Rory McIlroy Addresses Bryson DeChambeau’s ‘Snub’ Allegation During Masters Final Round
In the aftermath of the 2025 Masters Tournament, a notable incident between Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau has garnered attention. During the final round at Augusta National, DeChambeau remarked that McIlroy “didn’t talk to me once all day,” suggesting a perceived snub during their pairing.
Responding to these comments, McIlroy clarified his stance, emphasizing that his focus was solely on securing victory. “I don’t know what he was expecting. We’re trying to win the Masters. I’m not going to try to be his best mate out there,” McIlroy stated. He further elaborated that his approach was not personal but a strategic decision to concentrate on his game.
Supporting McIlroy’s approach, his sports psychologist, Dr. Bob Rotella, explained that the game plan was to maintain focus and avoid distractions. “We didn’t want to pay attention to what anyone else was scoring, or shooting, or swinging or how far they were hitting it – we just wanted Rory to play his game,” Rotella noted.
DeChambeau, on his part, downplayed any notion of animosity. He acknowledged McIlroy’s focused demeanor, stating, “He was just being stoic the whole day; there was nothing more. I was like, he just didn’t talk to me. It wasn’t a slight; there’s no beef or anything.”
The incident has sparked discussions about player interactions during high-stakes tournaments. While some view McIlroy’s silence as a strategic focus, others interpret it as a deviation from sportsmanship norms. Nevertheless, both players have expressed respect for each other’s game, indicating that the incident is unlikely to affect their professional relationship moving forward.
As the golf season progresses, fans and analysts alike will be keen to observe any future interactions between McIlroy and DeChambeau, especially in upcoming major tournaments.
