Rory McIlroy remains in the prime of his career. Nevertheless, despite being far from the end, the four-time major winner insists he has no intention of becoming someone pursuing past glory that has already slipped beyond reach.

Rory McIlroy has been labeled a flip-flopper for his ever-changing views on LIV Golf. He was adamant as ever about another issue.

Few have the experience of playing the Stadium Course as McIlroy and certainly not three of the players directly ahead of him on the leaderboard.

Rory McIlroy has no plans on playing the PGA Tour Champions when he turns 50. "Something has went terribly wrong if I have to compete at golf at 50," he said.

Rory McIlroy is playing some of his best golf this week at The Players Championship. As of right now, he's firmly in contention at TPC Sawgrass. Diehard fans of McIlroy have to be pleased with his performance so far.

RORY MCILROY is one shot off the lead after the opening round of the Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass in Florida. The Holywood native registered a five-under-par 67. An excellent start saw him secure birdies on the first two holes,