Rory McIlroy was at the receiving end of a brutal five-word insult by

Rory McIlroy was at the receiving end of a brutal five-word insult by

Tennis legend John McEnroe recently stirred controversy among golf enthusiasts with a sharp remark regarding Rory McIlroy’s performance in major tournaments. McIlroy, who is currently taking a break after a grueling season on the PGA Tour, has been struggling to secure another major win since his last victory at the 2014 PGA Championship held at Valhalla. Despite coming close in 2024, particularly at the U.S. Open, McIlroy’s efforts fell short when he made three bogeys in his final four holes at Pinehurst No.2, missing out on ending his decade-long wait for a fifth major title.

 

McIlroy, a known tennis aficionado, was spotted in the crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium on a recent Friday, attending the semi-finals of the U.S. Open. During Taylor Fritz’s match against Frances Tiafoe, the cameras caught the 35-year-old golfer, and commentator Chris Fowler described him as “multiple major winner Rory McIlroy.” McEnroe, never one to shy away from voicing his opinions, seized the opportunity to offer a critical take, remarking, “Been a long time though.”

 

The comment quickly sparked a flurry of reactions from golf fans on social media platform X. The backlash was immediate and intense, with users expressing their discontent with McEnroe’s remarks. Some of the responses included:

 

– “Did John McEnroe really have to bring up Rory’s choke job?”

– “That’s a bit rich coming from that gobby numpty!”

– “That guy is a first-class f—ing p—-”

– “What a hater.”

 

In other news, McIlroy’s schedule has recently included an announcement that has piqued the interest of golf fans worldwide. Earlier this week, it was confirmed that McIlroy and World No.1 Scottie Scheffler will team up for a highly anticipated televised match against Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau later this year. Koepka and DeChambeau, both prominent figures in the rival LIV Golf League, will face off against McIlroy and Scheffler in what promises to be a thrilling contest. This event represents a rare chance for golf fans to see four of the sport’s elite players competing together outside the major tournaments.

 

The match is set to take place in Las Vegas this December and is expected to be a significant event in the golf calendar. Since LIV Golf’s inception two years ago, high-profile matches between top male players have been scarce. The PGA Tour and LIV Golf’s financiers, the PIF of Saudi Arabia, have been in discussions about a framework agreement since June of the previous year. However, the two parties have yet to finalize the terms, leaving many in the golf community frustrated with the lack of progress.

 

McIlroy has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with the slow progress in negotiations. He has expressed hope that the upcoming match will not only showcase high-level golf but also serve as a catalyst for bridging gaps between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf. In a statement to Golfweek, McIlroy shared his enthusiasm about the event, saying, “I’m thrilled to partner with Scottie in what promises to be an exciting duel against Bryson and Brooks in Vegas this December. This isn’t just a contest between some of golf’s major champions; it’s an event designed to energize the fans. We’re all here to put on a great show and contribute to a goodwill event that brings the best together again.”

 

As the golf world eagerly awaits this unique showdown, McIlroy’s ongoing quest for another major title and the evolving dynamics between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf continue to capture the sport’s spotlight.