Rory McIlroy surprised by Tiger Woods being named US Ryder Cup vice-captain

Rory McIlroy was taken aback to learn that Tiger Woods has been named a vice-captain for next year’s Ryder Cup, admitting it raises further questions about the 14-time major winner’s career.

Woods has not played since August and is currently sidelined after undergoing his third back operation in the space of 19 months at the end of October, with no timetable set for his return to action.