Legend Player predicts McIlroy will master Augusta

Gary Player becomes an official starter for The Masters this week — and he is tipping Rory McIlroy to end the week as winner.

The Northern Irishman will be looking to avoid a repeat of last year’s final-round meltdown in Augusta, and Player is in no doubt McIlroy has the mental strength to come out on top.

“I think Rory has a little revenge in his heart for the golf course,” said Player, who joins Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer on Thursday morning to hit the ceremonial opening drives.