Rory McIlroy believes the influx of young talent into the game means the sport is set for an exciting future.

TOURNAMENT officials at the WGC-Accenture Match Play have been unable to confirm speculation that Tiger Woods is set to return to golf at the Arizona event in 12 days’ time.

Paul Casey was quickly able to see beyond a disappointing finish to his week’s work after finishing runner-up at the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship.

Geoff Ogilvy took a firm grip on the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship final today with a healthy lead over Paul Casey.

Rory McIlroy’s bid for glory in the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship came to an end at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club today.

Phil Mickelson took an early lead in his tussle with Zach Johnson as the Americans got the second round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship under way at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club near Tucson today.

Tiger Woods was satisfied with his return after overcoming a front-nine wobble to win his opening match at the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship today.

Rory McIlroy will go into the second round of the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship later today trying to block out any thoughts of a potential dream tie with Tiger Woods.

Padraig Harrington is convinced his form is on the up despite missing the cut in his last two tournaments.

Rory McIlroy declared himself in confident mood ahead of his first tournament as a professional in the United States.