‘No Medal for Rory’: McIlroy’s Olympic Collapse Draws Cruel Laughs From Fed-Up Fans

The 2024 Paris Olympics men’s golf competition has reached its dramatic conclusion, with Scottie Scheffler standing tall to claim the coveted gold medal. Four days of electrifying action at the iconic Le Golf National course had fans on the edge of their seats, cheering on the world’s top golfers as they battled for Olympic glory. But amidst this, disappointment lingered for Rory McIlroy, whose daring bid for a medal was cruelly snatched away. Moreover, the Northern Irishman’s performance has reignited the cruel jokes from fans on X who couldn’t resist taking a dig at his misfortune. 

“No medal for Rory. #Paris2024,” posted a golf enthusiast, as McIlroy’s Olympic dreams went up in smoke after a costly double bogey on the 15th hole derailed his medal hopes at the Olympics men’s golf competition. The 35-year-old had started the final round four shots of the leaders, but a promising start and a thrilling run of five consecutive birdies had lifted him into contention. However, his momentum was abruptly halted on the 15th.

McIlroy’s second shot rolled off the green and into the water, resulting in a devastating double bogey. Despite finishing with three consecutive pars, McIlroy’s 15-under total was only good enough for a tie for fifth with Spaniard Jon Rahm. Both medal candidates ended with two shots shy of the bronze medal won by Japan’s Hideki Matsuyama. 

This latest setback is another bitter pill for McIlroy to swallow, coming on the heels of his decade-long wait for a fifth major title being extended at the recent US Open. Similarly, missed putts have cost him dearly, and now he’s faced with the agony of missing out on an Olympic medal for the second consecutive time. Additionally, the memory of his heartbreaking playoff loss for bronze in Tokyo still lingers, and this latest near-miss will only add to his frustration.

Moreover, Rory McIlroy’s final round will be remembered for all the wrong reasons, as fans pondered him with comments on social media.

Social media roast: Fans react to Rory McIlroy’s Olympics agony

As McIlroy’s Olympic dreams faded, fans took to social media to express their thoughts. While some were quick to mock his misfortune, others offered constructive criticism. “McIlroy chokes again…. Ffs man” wrote one fan, highlighting the fans’ frustrations when their favorite golfers fail to perform under pressure. 

Another fan suggested that McIlroy’s struggles may be psychological. He wrote, “Is there not a sports psychologist that can fix McIlroy?” The playful jab implies that McIlroy’s issues may be mental rather than physical. In June this year, legendary golfer Annika Sorenstam gave her view on the 4x major champ’s woes. The 10x major winner said, “It’s not just about the technique; it’s about handling the intensity when everything is on the line.” After the heartbreaking US Open loss.

Some fans even suggested that McIlroy’s falloff was worthy of study, with one netizen commenting, “Rory’s falloff needs to be studied.” This remark highlights how fans have taken notice of his struggles in major tournaments. In fact, despite being a 26-time PGA Tour champion, McIlroy’s performance in his last 15 major championships tells a different story. He has secured 8 top-10 finishes, including 3 runner-up spots, yet consistently falls short of claiming the top prize. 

Finally, one fan joked that McIlroy’s strengths are limited to the first 14 holes, writing “Rory is one of the best 14-hole golfers ever. He would absolutely sit out every 4th quarter if this were hoops”. This comment pokes fun at McIlroy’s tendency to falter in the final stretch of tournaments as he did in the final round of the coveted Paris Olympics.

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