Masters failure ‘wake-up call’ for upcoming majors, says Mcllroy

Rory Mcllroy stated that missing out on the Masters in April provided him with ‘a wake-up call’ for the upcoming events as he prepares for the US PGA Championship at Oak Hill.

The 34-year-old won the title for the second time in 2014, but is still unable to add that fourth trophy to his elusive collection.

“I was never so sure I was going to have a great week at Augusta and then that happened,” McIlroy said.

“The night before, I felt so good, but the game can bring you back down to earth pretty quickly.”

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“The best way is to not let yourself get to that level of expectation. I need to have a little more acceptance.

“When I think back to Augusta and the past few months, my level of acceptance wasn’t where it needs to be. If I work on that, I know I’ll play some good golf again.”

The world No.3 will be looking to return his best form for the upcoming event in Oak Hill, starting on May 18th.