Golfer Rory McIlroy avoided the media after a disappointing 4-over par first round at the U.S. Open at Oakmont. This continues a pattern of him not speaking to reporters since winning the Masters in April. Despite a strong start, his performance declined on the back nine, leaving him eight strokes behind the leader, J.J. Spaun. While not contractually obligated to speak, his silence is notable compared to other major sports leagues.
Rory McIlroy evades media after disappointing 1st round at US Open
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Golfer Rory McIlroy avoided the media after a disappointing 4-over par first round at the U.S. Open at Oakmont. This continues a pattern of him not speaking to reporters since winning the Masters in April. Despite a strong start, his performance declined on the back nine, leaving him eight strokes behind the leader, J.J. Spaun. While not contractually obligated to speak, his silence is notable compared to other major sports leagues.
- 1 April: Rory McIlroy wins the Masters.
- 2 Last month (May): McIlroy did not speak to reporters at the PGA Championship.
- 3 Thursday (June 12, 2025): McIlroy plays first round of U.S. Open, finishes 4-over par, evades media.
- 4 This weekend: U.S. Open wraps up.
- 5 Future: McIlroy expected to compete in the Ryder Cup.
- McIlroy's silence continues
- Media speculation
- Disappointing start to U.S. Open
What: Rory McIlroy avoided the media after a disappointing first round at the U.S. Open.
When: Thursday (June 12, 2025) for the first round; since April (Masters win).
Where: Oakmont (U.S. Open venue).
Why: Disappointing performance (4-over par) and a continued pattern of avoiding media interaction since his Masters win.
How: He bypassed reporters and spectators, going directly into the clubhouse.