Rory McIlroy wants to eke out last remnants of his year with green jacketBy Carl Markham, Press Association, AugustaDefending champion Rory McIlroy admits his feelings about the Masters have changed from relishing the start of the tournament to not wanting it to begin at all so he can eke out the very last remnants of his year with the green jacket. “For the past 17 years I just could not wait for the tournament to start and this year I wouldn’t care if the tournament never started. I feel so much more relaxed as I know I’m coming back here for a number of years. “I would love to be there late on Sunday in with a chance, those juices flowing on the back nine of Augusta,” said the Englishman. That’s the best finish I’ve had but Scottie was a long way in front.

Source: Irish Independent April 08, 2026 00:09 UTC