the week.
General Albums
- 2024 Zurich Classic – Monday #1
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- 2024 Zurich Classic – Tuesday #1
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WITB Albums
- Alex Fitzpatrick – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Austin Cook – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Alejandro Tosti – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Davis Riley – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
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- Kevin Streelman – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
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- Tom Whitney – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- SangMoon Bae – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Daniel Berger – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Rory McIlroy – WITB – 2024 Zurich Classic
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Pullout Albums
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- Cameron putters – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Swag covers ( a few custom for Nick Hardy) – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Custom Bettinardi covers for Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Doug Ghim’s custom Cameron putter – 2024 Zurich Classic
- Patrick Cantlay spotted testing a Scotty Cameron blade putter – 2024 Zurich Classic
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jgpl001
May 18, 2020 at 4:21 am
Fake News
Next Question
Momo
May 16, 2020 at 5:21 pm
Haha seethe
Jack
May 16, 2020 at 2:07 pm
Don’t follow his example. He’s a cheater and club thrower.
Not Bryson
May 16, 2020 at 11:38 am
The artistry is why I don’t think Bryson wins a major in the next few years. To mechanical. Great technician but is missing the feel it shots. Sometimes you need to just feel a shot.