The Great Divide: Golf's Top Dog and the Weight of Expectation Rory McIlroy's struggles to find motivation after his FedEx Cup win are a fascinating and relatable phenomenon, especially given his six major wins.
His "grumpy" demeanor at the East Lake Golf Club was hardly surprising, considering three weeks of consecutive competition is a recipe for burnout – especially when you're pushing 38.
McIlroy's dilemma is not how to compete at an elite level, but what drives him to continue doing so.