Rory McIlroy shared his views on retirement, which differed vastly from how his friend and competitor Tiger Woods approached the topic as the Northern Irishman understood when it was time to walk away

Tiger Woods' ruptured Achilles tendon has shocked the golf world, which had hoped to see him back in action at least for the upcoming Masters Tournament. Rory McIlroy is among the countless voices that have risen to send him their best wishes at this difficult moment.

Four-times major champion Rory McIlroy said on Wednesday he does not expect Tiger Woods, who had surgery this week for a ruptured Achilles tendon, to return to competition this year.