Rory McIlroy says people are remembering Ryder Cup 'for the wrong reason'

McIlroy ruled out becoming Team Europe Ryder Cup captain until the "mid-2030s".

Rory McIlroy will play in India for the first time this week. Pic: Prakash Singh/Getty Images

Rory McIlroy says he doesn’t see himself captaining the European Ryder Cup team until at least a decade from now. The world number two, who has previously said a playing captain role would be unworkable, ruled out taking the job for the tournament at Adare Manor. Luke Donald, who has captained Europe in their two recent victories, remained coy when asked about the captaincy on Monday.

"Certainly not 2027," McIlroy said ahead of the Hero Indian Open.