'Tiger' tag doesn't faze McIlroy

Teenage golfing sensation Rory McIlroy admitted today that he relishes being hailed as the next Tiger Woods.

'Tiger' tag doesn't faze McIlroy
Wed, 04 Feb, 2009 - 14:03

Teenage golfing sensation Rory McIlroy admitted today that he relishes being hailed as the next Tiger Woods.

The 19-year-old, who returned to the North after landing his maiden European tour victory in Dubai, said the comparisons with the American superstar do not faze him.

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