TROON, Scotland — Rory McIlroy is nothing if not brutally honest.
The world No. 4, looking to win his second Claret Jug this week and fifth major championship at Royal Troon in the 145th British Open, spoke Tuesday about a whole lot more than the golf course and his present form in an often startling news conference.
With straight-forward responses to drug testing in golf, growing the game and whether or not he’ll watch golf during the Rio Summer Games, McIlroy didn’t dodge a single question or give an evasive answer.
When asked if he’ll watch golf’s return to the Olympics after a 112-year absence, McIlroy, who pulled out of the Games citing health concerns, said no.