Rory McIlroy: The Olympic Games are one of the “purest forms of competition” in golf
Find out why the Irish superstar considers the Olympic tournament one of the purest competitions in his sport.
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There is no greater honour for athletes than representing their nation at the Olympic Games. Just ask professional golfer Rory McIlroy.
In a recent interview with the BBC, the superstar stressed the unique nature of golf at the Olympic Games, comparing it to the immense privilege of being invited to play in the Ryder Cup.
"The two purest forms of competition in our game right now are the Ryder Cup and the Olympics,” asserted the two-time Olympian, with four major victories to his name. “It's partly because…the purity of no money being involved."
McIlroy was one of 60 golfers who teed-off at Le Golf National in pursuit of a highly coveted gold medal during the Olympic Games Paris 2024.
He finished tied for fifth place, four strokes behind Olympic champion Scottie Scheffler, who stated, “It's tough to compare accomplishments, but an Olympic gold medal is definitely going to be one of my special memories when I look back on my career.”
Golf will remain on the Olympic programme for the Olympic Games LA28, meaning more golfers will have the opportunity to chase gold at one of the sport’s “purest” competitions.