Rory McIlroy, preparing to compete in The Open, has expressed indifference regarding his future legacy, stating that his primary focus is on winning his seventh major title. When asked how he wished to be remembered after he is gone, the 37-year-old golfer responded, "I don't really care." He elaborated that while he hopes those close to him hold him in high regard, he will not be alive to witness posterity's opinions.
McIlroy is among the favorites for The Open, which is being held at Royal Birkdale. His recent form, including finishes of 19th, 7th, 12th, 32nd, and 7th in five starts since the Masters, has been described as decent but unspectacular. He admitted to struggling with consistency, particularly with his driver, referencing a moment at the Scottish Open where he expressed frustration with his play. However, he feels he has addressed these issues in the days leading up to The Open.
Beyond his personal performance, McIlroy also shared his thoughts on the golf calendar, particularly the condensed schedule of major championships. He expressed a preference for the majors to be more spread out, suggesting that a quicker succession of big tournaments can make it difficult for players to maintain momentum and for the sport to sustain general interest throughout the year. "I'd like to see it spread out a little bit longer. It just seems like it's very, very quick," he said, while acknowledging that his opinion is unlikely to influence the decisions of the various governing bodies in golf.