Rory McIlroy struggles at Tour Championship, faces criticism for mistake
Fox News • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 9:13 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Rory McIlroy encountered difficulties during the Tour Championship on August 28, 2026, where his chip shot rolled back to his feet twice on the third hole, resulting in a double bogey. McIlroy began the day at 2-under par but faced backlash for his approach. This incident draws attention as McIlroy seeks to recover in the ongoing tournament, which features a substantial $10 million prize fund.
- •McIlroy achieves a double bogey on the third hole.
- •He started the round at 2-under par.
- •Criticism arose over his playing strategy.
- •The Tour Championship offers a $10 million prize.
- 9:13 PMFox News — Rory McIlroy makes embarrassing mistake in $10 million tournament, announcer rips him for being too 'cute' - Fox News
- 5:59 PMNew York Post — Rory McIlroy getting ‘cute’ turns into disaster at $10 million Tour Championship - New York Post
"Rory McIlroy's chip rolled back to his feet twice on the same hole at East Lake, leading to a double bogey during the Tour Championship second round.
"McIlroy was at 2-under entering the third hole of his second round at East Lake when disaster struck.
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External links- Fox NewsAug 28, 2026, 9:13 PMRory McIlroy makes embarrassing mistake in $10 million tournament, announcer rips him for being too 'cute' - Fox News
Rory McIlroy's chip rolled back to his feet twice on the same hole at East Lake, leading to a double bogey during the Tour Championship second round.
- New York PostAug 28, 2026, 5:59 PMRory McIlroy getting ‘cute’ turns into disaster at $10 million Tour Championship - New York Post
McIlroy was at 2-under entering the third hole of his second round at East Lake when disaster struck.
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