McIlroy Skips Cadillac Championship After Masters Repeat

Rory McIlroy, fresh off a historic back-to-back victory at the Masters, has opted to skip the upcoming Cadillac Championship, the second consecutive PGA Tour Signature Event he will miss as he manages his schedule ahead of the majors.

The 36-year-old Northern Irish golfer defended his Green Jacket at Augusta National earlier this month, becoming only the fourth player in history to win the tournament in consecutive years and securing a $3.3 million prize. His decision to bypass the RBC Heritage last week was anticipated, but his absence from the Cadillac Championship, set for April 30 to May 3 at Trump National Doral in Miami, came as a surprise to some observers. The event features a $20 million purse, with $3.6 million for the winner, and marks the return of professional golf to the course's famed Blue Monster layout after a decade away.

McIlroy's choice aligns with his stated strategy to reduce his playing commitments, prioritizing family time with his wife Erica and daughter Poppy while focusing on the four major championships. In comments to media outlets, he explained his approach: "If I have 10 years left and I really want to prioritize the majors, then the other...