[Golf Topic] McIlroy on 'November Masters': "I Like the Slower Greens"

Number 1 Rory McIlroy welcomed the Masters being held in November this year.

[Asia Economy Reporter No Woo-rae] ○…World No. 1 Rory McIlroy (Northern Ireland) expressed strong confidence in the 'November Masters.'

On the 13th (Korean time), during a Nike Golf Instagram live sponsored event, he said, "I look forward to the Masters every year," and added, "This time, I think there will be a chance." Winning the Masters is especially the last puzzle piece toward the 'Career Grand Slam.' Traditionally held in the second week of April every year, this year it was postponed due to the spread of COVID-19 and will be held over four days starting November 12 at Augusta National in Georgia, USA.

McIlroy is particularly known as an 'Autumn Man,' having won 9 of his 18 PGA Tour victories after August. He explained, "The autumn Masters is exactly what I wanted," adding, "The weather will be cooler then, and the green speed at Augusta National won't be as fast as in April." McIlroy turned professional in 2007 and has since earned 4 major wins, 3 World Golf Championships (WGC) series victories, and 5 FedEx Cup Playoffs (PO) wins, making him the 'Number 1.'

Among the four majors, he has already won the US Open, The Open, and the PGA Championship, but has yet to collect the Masters trophy. If he wears the Green Jacket, he will achieve the 'Career Grand Slam' at age 31. In the 2011 Masters, McIlroy led through the third round but collapsed with an 80 on the final day. He has challenged for the title several times since but has tasted defeat each time. This year, due to the schedule change caused by COVID-19, he has a golden opportunity.

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