The Masters is only a few weeks away and the hype for the Major only keeps increasing in the golf world. While the excitement level for the fans may be increasing day by day, the preparation for the first Major of the year must be in full swing for the golfers. One such star is the former world number one Rory McIlroy, who is rumored to be taking a massive step in order to claim his maiden Masters victory.
McIlroy is widely regarded as one of the best golfers of this generation. He has added four Major titles to his name, winning the PGA Championship twice. Though the Northern Irish star may have won the rest of the Majors, he has yet to wear the Green Jacket at Augusta National.
He came close to claiming it last year, but only finished as runner-up to Scottie Scheffler. Nonetheless, Rory looks to win his first Masters title next month. However, to ensure his win, the golfer is rumored to make a big change in his equipment.
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Golf world reacts to the Rory McIlroy speculation
After ending last season on a high note with a Tour Championship win, McIlroy has tried to maintain his good form this season. In five starts, the 33-year-old has a win and two top-10 finishes. However, he failed to make the cut in PGA Tour’s flagship event, the Players Championship earlier this month.
There’s a rumor Rory may be changing some equipment before Augusta.
What is he putting in the bag? Wrong answers ONLY 😅 pic.twitter.com/9fJkLdoBa6
— Amanda Rose (@AmandaGolf59) March 20, 2023
With pressure mounting on him to end his nine-year Major win drought, Rory is rumored to take different measures to ensure his first Masters title next month. According to an Instagram account named ‘The Country Club Collection’, McIlroy has made big equipment adjustments ahead of the first Major of the season.
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Though the details of the changes are not yet disclosed, it isn’t the first time the Northern Irish golfer has made the alterations. During last year’s Masters, Rory McIlroy made several changes in his equipment. He decided to change his golf ball to something that was “a bit more stable in the wind”.
Nonetheless, the golfer is ready to do whatever it takes to claim the Green Jacket next month. As the rumors swirl around about McIlroy’s equipment change, golf fans on Twitter also shared their humorous reactions. Let’s take a look at what they had to say:
Pat Reed autographed irons
— Mavs Nation (@Mavs_Nationn) March 20, 2023
Tmag working on liquid bubble centre shafted hollow core for extra release. pic.twitter.com/Bmy3kpkUFk
— Country Golfer (@hotdot01) March 20, 2023
Why would anyone do that ? It took him a year to adjust the last time
— Rich Parker (@RichPar55007648) March 20, 2023
— Scott W (@afrileaf_SW) March 20, 2023
— Goran Barnes (@GoranBarnes) March 20, 2023
A picture of Patrick Reed hurling after the 18 last week at Tuscan
— Jerry Mitchell (@JerryMi84153177) March 20, 2023
— Norm Devine 🇨🇦 🏌 (@NormDevine) March 20, 2023
Just seen Rory in the golf section of Costco near the Trafford Centre 🤐
— 171 to the pin (@171tothepin) March 20, 2023
Hippo irons, Macgregor woods, and a clothing sponsorship with Greg Norman.
— Kelvin Gomez 🇲🇾🏴🇪🇺 (@kfgomez8) March 20, 2023
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Grandpa Gilmore’s clubs and a hockey stick
— Jeff (@Hinje_) March 20, 2023
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Though Rory McIlroy may have four Majors, it is the Masters title that he has always thrived for. With him making massive changes ahead of the Major, will he finally capture the Green Jacket at Augusta National? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.
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