Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy remain locked in a war of words, a conflict that began at Pinehurst No. and has only grown in intensity. Now, with the Ryder Cup just around the corner, their rivalry is adding a new layer of excitement to the golf world.

Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm, two of Europe’s most accomplished golfers, are reportedly wrestling with a quiet rift that emerged at the last Ryder Cup. Though they remain fundamental to Team Europe’s success, whispers of a divide dating back to 2023 have raised questions about how a tense partnership could affect future tournaments.

Europe’s entry into the Ryder Cup traces back to a 1978 decision that focused on Seve Ballesteros—one of golf’s brightest stars. Since then, Europe has remained a major force, coinciding with the entire careers of Rory McIlroy and Jon Rahm, while the Walker Cup remains firmly in American hands.

At the Masters Tournament, Rory McIlroy chose focus over conversation, responding to Bryson DeChambeau’s claims of a silent treatment.