McIlroy's Misstep: What Does it Mean for His FedExCup Hopes? Rory McIlroy's opening round at the FedEx St. Jude Championship was a stark reminder that even the game's best players can have off days.
His four over par performance will undoubtedly raise eyebrows, but it's essential to put this result into context and understand what it might portend for McIlroy's chances in the FedExCup Playoffs.
McIlroy's struggles at TPC Southwind were not entirely unexpected, given his layoff following a 40th place finish at The Open. While some players thrive on time off, others may experience rust.