Golf influencer Paige Spiranac has come to Rory McIlroy's defence after the Northern Irishman faced criticism for skipping media sessions during the US Open at Oakmont Country Club. The decision to avoid reporters following his first two rounds raised eyebrows in the golf world,

Rory McIlroy Faces Backlash After Controversial Decision Following Poor U.S. Open Start originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Rory McIlroy was off to a hot start on Thursday morning in the opening round of the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club, going out in two-under par through his opening nine holes.

Paul McGinley has come to the defence of Rory McIlroy as his post-Masters woes continued with a difficult start at the US Open.

Rory McIlroy was in a reflective mood after his final round at the US Open and opened up about his personal life while explaining his controversial media snub to the press

Rory McIlroy Gives Unacceptable Answer on Driver Controversy originally appeared on Athlon Sports. When Rory McIlroy finally spoke on driver testing at the Canadian Open on Wednesday, it somewhat closed one door and opened another. If you forgot about what happened three weeks ago at the PGA Championship, let’s catch up.

During the US Open at Oakmont, Rory McIlroy skipped post-round interviews following his second round. As a result, he has faced criticism from golf enthusiasts.

I feel like I’ve driven the ball well all week,” McIlroy said. “Really encouraged with the driver and how I drove it as well. It’s not necessarily the driver, it’s mo