'He doesn't have Scottie's consistency' - McGinley doubts McIlroy can reclaim No.1 slot

"Rory is more hit and miss than a Scottie Scheffler, who plays the percentages, is very detailed and conservative in his approach."

BENDING TO HIS WILL: Rory McIlroy on day three of the 2025 BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth Golf Club in Virginia Water, Surrey. Picture date: Saturday September 13, 2025. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Adam Davy/PA Wire

Former Ryder Cup-winning captain Paul McGinley doubts whether Rory McIlroy will regain his place as world number one as he cannot replicate the consistency of Scottie Scheffler.

However, McGinley, strategic director for the current European team, believes the volatility in the Northern Irishman's game means he can get up for the big events - and next week's biennial meeting with the United States in New York is one of those occasions.