McIlroy goes back to his roots for coach

Rory McIlroy will have Michael Bannon as his full time coach after the Bangor professional announced he would leave his club job to hit the road with the reigning US Open champion.

The 53-year old began coaching McIlroy at Holywood when the Co. Down superstar was just eight years old and continued to do so despite moving to Bangor GC in recent years.

McIlroy and Bannon frequently limited their coaching sessions to his weeks off. But the Holywood star announced earlier this year that he needed more help on the road, especially the majors.