Rory McIlroy clashes with fan at US PGA after latest ‘USA’ chant
Rory McIlroy had a confrontation with a fan during the final round of the US PGA Championship. The incident occurred after the fan shouted 'USA' while McIlroy was playing, prompting him to respond and alert security. Despite the clash, McIlroy finished tied for seventh in the tournament, which was won by England's Aaron Rai.
- ▪Rory McIlroy clashed with a fan during the final round of the US PGA Championship.
- ▪He told the fan to 'shut the fuck up' and pointed them out to security.
- ▪McIlroy finished tied for seventh, earning $637,050 in prize money.
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Rory McIlroy plays out the bunker on the 16th during the final round of the US PGA. Photograph: Carolyn Kaster/APView image in fullscreenRory McIlroy plays out the bunker on the 16th during the final round of the US PGA. Photograph: Carolyn Kaster/APRory McIlroyRory McIlroy clashes with fan at US PGA after latest ‘USA’ chant Masters champion points out fan to security McIlroy has had prob;em with American crowds before Tournament won by England’s Aaron Rai Guardian sportMon 18 May 2026 07.52 EDTLast modified on Mon 18 May 2026 08.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleRory McIlroy clashed with a fan on Sunday in the final round of the US PGA as chanting from the gallery once again drew his ire.McIlroy was among the challengers on the final day but found heavy rough on the 16th as his bid…
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