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Rory McIlroy reveals special 2026 Masters plan involving Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus

Rory McIlroy has seen just about everything the game of golf can throw at him, but The Masters in 2026 is set to offer something new for the Northern Irishman.

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Why Rory McIlroy says crowd abuse changed so sharply on the final Ryder Cup day

Rory McIlroy got a rough ride from the American fans at Bethpage Black during the Ryder Cup last September. He was a key figure in Europe’s win, earning 3.5 points from his five matches, but it came with plenty of noise from the crowd.

Brooks Koepka News / Last Word On Sports / January 4

Brooks Koepka LIV Golf Split And The Conversation It Sparked

Throughout the off-season for both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, rumors were flying on who was staying and who was going. One of the unconfirmed rumors was

Tommy Gainey News / Field Level Media / January 4

Tommy Gainey WDs from Korn Ferry opener to clear spot for younger player

Tommy Gainey withdrew from the Korn Ferry Tour's season opener in the Bahamas to allow a younger player to compete, Monday Q Info reported. Gainey, 50, was eligible for the Jan.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / January 4

Rory McIlroy reveals the Augusta tradition that stunned him most

Rory McIlroy has long been regarded as one of the most naturally gifted players of his era, so it would have felt incomplete if he’d gone through his career without ever claiming a Green Jacket.

Tony Jacklin News / HITC / January 4

Tony Jacklin calls LIV star the ‘biggest underachiever’ who lacked courage

The ability to perform under pressure is what separates the legends from the rest. And all of golf’s biggest names share it in common. Tiger Woods and Scottie Scheffler didn’t dominate just because of their skill alone.

Golf News / HITC / January 4

What Colin Montgomerie said that led Fred Funk to call him ‘the biggest jerk in the world’

Colin Montgomerie never really caught on with American fans, and that feeling seemed to be mutual among players too. Despite his strong record in Europe, where he won the Order of Merit eight times, Montgomerie never won a major title or an event in the United States during his prime years.

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / January 4

Rory McIlroy reveals unprecedented experience at 2025 Ryder Cup

The European star has opened up about the mental and physical toll of a dramatic week at Bethpage Black. Rory McIlroy played a decisive role in Europe’s Ryder Cup victory at Bethpage Black in September 2025, delivering standout performances despite enduring one of the most challenging weeks of his career.

Golf News / Field Level Media / January 3

Rory McIlroy on Brooks Koepka in TGL: '(I) would love him to play'

Rory McIlroy said he has no qualms about the prospect of Brooks Koepka joining TGL. And McIlroy's voice likely holds some water given that he is a co-founder of the indoor golf simulation league along with Tiger Woods.

Golf News / HITC / January 3

What Rory McIlroy really thinks about LIV players coming back

The Northern Irishman addressed the future of players like Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka as golf continues to seek unity. The professional golf world

Rory McIlroy News / HITC / January 3

Rory McIlroy reveals what he told US players after Ryder Cup incident

The world number two opened up about tense moments at Bethpage Black and how he addressed actions he was unhappy with. The 2025 Ryder Cup proved to be one of the most emotionally charged tournaments of Rory McIlroy’s career, with the Northern Irishman finding himself at the centre of controversy during the event at Bethpage Black.

Golf News / HITC / January 3

Rory McIlroy says Keegan Bradley failed to calm Ryder Cup crowd

Rory McIlroy believes that Keegan Bradley bears some responsibility for the fan abuse he faced during the Ryder Cup. Over the first two days in particular, the American fans at Bethpage Black were relentless towards Rory McIlroy.

Rory McIlroy News / Field Level Media / January 2

Rory McIlroy's Boston Common get first TGL win vs. Los Angeles

Rory McIlroy's Boston Common Golf finally won its first TGL match at the outset of the league's second season, beating Los Angeles Golf Club 7-5 on Friday night in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.

Golf News / ESPN / January 2

TGL best moments: Boston Common earns first win in team history

Boston Common Golf Club beat Los Angeles Golf Club to open the season with its first-ever win.

Rory McIlroy News / Field Level Media / January 2

Rory McIlroy open to inviting LIV golfers back to PGA Tour

Rory McIlroy says he's open to welcoming competitors who left to join LIV Golf back to the PGA Tour ranks. It's a notable change in public opinion for the five-time major champion, who has been among the most open critics of LIV and its divisive impact on golf.