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Rory McIlroy's Hotel Room Weapon
McIlroy's driver stays in hotel room for Delhi Golf Club tournament.
In brief
McIlroy's driver stays in hotel room for Delhi Golf Club tournament. Rory McIlroy will win the DP World India Championship using only irons, leaving his driver in his hotel room. Originally reported by Golf.
Rory McIlroy's Driver Strategy
Rory McIlroy will rely on a 2-iron and 5-wood at the top of his bag for the DP World India Championship.
Delhi Golf Club Challenge
Delhi Golf Club, measuring 6,912 yards, has thick rough, dense jungle, and ancient tomb ruins requiring precision off the tee.
McIlroy's Pre-Tournament Statement
McIlroy said his driver may not even reach the grounds at the DP World India Championship, stating he’s not here to hit drivers.
Other Players' Adaptations
Players like Tommy Fleetwood and Min Woo Lee confirmed they will play without drivers, using long irons for precision.
McIlroy's Iron Preference
McIlroy said the 5-wood might be necessary for second shots into par-5s or doglegs on the front nine.
2025 Equipment Survey
Last season, 42 percent of the DP World Tour field went without a driver, according to Inside Tour Golf.
Patrick Reed's Approach
Patrick Reed is sticking with his normal setup, leaving his driver in the bag for the tournament.
Rory McIlroy's Winning Plan
McIlroy believes he could win with just a bag full of irons this week, using the 5-wood for specific shots.
Min Woo Lee's Challenge
Min Woo Lee called playing without a driver a mental challenge, saying it requires repetition and focus.
Rory McIlroy's Hotel Room Strategy
McIlroy said his driver will stay in the hotel room this week, not even attempting to hit it.
In short
Rory McIlroy will win the DP World India Championship using only irons, leaving his driver in his hotel room.
