Rory McIlroy makes controversial Masters comment he knows he’ll ‘get criticised for saying’ after Augusta win.
Rory McIlroy risked upsetting his home fans after making a controversial confession following his Masters victory on Sunday.
The Northern Irishman became just the sixth man to complete the golf Grand Slam, joining, Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, and Gary Player in the exclusive club.
McIlroy took home $4.2 million for his win at Augusta, with his caddie Harry Diamond earning a 10% cut to become the highest-paid caddie in the tournament’s history.
The win brought McIlroy more relief than delight while he confessed an idea that people in his home country across the Atlantic Ocean would not appreciate.
McIlroy joked about the great status of this golf tournament although he faces possible criticism due to his place of origin.
A potential backlash awaits McIlroy regarding his statements because Northern Ireland views The Open as more prestigious than any other golf tournament especially since 2025 brings The Open to Royal Portrush Golf Club.
Many supporters of McIlroy are likely to forgive him because he demonstrated precisely what the Masters stands for to him.
He described how his interest in golf began when he watched Tiger Woods win at the age of 7 as a young boy together with his father.
It’s a spectacular experience for me to wear a Green Jacket at this moment since my dreams truly materialized.
McIlroy encountered difficulty on last Sunday even though he started with a four-shot advantage because Justin Rose forced him into a playoff after his lead faded.
The day after winning the tournament McIlroy received congratulations from golf great and previous event champion Woods via his social media platforms.
Augusta National offers something extraordinary when golfers accomplish beating each of the major tournaments there. Your dedication in this round as well as your entire journey has proven itself and secured a place in golfing annals for you. Proud of you!”
