McIlroy Discusses Possibility Of Playing More U.S. Tournaments

Golfer Rory McIlroy appeared via phone on Golf Channel's “Morning Drive” today and was asked about playing more PGA Tour tournaments in the wake of his U.S. Open win. McIlroy: "After what happened last week I don’t know what way my schedule is going to work or if we are going to plan anything differently. The reception that I’ve had in the U.S. since The Masters basically has been incredible, and it would be a shame if I didn’t play in the States a little bit more. Because I, personally, I love it over there."

More McIlory: "It definitely looks like I won’t be taking PGA Tour membership up for the next couple years, maybe, but it’s not to say that I’m never going to take it up again. ... I am aware of how young I am as well, and you know, I just don’t want to play so much golf so early that by the time I’m 30, I’m sort of burnt out from the game" (“Morning Drive,” Golf Channel, 6/22).

McIlroy also appeared on the syndicated “Dan Patrick Show,” where the host asked, “Has Guinness contacted you to sponsor you?” McIlroy: “No, definitely not. I don't really like the stuff, to be honest with you. I don't think I'd be a good spokesperson for the company.” Patrick: “I thought that that's mother's milk in Ireland.” McIlroy: “Heineken is my go-to beer” (“The Dan Patrick Show,” 6/22).

Sports Illustrated this week features an image of McIlroy during last week's U.S. Open at Congressional with the header, "Golf's New Era" (THE DAILY).