Rory McIlroy silences drunken fan with witty seven-word comment on return to action
Rory McIlroy hilariously shut down a fan who was singing his praises during a practice round at St. Andrews this week. The Northern Irishman took his opportunity to dish out some fighting talk ahead of next year’s Ryder Cup, where Team Europe will seek to retain their title on American soil.
McIlroy was watched by a crowd of spectators during 18 holes at St. Andrews’ historic old course. On the final hole, one American fan, who appeared to have sunk one too many, loudly tried to get the golfer’s attention.
Referencing the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black – one of New York’s finest golf clubs – McIlroy cupped his hands around his mouth and shouted back: “You’re not gonna love us next year!”
Referencing the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black – one of New York’s finest golf clubs – McIlroy cupped his hands around his mouth and shouted back: “You’re not gonna love us next year!”
The 35-year-old’s next challenge lies at the Paris Olympics, where the men’s tournament kicks off at Le Golf National on Thursday. McIlroy has explained his decision to represent Ireland instead of Team GB at the Games.
“As I said, previously, once I left trying not to upset anyone aside, then it was actually a pretty easy decision,” he said. “The decision was: I’m going to play golf for the country or the nation that I’ve always played for through my junior and amateur days and now into the professional game. And that’s Ireland.”
The four-time major winner will hope to do his nation proud with an improved performance after missing the cut at The Open earlier this month. McIlroy posted +11 for his worst two-round score at a major in over a decade, before American Xander Schauffele went on to win the event at Royal Troon.
