'Tiger' tag doesn't faze McIlroy

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

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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