Rory McIlroy: Return of fans will help my focus

Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, watches his shot out of the rough on the 15th hole during a practice round for the Masters golf tournament Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Rory McIlroy is excited about the return of fans to PGA Tour events as he prepares to make his debut in the Waste Management Phoenix Open.

Around 5,000 people per day will be allowed at TPC Scottsdale, with 2,000 permitted around the famous par-three 16th at any one time.