Rory McIlroy can return to world number one with win at Genesis Invitational

NEW AIM: Rory McIlroy can regain the world number one ranking with victory in the Genesis Invitational (Steve Welsh/PA)

Rory McIlroy can return to world number one at the earliest possible opportunity with victory in this week’s Genesis Invitational.

While the return to competitive action of tournament host Tiger Woods has dominated the headlines at Riviera Country Club, McIlroy will be focused on regaining top spot in the rankings from Masters champion Scottie Scheffler.