The Northern Irishman’s success has earned him legions of fans around the globe, so we asked our followers on social media to send us their questions for one of the world’s most famous athletes.
And they didn’t disappoint, quizzing McIlroy on everything from deadly animals to his beloved Manchester United…
@cnnsport @cnni @McIlroyRory Rory: Do you ever consciously think of your swing, or at this point, is it totally natural? #cnnaskrory
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