Paul McGinley disappointed as Rory McIlroy decides Rio not worth Zika virus risk

A statement from the Olympic Council of Ireland read: "The OCI is extremely disappointed not to be taking Rory with us to Rio."

Rory McIlroy feels playing in this summer's Olympics is not worth the risk after announcing his withdrawal due to concerns over the Zika virus.

The Northern Irish world number four, who was due to represent Ireland in Rio in August, has become the latest high-profile golfer to say he will not travel to Brazil.