PGA Tour star Shane Lowry believes professional golfers should have some time to digest their rounds and compose themsleves before immediately talking to the media

The long summer of golf is fast approaching, and so are many of the world's best with their games in tow. The first four months of the season saw history be made, but rest assured, more is along the way with three major championships and a momentous Ryder Cup still on the docket.

McIlroy secured his first green jacket in a sudden-death playoff against Justin Rose, completing the modern career Grand Slam and becoming the first European to capture all four majors.