Golf fans believe that Rory McIlroy could be the playing captain of the European team in the future. As the leader of a new generation, this 36-year-old golfer is looking to make it big on Bethpage Black in America this year.
However, winning away from home is a challenging task, and few have succeeded in it throughout history. It is difficult to assess whether the European team has enough strong individuals for such success.
On the other hand, Rory McIlroy doesn't seem too open to the playing captain role in the future.
At the press conference before the start of the BMW Championship, the Northern Irish golfer reacted to the possibility of being appointed as a playing captain. However, McIlroy declined that option, pointing out that he already had a similar offer.
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When asked by a reporter if he had already been asked to be the playing captain, Rory pointed out that he had generally rejected such an idea before.
Speaking about the reasons, Rory was clear:
Will McIlroy change his mind?
It is difficult to say with certainty whether the popular golfer will change his opinion in the future. However, it seems that Rory has categorically rejected this option and that he does not plan to take on the role of captain in the upcoming period.
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Regardless, Rory will continue to be an important link in the European team. Some believe that the Europeans should take advantage of this momentum, considering the fact that they have such a player on the roster.
The European team will have the opportunity to take a big step in America this month, and time will tell whether they will be able to win.
