Rory McIlroy believes golf needs to make changes to keep up its popularity alongside other sports. In an exclusive interview with the ARN News Centre, the World Number 2 said the game must speed up, and potentially look at new formats to remain popular. Cricket, rugby and Formula One have all evolved to attract new fans, and McIlroy says golf must follow suit.
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