Former agent Andrew ‘Chubby’ Chandler believes that Rory McIlroy’s recent struggles in major tournaments could be due to his ‘messy’ personal life. McIlroy, who had a disappointing outing at The Open, has been facing hurdles both on and off the course. Chandler suggested that McIlroy’s personal issues, including a potential divorce and media scrutiny, have affected his focus and performance in golf.
Chandler highlighted McIlroy’s change in demeanor from a focused young golfer to someone dealing with complexities in his personal and professional life. McIlroy, who has not won a major tournament since 2014, has been under increasing pressure to perform, leading to mental challenges according to sports psychotherapist Gary Bloom. Bloom suggested that McIlroy may benefit from taking some time off to reflect on his game and address any psychological barriers affecting his performance.
Despite McIlroy’s struggles, Chandler believes that he still has the potential to turn things around and make a comeback. However, McIlroy will need to overcome the mental hurdles and external pressures that have been affecting his game. As McIlroy faced an uncertain future at The Open, the golfing world will be watching closely to see if he can overcome his personal challenges and return to form on the course.
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