• Football
  • Boxing
  • UFC
  • Home
  • Football
    • England
    • Transfer News
    • Premier League
    • Champions League
    • Lionel Messi
    • Cristiano Ronaldo
    • EA FC 25
    • Wrexham
  • Boxing
    • Tyson Fury
    • Anthony Joshua
    • Oleksandr Usyk
    • Mike Tyson
    • Jake Paul
    • Logan Paul
  • UFC
    • Dana White
    • Conor McGregor
    • Khabib Nurmagomedov
    • Jon Jones
    • Paddy Pimblett
    • Joe Rogan
  • Other Sport
    • Athletics
    • Formula 1
    • MMA
    • Motorsport
    • NBA
    • Darts
    • NFL
    • Snooker
    • Wrestling
    • Tennis
    • Cricket
    • Golf
  • Advertise
  • Terms
  • Privacy & Cookies
  • LADbible Group
  • LADbible
  • UNILAD
  • GAMINGbible
  • Tyla
  • UNILAD Tech
  • FOODbible
  • License Our Content
  • About Us & Contact
  • Jobs
  • Latest
  • Topics A-Z
  • Authors
Facebook
Instagram
X
Threads
Snapchat
TikTok
YouTube
Rory McIlroy makes controversial Masters comment he knows he'll 'get criticised for saying' after Augusta win

Home> Golf

Published 14:58 14 Apr 2025 GMT+1

Rory McIlroy makes controversial Masters comment he knows he'll 'get criticised for saying' after Augusta win

McIlroy risked the wrath of his fans.

Tom Jenkins

Tom Jenkins

Rory McIlroy risked upsetting his home fans after making a controversial confession following his Masters victory on Sunday.

The Northern Irishman became just the sixth man to complete the golf Grand Slam, joining, Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, Gene Sarazen, Ben Hogan, and Gary Player in the exclusive club.

McIlroy took home $4.2 million for his win at Augusta, with his caddie Harry Diamond earning a 10% cut to become the highest-paid caddie in the tournament's history.

Advert

Following his victory, McIlroy admitted he felt more 'relief than joy' and also made an admission that won't go down well back home across the pond.

"This is by far the greatest golf tournament in the world, I'm from a place that I might get criticised for saying that," McIlroy joked.

The 35-year-old may receive some heat for his comments, with The Northern Irish widely regarding The Open as the greater event, particularly with it being held at the Royal Portrush Golf Club in 2025.

Advert

However, McIlroy's adoring fans will likely let him off as he explained exactly why the Masters means so much to him.

"I go back to watching this tournament on the weekend with my father when I was 7 and 8 years old, watching Tiger Woods do what he did in 1997, that was my inspiration to try become what I am today," he explained.

Rory McIlroy with Justin Rose after the 2025 Masters- Getty
Rory McIlroy with Justin Rose after the 2025 Masters- Getty

"To think that I'm up here wearing one of those Green Jackets, honestly, it's a dream come true, like my dreams have been made today."

Advert

It wasn't a straightforward Sunday for McIlroy despite heading into the final day in the lead, as the 35-year-old blew a four-shot lead allowing Justin Rose to take it to a playoff.

Following his win, former winner and golfing legend Woods was quick to congratulate McIlroy via social media.

"Welcome to the club @McIlroyRory," he wrote on X.

"Completing the grand slam at Augusta is something special. Your determination during this round, and this entire journey has shown through, and now you’re a part of history. Proud of you!"

Featured Image Credit: Sky Sports

Topics: Rory Mcilroy, Golf, Tiger Woods, Northern Ireland

Tom Jenkins
Tom Jenkins

Tom Jenkins is a Social Editor and Journalist for SPORTBible. Specialises in Football and F1 but has experience covering a variety of sports such as MMA, Boxing and Cricket. Suffers weekly as an Evertonian.

X

@tomjenkns

Advert

Advert

Advert

Choose your content:

5 hours ago
2 days ago
9 days ago
10 days ago
  • 5 hours ago

    Golf fans demand US Open winner is banned instantly for disgusting act at this year's tournament

    Fans have demanded immediate action after his actions at the US Open

    Golf
  • 2 days ago

    Bryson DeChambeau stuns commentator with 'never-before-seen' US Open rule breach as fans demand he's disqualified

    Plenty of fans felt as though Bryson DeChambeau should have been disqualified for the surprise US Open rule breach.

    Golf
  • 9 days ago

    Donald Trump installed 'fake' plaque commemorating 'made up event' at one of his golf courses

    The U.S. President is often spotted on the golf course in his spare time.

    Golf
  • 10 days ago

    Study reveals why living near golf course could massively increase your risk of developing Parkinson's disease

    A shocking study has revealed why living close to a golf course could increase the chances of developing the neurodegenerative disorder.

    Golf
  • Tiger Woods issues statement after Rory McIlroy wins the Masters and his response speaks volumes
  • Paul McGinley issues statement after receiving backlash for 'bizarre' Rory McIlroy comment at Masters
  • Rory McIlroy fires brutal comment at Bryson DeChambeau after ignoring him in final Masters round
  • Scottie Scheffler speaks out after being slammed for gesture towards Rory McIlroy during Masters ceremony