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Rory McIlroy Faces Scrutiny for Repeating Controversial Augusta National Move Ahead of The Open as He Misses Another PGA Tour Event

The Tour cited handbook language allowing exemptions for foreign members and extraordinary circumstances as McIlroy’s absence raised questions about his 15-event minimum.

After defending his Masters title this year, Rory McIlroy revealed that he spent weeks practicing at Augusta National to prepare. His major-winning preparation routine is back in the spotlight as he skipped the Travelers Championship 2026, but this time the debate extended beyond the game. Three weeks before the Open Championship, the World No. 2 was spotted practicing at Royal Birkdale, and fans couldn’t stand it this time. Sir Nick Faldo bumpe…

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Rory McIlroy upbeat for The Open after early visit to Birkdale

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Great Yorkshire Radio broke the news on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
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