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Rory McIlroy Hints at Lighter 2026 Schedule to Extend Career ‘Another Ten Years’

McIlroy signaled a lighter 2026 slate: he’ll “play even less,” prioritizing majors and big events. The tour’s “hamster wheel,” he said, makes it hard to step back, but “I’m not 23 anymore.” To match Justin Rose’s longevity, he’ll trim starts to stay injury-free and “play competitively for another ten years.” Next up: Abu Dhabi, then Dubai and the Australian Open.