Rory McIlroy Leaves Driver Behind to Tackle Unique Course Challenges

Drivers By: Jack Hirsh October 14, 2026 Rory McIlroy will rely on a 2-iron and 5-wood at the top of his bag. Luke Walker/Getty images Rory McIlroy is coming off a PGA Tour season where he was second in Strokes Gained: Off The Tee and became one of the first two golfers to average over 330 yards in driving distance. But for the second straight year, this week’s DP World Tour host site, Delhi Golf Club, will take McIlroy’s biggest weapon out of his hands. In fact, McIlroy said Wednesday his driver may not even reach the grounds at the…