Now, McIlroy made another major decision before the US Open. He has decided to skip next week's Memorial tournament, starting May 29. With the U.S. Open teeing off on June 12, his decision might stem from a desire to spend more time improving his game.

Rory McIlroy will not participate in the upcoming Memorial Tournament, scheduled for May 29, marking his first absence from Jack Nicklaus's prestigious event in eight years. The Northern Irishman has been a consistent presence at Muirfield Village since 2017,