Rory McIlroy has confirmed that he will play in the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill next month.
The Northern Irishman has enjoyed an impressive start to 2015, which includes a win at the Dubai Desert Classic, but he has not yet played on the PGA Tour since the turn of the year.
However, McIlroy will play in seven-time Major winner Palmer's tournament for the first time as part of his preparations for The Masters.
"I'm delighted to add the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill to my 2015 playing schedule," the world number one revealed in a statement.
"Mr Palmer is the father figure of modern golf, widening its appeal and bringing the game to a new audience. Every playing professional of my generation owes a debt of gratitude to Arnold Palmer."
Matt Every heads into the event, which begins on March 19, as the defending champion after triumphing in Florida last year.
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