The world's number one golfer Rory McIlroy has questioned the motives behind Colin Montgomerie's decision to stand for the European Ryder Cup captaincy again.

Scotsman Montgomerie was in charge as Europe won the competition against their American counterparts in 2010 and following that success he said that he would not take on the duties again.

However, speculation earlier today has suggested that he has now changed his mind and is confident of being voted in for the 2014 event.

Discussing the potential appointment, McIlroy stated his concern because of his belief that Montgomerie has nothing to lose.

"I don't think Monty has anything to gain if we go to Gleneagles and lose. He is already a winning Ryder Cup captain," he told reporters.

McIlroy is known to want Paul McGinley to be given the responsibility.