The Hecklers Are Targeting Rory McIlroy. Can He Tune Them Out?

The golfer had generally ignored any stupidity. We’re seeing what happens when you flinch, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Mar. 20

McIlroy tight-lipped about apologetic heckler incident

Rory McIlroy kept quiet on Thursday about a practice-round incident at The Players Championship in which he took a heckler's phone, a critic who later apologized to the four-time major ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Rory McIlroy Takes Heckler’s Phone During Practice Round in Viral Video

The unruly guest, identified as a University of Texas golfer, was escorted out of the event

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Players Championship 2025: Heckler from practice round apologizes to Rory McIlroy and PGA Tour

The University of Texas golfer was allegedly seen having his phone taken by McIlroy as he walked off the tee box

CBS Sports - Mar. 14

Rory McIlroy wins and Masters expectations rise

Winning The Players Championship gave Rory McIlroy so much he doesn't need

ABC News - Mar. 18

The Players Championship purse, payouts: How much is up for grabs this week for Rory McIlroy, J.J. Spaun at TPC Sawgrass?

Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun will head out for a three-hole playoff on Monday.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

Fan who had phone snatched by Rory McIlroy is top US amateur golfer

If Rory McIlroy treats his rivals with the same contempt he dished out to one of America’s top college golfers who crassly heckled him at The Players Championship, then there will be only one ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13

Players Championship live updates: How to watch Rory McIlroy-J.J. Spaun playoff, format

Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun have three holes and each other between them and the 2025 Players Championship title.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Rory McIlroy takes phone after being heckled by NCAA winner at The Players

A University of Texas men’s golfer was reportedly escorted out of TPC Sawgrass following an incident with Rory McIlroy during Tuesday’s practice round for The Players.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13

Rory McIlroy takes drama out of playoff to win The Players and build momentum to the Masters

Rory McIlroy has won The Players Championship in a three-hole playoff against J

ABC News - Mar. 17

The Players Championship: Rory McIlroy, J.J. Spaun end the day tied, will face off Monday in playoff

Rory McIlroy couldn't hold a three-shot lead, and he and J.J. Spaun will play for The Players on Monday morning.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

Rory McIlroy ignores bogeys to find himself in Players Championship mix

A valiant closing birdie kept Rory McIlroy in the hunt for a second Players Championship crown after tough conditions here at the Stadium Course had seemingly forced the world No 2 out of contention.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

Rory McIlroy to return on fifth day for playoff against JJ Spaun

Players Championship to be settled over three holes Leading pair back on Monday after weather delay Rory McIlroy’s bid for a second Players Championship will rumble into a fifth day. He may well ...

The Guardian - Mar. 16

Rory: Tiger injury 'sucks,' hope he plays in 2026

Rory McIlroy doesn't believe golf fans will get to see Tiger Woods competing on the PGA Tour this season, but he said he wouldn't be surprised if the 15-time major champion attempts another comeback.

ESPN - Mar. 12

Rory McIlroy fires 67 at The Players, even as he struggles with his greatest weapon

McIlroy had seven birdies in Thursday's opening round even though he hit only four of 14 fairways on the Stadium Course.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13

Rory McIlroy mum on video of him taking phone from University of Texas player heckling him

Rory McIlroy was interested only in his good start to The Players Championship on Thursday than discussing a heckling incident in which he took the phone of a University of Texas player who had ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Rory McIlroy mum on video of him taking phone from University of Texas player heckling him

Rory McIlroy shot a 67 at The Players Championship

ABC News - Mar. 13

Winner's Bag: Rory McIlroy, 2025 Player's Championship

See a complete list of the gear Rory McIlroy used to win for the second time at TPC Sawgrass.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

2025 Masters: Rory McIlroy shares perspective on changes to Augusta National course after early practice round

McIlroy took a trip to Augusta National for a quick practice round before heading out to the Houston Open

CBS Sports - 11h

2025 Masters: Rory McIlroy shares perspective on changes to Augusta National course after early practice round

McIlroy took a trip to Augusta National for a quick practice round before heading out to the Houston Open

CBS Sports - 11h

Star Texas golfer apologizes after heckling Rory

University of Texas golfer Luke Potter has apologized after he reportedly was removed from the grounds at TPC Sawgrass earlier this week for heckling star golfer Rory McIlroy.

ESPN - Mar. 14

The Players Championship: Lucas Glover, Camilo Villegas lead field; Rory McIlroy one stroke back

On a rough day for some stars, Rory McIlroy and others stepped up at Sawgrass.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13

How to watch Monday's playoff with Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun in the 2025 Players Championship

Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun will be in a Monday playoff to determine the winner of The Players Championship.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Players Championship three-hole playoff: How Rory McIlroy beat J.J. Spaun, shot-by-shot

The three-hole playoff in The Players Championship, shot-by-shot, won by Rory McIlroy.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Varying vibes as J.J. Spaun and Rory McIlroy head to Monday Players playoff

J.J. Spaun and Rory McIlroy both played their way into a Monday playoff at The Players. That was good for one, not as much for the other.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Rory McIlroy's career PGA Tour wins: A list of every event McIlroy has won on Tour

Rory McIlroy collected his 28th career PGA Tour win at The Players Championship. Here's all of his Tour titles.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Rory McIlroy in the lead at The Players as rain threatens a Monday finish

The Players Championship turned into a race against time on Sunday when thunderstorms halted play right after Rory McIlroy surged into a one-shot lead on the back nine. McIlroy, already a winner ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

Fan who heckled Rory McIlroy at Players Championship after errant shot apologizes

A college golfer who drew Rory McIlroy's attention with an ill-timed comment is attempting to mend fences.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Everything we know about Rory McIlroy getting heckled by a college golfer at The Players

A Texas Longhorns golfer attending a practice round at The Players was removed following an incident with Rory McIlroy.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

UT golf star Luke Potter apologizes for heckling Rory McIlroy at The Players in Florida

University of Texas golf star Luke Potter apologized after heckling Rory McIlroy from the sidelines of The Players at TPC Sawgrass.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

The Players Championship: Rory McIlroy leads Sunday as final round suspended due to weather

Rory McIlroy holds a one-shot lead over J.J. Spaun with play suspended due to lightning.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

The Players Championship: How to watch Rory McIlroy, J.J. Spaun in their Monday playoff at TPC Sawgrass

Rory McIlroy and J.J. Spaun will compete in a three-hole playoff on Monday morning in Florida.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16

Watch: Rory McIlroy shares adorable moment with daughter Poppy after winning Players

Rory McIlroy's daughter, Poppy, was waiting by the 18th green after his win and gave him a flower to celebrate.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

2025 Players Championship purse is $25 million. Rory McIlroy snags prize money Monday

Rory McIlroy bested J.J. Spaun in Monday's playoff for The Players Championship win at TPC Sawgrass.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Players Championship: Rory McIlroy beats J.J. Spaun in three-hole St. Patrick's Day playoff

The Players Championship was finally decided on a chilly Monday morning in the first playoff since 2015. Rory McIlroy beat J.J. Spaun.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Rory McIlroy defeats J.J. Spaun in Monday playoff at 2025 Players Championship

Rory McIlroy won The Players Championship in a Monday finish over J.J. Spaun that featured three dynamic playoff holes at the TPC Sawgrass, a harsh wind and very little drama.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

Rory McIlroy, golf's most consistent player for 15 years, seeking second Players title | D'Angelo

A 68, that included a bogey on his final hole of the day has Rory McIlroy squarely in the chase for his second Players Championship victory at 9-under.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14