Rory McIlroy has revealed that he is dealing with an elbow issue as he gears up for his latest tilt at Masters success. McIlroy finished strongly at the Houston Open, carding a final-round 64 to record a top-five finish at his final event before travelling to Augusta next week.

Rory McIlroy revealed he will seek treatment for an elbow injury that was ‘bothering’ him in his last start ahead of The Masters. McIlroy enjoyed an encouraging final-round showing at the Houston Open which will be his final tournament before he heads to Augusta National in search of his first major win since 2014.

Rory McIlroy acknowledged he is dealing with an elbow injury as he prepares to head to Augusta for next week's Masters.