Charley Hoffman gave his thoughts to PGA Tour players on how to increase interest in the sport, and the world No. 3 felt some of the points were aimed at him.

McIlroy, ranked third globally, has kicked off the new season in style, securing a fourth-place finish at the Dubai Desert Classic last month and following it up with a stellar display at the weekend to claim victory at the ATandT Pebble Beach Pro-Am.

Rory McIlroy was backed to return to winning ways by golf rival Billy Horschel, who admitted the Northern Irishman deserves a Green Jacket