Rory McIlroy declares intention to play for Ireland at 2020 Olympic Games
• McIlroy did not play at 2016 Games in Rio
• World No4 said: ‘I’m excited to play for Ireland’
Rory McIlroy is expected to compete for Ireland at next year’s Olympics after revealing a change of stance regarding his participation. McIlroy was one of a number of high-profile male golfers who opted out of golf’s return to the Games, in Rio three years ago, amid concerns relating to the Zika virus. His position on 2020 had been unclear until now.
Speaking at Bethpage on Tuesday as he prepared for the US PGA Championship, McIlroy explained that he plans to retain a team commitment to Ireland that has existed throughout his golf career.