Rory McIlroy admits struggles after skipping PGA Tour events for summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Rory McIlroy is competing in the final pairing of the BMW Championship on Sunday alongside Wyndham Clark, who leads the tournament. Despite McIlroy trending upward, he reflected on his decision to skip several PGA Tour events this summer to prioritize time with family. He expressed that this time off has affected his game, admitting he gained weight and was out of touch with golf. Currently, he is tied for 15th at 5-under par, five shots behind Clark, suggesting that the outcome of this week could impact the Player of the Year debate.
- •McIlroy is in the final pairing at the BMW Championship.
- •Wyndham Clark leads the tournament, five shots ahead of McIlroy.
- •McIlroy skipped PGA Tour events to enjoy summer with family.
- •He feels out of touch with golf after his time off.
- •McIlroy is currently tied for 15th at 5-under par.
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Rory McIlroy Makes Honest Admission on Career Decision to Skip PGA Tour Events
"Rory McIlroy is in the final pairing of the BMW Championship on Sunday, alongside solo leader Wyndham Clark. But even with his game now trending in the right direction at Bellerive Country Club, the six-time major winner believes he is still not there yet. McIlroy’s summer took a hard turn after a flat finish at […] The post Rory McIlroy Makes Honest Admission on Career Decision to Skip PGA Tour Events appeared first on HEAVY.
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