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Rory McIlroy’s latest win came after a major gear switch

Rory McIlroy’s latest win came after a major gear switch

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, exiting before the weekend. Event officials confirmed his withdrawal and said he is under medical evaluation.

Rory McIlroy secured his latest win after a major equipment switch, crediting improved consistency and ball-striking to the change. McIlroy said the new gear was pivotal to his title run.

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‘Stop it!’: The *other* ‘magic’ Rory McIlroy shot that won him Irish Open

‘Stop it!’: The *other* ‘magic’ Rory McIlroy shot that won him Irish Open

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open after falling ill, tournament officials said. Fowler reported sudden illness and will miss the rest of the event, altering the weekend leaderboard.

Rory McIlroy’s Irish Open win featured another ‘magic’ moment as a clutch approach on the closing holes shifted momentum, drawing a rapturous “Stop it!” from the gallery and helping seal the title.

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Rory wins 2nd Irish Open title in thrilling playoff

Rory wins 2nd Irish Open title in thrilling playoff

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open Friday after falling ill, tournament officials confirmed. The American left the course and will miss the remainder of the event to recover.

Rory McIlroy clinched his second Irish Open title in a dramatic playoff, birdieing the decisive hole to edge out rivals. The Northern Irishman praised the crowd after a memorable finish.

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How did Rory McIlroy end winless slump? He needed a home game

How did Rory McIlroy end winless slump? He needed a home game

Excerpt 1 (Fowler WD): Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, tournament officials said. He left the course before his next round and will undergo further evaluation; no timetable set for his return.

Excerpt 2 (McIlroy): Rory McIlroy snapped his winless streak with a victory on home soil, citing familiar surroundings and family support as key factors in restoring his confidence and form.

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Hidalgo 1 back after ‘PlayStation’ moment at Irish

Hidalgo 1 back after ‘PlayStation’ moment at Irish

LIV golfers given qualification path to The Open:
The R&A announced a new qualification path for eligible LIV Golf players to earn spots at The Open, a move that alters entry routes and reignites debate over tour integration ahead of the major.

Hidalgo 1 back after ‘PlayStation’ moment at Irish:
Alvaro Hidalgo recovered to sit one behind the leader after a ‘PlayStation’ moment at the Irish, a quirky mishap that briefly derailed him but failed to halt his charge up a compact leaderboard.

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2025 Amgen Irish Open Saturday tee times: Round 3 pairings

2025 Amgen Irish Open Saturday tee times: Round 3 pairings

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, citing nausea and fatigue. Tournament officials said he’s under medical care and will rest while the field is adjusted.

Saturday tee times for the 2025 Amgen Irish Open list Round 3 pairings, with leaders set to tee off mid-morning. Organizers confirmed broadcast windows and highlighted marquee groups for fans.

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McIlroy in Irish Open contention after 6-under 66

McIlroy in Irish Open contention after 6-under 66

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, officials confirmed. The two-time event contender left the course before completing his round, citing sudden sickness and will be monitored by tournament medical staff.

Rory McIlroy surged into contention at the Irish Open after a 6-under 66, carding a flawless round to move up the leaderboard. The Northern Irishman eyes the weekend with renewed momentum and title aspirations.

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