Rory McIlroy reveals the truth about his lighter schedule

Rory McIlroy's Biggest Controversies Explained: Masters Drama and More

Rory McIlroy may have finally completed his golf’s career grand slam, but the Northern Irish star’s last two years on tour have been anything but a victory lap. In a September 2025 interview with The Guardian, McIlroy got refreshingly candid about life in the spotlight. “It is a struggle for me to love the position []

20 Golfers With Highest Career Earnings on PGA Tour

Rory McIlroy has become just the second player on the PGA Tour to earn over 100m.

Rory McIlroy safe from punishment as PGA Tour invokes 'extenuating circumstances' rule

Rory McIlroy has played just nine PGA Tour events in 2026 and could fall short of the circuit's standard 15-tournament minimum, but he is expected to avoid any penalties

Former professionals believe Rory McIlroy simply made too many mistakes as US Open bid ends in frustration

Rory McIlroy ended a frustrating week at the US Open by carding a final round of 73 to finish the tournament six-over-par, with former professional Paul McGinley insisting the Northern Irishman was simply punished for his “mistakes” across the four days.

Fuming Rory McIlroy blows US Open chances as he endures nightmare final round: 'Just go home Rory, f****** hell'

Fuming Rory McIlroy blows US Open chances as he endures nightmare final round: 'Just go home Rory, f****** hell'

Rory McIlroy could be banned from Scottish Open in 2028 as he issues PGA Tour warning

Rory McIlroy is competing in the Scottish Open this week, but the PGA Tour's proposed restructuring could see the Northern Irishman barred from the event in 2028

Rory McIlroy turns heads at Wimbledon by sporting his Masters green jacket at Center Court

Rory McIlroy wore his Masters tournament green jacket to Wimbledon, sitting with wife Erica Stoll and his Ryder Cup teammates at Center Court.

Golfers appear to drive cart off cliff at Payne's Valley Golf Course. See videos.

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Matt Cornett Lived His Best Life During His First Trip to Paris Fashion Week (Exclusive)

And we’ve got the pics to prove it.

Conor McGregor v Max Holloway 2: Live updates from UFC 329

Conor McGregor v Max Holloway 2: Live updates from UFC 329

Former Golfer Jim McLean Was Pronounced Dead Twice From Diverticulitis

Jim McLean is working his way out of the bunker. The former pro golfer, who toured with the PGA for two years before pivoting to running his own golf training programs, shared that he is on the...

Phil Mickelson rep rips Alan Shipnuck after bombshell infidelity report

Last week, Phil Mickelson’s transition from golf’s golden boy to disgraced and disgruntled former legend seemed to reach its natural conclusion. Reporter Alan Shipnuck, author of the definitive, unauthorized biography of Mickelson, published a detailed story for the golf publication Skratch outlining Mickelson’s history of transgressions, including alleged sexual harassment that got him kicked out

Former Huskies making waves in 2026 NBA Summer League

Liam McNeeley posted one of the best Summer League performances of the week against Orlando

McIlroy fades at the US Open with 5 bogeys late after a three-hole run of birdies

SOUTHAMPTON, New York (AP) -- When Rory McIlroy knocked in a 66-footer during a run of three straight birdies Saturday, he looked set for a big move at the US Open. The magic was quickly gone. And once his miserable back nine was over, McIlroy was, too. The Masters champion made five bogeys and shot 40 on the back, finishing with a 3-over 73 that severely damaged, if not entirely ended, his chances of winning. It was a stunning collapse after his birdies on Nos. 5-7 -- the first time he made thr