Source: BroBible
Summary
Cameron Young played his final round of the Masters in silence while paired with Rory McIlroy. Young said there was little conversation between them, but he didn’t take it personally. McIlroy has been accused of being cold to his playing partners in the past, including Bryson DeChambeau at last year’s tournament. McIlroy’s focus on the game seemed to pay off, as he won the tournament and became a two-time Masters champion.
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The habit gets a new name.
Professional golfers focusing intensely on their game is not a new trend. However, when it comes to Rory McIlroy, it’s a familiar narrative. He’s been known to shut out his playing partners, including Bryson DeChambeau and now Cameron Young. It’s not personal, it’s just business. Or is it just his personality?
McIlroy’s silence on the course is starting to sound like a pre-game ritual. Will it become a trademark of his game?
One thing is certain: it’s working for him.
Rory McIlroy’s silence is the new Tiger Woods’ red shirt on Sundays.
