PGA of America president Don Rea is facing mounting pressure after posting a cryptic Instagram message, following calls for him to resign. The controversy stems from his handling of reported abuse directed at Rory McIlroy during the Ryder Cup.
Heather McMahan, an emcee at the Ryder Cup, led vulgar chants on the 1st tee and apologized directly to Rory McIlroy. In the wake of the backlash, she stepped down from her position, reflecting the seriousness of the incident.
An unexpected display of frustration by Rory McIlroy fueled a tense atmosphere at this weekend’s Ryder Cup, highlighting the fragile balance in U.S.-European relations. His heated exchange with rowdy spectators even prompted the intervention of State Troopers, symbolizing the intense rivalry this year.
Rory McIlroy sank a remarkable 22-foot birdie putt on the fifth hole, pushing him and Tommy Fleetwood two up against Harris English and Collin Morikawa. This decisive stroke set the tone for a competitive Saturday morning foursomes.
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 made a promising start at the BMW PGA Championship, his final warm-up before the Ryder Cup. Despite his early momentum, the Northern Irishman found himself well off the pace going into the crucial final round.
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.
A new chapter in golf’s storied competition unfolds in 2025 at Bethpage Black. Europe has unveiled its 12-player roster, featuring stalwarts like Rory McIlroy and six captain’s picks from Luke Donald.
In a stunning turn at the Scottish Open, Chris Gotterup outlasted Rory McIlroy before a sellout crowd in North Berwick. Originally bound for California, Gotterup changed his plans and seized a remarkable victory in Scotland.
Rory McIlroy destroyed a tee marker in a moment of frustration at the U.S. Open but continued his quest for the title by making the cut. The incident sheds light on the emotional pressures faced by professional golfers.