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World number two McIlroy called on organisers to reschedule the tournament to help attract a stronger field next year.<\/p>\n
World number one Scottie Scheffler opted to play in the Hero World Challenge in New York instead.<\/p>\n
“I would love to have a few more players come down and play, but it’s hard,” said McIlroy.<\/p>\n
“There are three tournaments going on in the schedule this week.<\/p>\n
“There needs to be conversations had with people much more important than me that set the schedules.”<\/p>\n
The Australian Open marked the end of McIlroy’s season, which brought a long-awaited Masters title, a seventh Race to Dubai success and a successful Ryder Cup defence with Europe.<\/p>\n
“I’m excited to have little bit of downtime, finally reflect on everything, maybe watch a few of the tournaments back. I’ve not really let myself do that too much,” he said.<\/p>\n
“Looking forward to the Christmas break and put the feet up, a few glasses of wine and think back on about what an unbelievable year it’s been.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n