MacIntyre considers ending season amid Middle East uncertainties

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 3:11 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

MacIntyre considers ending season amid Middle East uncertainties
Summary

Robert MacIntyre may have concluded his season following his tie for sixth at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship on October 1. The Scottish golfer has opted out of the upcoming Spanish Open and is uncertain about competing in events in India or South Korea before the DP World Tour's season finale in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. He cited ongoing tensions in the Middle East as a key factor in his decision-making process. Fellow golfer Matt Fitzpatrick shares similar concerns, while Rory McIlroy plans to continue his schedule as intended. MacIntyre indicated that he may still participate in a December event in the Bahamas, depending on his preparation for next season.

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  • •MacIntyre finished tied for sixth at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship on October 1.
  • •He will not play in this week's Spanish Open.
  • •MacIntyre is uncertain about competing in India or South Korea.
  • •Rory McIlroy plans to play in the upcoming events despite the situation.
  • •MacIntyre may consider a December event in the Bahamas based on his preparations.
Latest Updates
  • 3:11 PMYahoo Sports — MacIntyre may end season over Middle East fears
  • 3:02 PMBBC Sport — MacIntyre may end season over Middle East fears
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Robert MacIntyre may have played his final event of the season because of ongoing uncertainty over the situation in the Middle East.

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Robert MacIntyre may have played his final event of the season because of ongoing uncertainty over the situation in the Middle East.

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