A fellow PGA Tour professional got here to the protection of Rory McIlroy after his epic U.S. Open meltdown that led to him finally taking a fast break from golf over the subsequent few weeks.
Shane Lowry, winner of the 2019 Open Championship, took to social media to inform golf followers that their commentary on McIlroy’s efficiency at Pinehurst No. 2 final week does nOt need to be stated in any respect.
McIlroy, searching for his first main victory in a decade, fell only one stroke behind Bryson DeChambeau after bogeying three of his remaining 4 holes, which included lacking par putts inside 5 ft on 16 and 18.
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Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland, left, and Shane Lowry of Ireland pose with the trophy after the ultimate spherical of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans at TPC Louisiana on April 28, 2024 in Avondale, Louisiana. (Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
“From the surface trying in … this sport is simple,” Lowry wrote in his put up on X. “But in actuality it’s the worst sport of all. We are very lucky to get what we do from this sport however over the past 24 hours it’s hit me. We do it for not solely ourselves however for our household, mates and followers.
“What Rory has gone by way of is as powerful because it will get in our sport however I wish to encourage folks if something please be form.”
RORY MCILROY BREAKS SILENCE AFTER CRUSHING LOSS AT US OPEN, STEPPING AWAY FROM GOLF TO ‘PROCESS EVERYTHING’
Lowry’s put up included an image of him and McIlroy smiling large on a golf course.
McIlroy was seen dejected when DeChambeau buried his par putt after a miraculous 55-yard bunker shot to get on the 18th inexperienced to win his second profession U.S. Open.
He declined an interview after the event was completed, and he was final seen storming out of Pinehurst No. 2 to his car to depart the grounds.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland, left, and Shane Lowry of Ireland rejoice on the 18th inexperienced after profitable the ultimate spherical of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans at TPC Louisiana on April 28, 2024 in Avondale, Louisiana. (Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)
Then, McIlroy broke his silence through social media, making an announcement that he wouldn’t be enjoying on the PGA Tour till the Genesis Scottish Open, the place he’s reigning champion, on July 11.
“Yesterday was a tricky day, most likely the hardest I’ve had in my practically 17 years as knowledgeable golfer,” McIlroy’s assertion on X started.
“Firstly, I’d wish to congratulate Bryson. He is a worthy champion and precisely what skilled golf wants proper now. I feel we will all agree on that.
“As I replicate on my week, I’ll rue a couple of issues over the course of the event, largely the two missed putts on 16 and 18 on the ultimate day. But, as I at all times attempt to do, I’ll have a look at the positives of the week that far outweigh the negatives. As I stated at the beginning of the event, I really feel nearer to profitable my subsequent main championship than I ever have. The one phrase that I might describe my profession as is resilient. I’ve proven my resilience time and again within the final 17 years and I’ll once more.”
McIlroy will probably be lacking this week’s Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Connecticut, the Rocket Mortgage Classic at Detroit Golf Club and the John Deere Classic at TPC Deere Run in Illinois.
“I’m going to take a couple of weeks away from the sport to course of every thing and construct myself again up for my protection of the Genesis Scottish Open and The Open at Royal Troon,” he wrote.
Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland, left, and Shane Lowry of Ireland look on throughout the remaining spherical of the Zurich Classic of New Orleans at TPC Louisiana on April 28, 2024 in Avondale, Louisiana. (Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
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McIlroy ended the assertion by writing, “See you in Scotland” with a peace signal emoji.
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