Rory McIlroy Takes Charge as Team Europe's Leader at Ryder Cup
Rory McIlroy acknowledges the absence of Ryder Cup veterans Ian Poulter, Sergio Garcia, Lee Westwood, and Graeme McDowell, who joined LIV Golf and became ineligible for selection. McIlroy believes they will realize what they are missing out on this week and will miss being at the Ryder Cup more than the European team misses them. McIlroy, ranked No. 2 in the world, aims to contribute more to Europe's tally and preserve their unbeaten home record. He expects heckling from U.S. fans but sees it as part of the Ryder Cup experience.