Rory McIlroy continued in a great rhythm, winning the Players Championship. The 35-year-old golfer looked better in the playoff against J.J. Spaun, deservedly winning the trophy.
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Although Rory could have put an end to everything the day before, the lack of focus in the last round was decisive.
McIlroy could not hide his delight after the tournament, saying that he was delighted not only with the victory, but with many other things. The crowd made a special impression on him, and this great golfer admitted that at one point he talked to the caddy, somewhat in disbelief because of the number of people at the tournament.
Yeah, it was incredible, McIlroy said, as quoted by The Golfing Gazette.
I was walking up 16 fairway, and I turned to my caddie Harry, and I was like, I cant believe how many people are here. Obviously no one works in Jacksonville [jokingly].
Yeah, it was amazing. I didnt expect there to be so many people out there today. It created a great atmosphere. Certainly J.J. and I really appreciated that."
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It's clear that golf fans have a great love for this tournament, and attendance is the best indicator of that. That's one of the reasons why many call this tournament the fifth major, and advocate for this tournament to truly become the fifth major in the future.
Rory McIlroy reflects on the weather conditions
Rory McIlroy also addressed the weather conditions before the playoff, as well as his tee shot on 17 that landed plumb in the middle of the green.
Rory stressed that this week was particularly challenging because there were a lot of crosswinds. To prepare, he occasionally went to the end of the range and practiced shots into the left-right wind, which was similar to the one on the first tee.The 35-year-old has always been one step ahead of his opponents, which is what this situation shows.
