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The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Rory McIlroy hilariously mocks himself in wholesome moment as kid approaches him with green jacket at RBC Canadian Open
MASTERS CHAMPION Rory McIlroy took aim at himself as he returned to the course at the RBC Canadian Open. The Down ace had the laugh with a young fan at the TPC Toronto after bumping into a the kid wearing a mini version of the famous Green Jacket. Advertisement 2 Rory McIlroy shared a wholesome moment with a young fan ahead of the RBC Canadian Open Credit: PGA TOUR 2 The Down ace will look to defend his RBC Canadian Open this week The four-time major winner stopped for photos and autographs during Wednesday's Pro-Am at TPC Toronto, and couldn't resist a cheeky line when he saw the infant in the famous Masters colours. World number two McIlroy referenced his long-awaited Masters victory in April which saw him finally complete the career Grand Slam. He joked: "It took me a little longer to get one of those,' The viral clip, shared by the Advertisement read more on golf The 35-year-old begins his RBC Canadian Open campaign on Thursday. Holywood hotshot McIlroy will be aiming to win the event for a third time after previous triumphs in 2019 and 2023. McIlroy will lead the field at this week's RBC Canadian Open as the two-time champ headlines a stacked 156-man field. World No. 2 McIlroy is joined by the likes of Ludvig Åberg, Sam Burns, Shane Lowry, Tom Kim, Justin Rose, Sahith Theegala and home favourites Corey Conners, Mackenzie Hughes and Nick Taylor. Advertisement Most read in Golf The total prize pot stands at $9.8 million, with a whopping $1.76m and 500 FedExCup points going to the winner. Scotland's Ryder Cup sta Robert MacIntyre returns as defending champion after his emotional breakthrough win in 2024. He held off Ben Griffin by a single shot at Hamilton Golf & Country Club with his dad Dougie on the bag. All the action gets underway on Thursday live on Sky Sports Golf. Advertisement
Irish Daily Mirror
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Scottie Scheffler breaks down in tears over chat with wife that inspired win
Scottie Scheffler was visibly moved as he recalled a pivotal conversation with his wife that set him on the path to clinching his first Masters title. The top golfer, fresh from celebrating his third major win with a commanding five-shot victory at Quail Hollow, looked back on the pep talk that propelled him to glory in April 2022. Scheffler, who had ascended to the world number one spot just before heading to Augusta National three years prior, was gearing up to take the lead into the final day of the Masters when the reality hit him that he was on the cusp of securing his first major. He attributed an emotional exchange with his wife, Meredith, as the catalyst for his success and the moment he slipped on the prestigious Green Jacket. "I remember it was a pretty windy week, and the golf course was playing so tough. Really, my goal was just to hang in there and play well," Scheffler recounted during a chat with Rolex. "I did a good job of that. I went into Sunday with a three-shot lead. "Going into Sunday morning, it's the final round of the Masters. I wake up, turn on the TV, and start watching the golf. It seemed like all they could talk about was me. "I think it kind of dawned on me: 'holy smokes, this is a really big deal. I've worked my whole life to have a chance to win the Masters.' I was a bit overwhelmed. I remember crying a lot. Just because I was able to sit there with my wife," he shared, reports the Mirror. "She's my biggest supporter, she knows me better than anybody. She saw me go from being a fairly anonymous player of the Tour to being number one in the world. Then, to have a chance to win my first major, she kind of reminded me why I go out and play." Scottie Scheffler, visibly moved, recounted the touching conversation with his wife that still evokes strong emotions. "If I lost that day, she loves me the same, and it's the same for my family," he said. "I get emotional because I really believe that. At the end of the day, the tournament doesn't define who I am as a person. We have a saviour, He's the guiding light for our lives, and that's really what she told me that morning." Since his first Masters triumph, Scheffler has scooped up another 16 titles, including prestigious wins at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, Players Championship, Masters again, RBC Heritage, Memorial Tournament, Travelers Championship, and wrapped up the year with the Tour Championship. Adding the recent PGA Championship to his list, Scheffler talks about the sheer weight of that momentous victory—yet it seems that memories of his initial Masters victory eclipse all, even when a four-putt on the final green narrowed his lead to just three strokes from Rory McIlroy. Recalling the pressure of the final hole, Scheffler couldn't help but chuckle. "That got me to smile more because it was kind of a funny thing, but at the end of the day, it was pretty awesome," he confessed. "Meredith was the first one to meet me on the green after. "It's just the most beautiful setting you can imagine, and my family's there. I'm so grateful for those people and so it was really cool for us to have that moment together."
Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Scottie Scheffler reduced to tears as he talks about wife in emotional interview
Scottie Scheffler has won three major championships, but the golf star was overcome with emotion as he recalled how his wife helped him win the Masters in 2022 Scottie Scheffler was overcome with emotion as he remembered a crucial chat with his wife before clinching his first Masters title. The newly-crowned PGA Championship winner, who recently celebrated his third major victory with a five-stroke triumph at Quail Hollow, reflected on the conversation that spurred him to success in April 2022. Scheffler, who had just climbed to world number one before he travelled to Augusta National three years ago, was preparing to lead the fourth day at the Masters when it struck him that he could be about to win his first major. He credited a heart-to-heart with his wife, Meredith, for giving him the push he needed to don the coveted Green Jacket. "I remember it was a pretty windy week, and the golf course was playing so tough. Really, my goal was just to hang in there and play well," Scheffler said in an interview with Rolex. "I did a good job of that. I went into Sunday with a three-shot lead. "Going into Sunday morning, it's the final round of the Masters. I wake up, turn on the TV, and start watching the golf. It seemed like all they could talk about was me. "I think it kind of dawned on me: 'holy smokes, this is a really big deal. I've worked my whole life to have a chance to win the Masters.' I was a bit overwhelmed. I remember crying a lot. Just because I was able to sit there with my wife," he explained. "She's my biggest supporter, she knows me better than anybody. She saw me go from being a fairly anonymous player of the Tour to being number one in the world. Then, to have a chance to win my first major, she kind of reminded me why I go out and play." The memory still stirs profound feelings for Scheffler, who teared up while remembering the heartfelt conversation with his wife. "If I lost that day, she loves me the same, and it's the same for my family," he said. "I get emotional because I really believe that. At the end of the day, the tournament doesn't define who I am as a person. We have a saviour, He's the guiding light for our lives, and that's really what she told me that morning." Since claiming his maiden Masters title, Scheffler has bagged another 16 titles, including the Arnold Palmer Invitational, Players Championship, Masters, RBC Heritage, Memorial Tournament, Travelers Championship, and the Tour Championship throughout 2024. Scheffler's recent PGA Championship victory adds to his catalogue of unforgettable achievements. However, none may rival the feeling of his first Masters win, even if a four-putt on the final hole narrowed his lead to a mere three strokes ahead of Rory McIlroy. "That got me to smile more because it was kind of a funny thing, but at the end of the day, it was pretty awesome," Scheffler admitted. "Meredith was the first one to meet me on the green after. "It's just the most beautiful setting you can imagine, and my family's there. I'm so grateful for those people and so it was really cool for us to have that moment together."
Belfast Telegraph
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Belfast Telegraph
Rory McIlroy watching on at Europa League final in Spain as fans in NI celebrate in unique way
The Holywood star was rubbing shoulders with football pundit and Man United legend Rio Ferdinand after his private jet touched down in the Spanish city on Wednesday morning. McIlroy was also photographed receiving a team shirt from former United star Wayne Rooney. McIlroy's Gulfstream G650ER was spotted arriving in George Best Belfast City Airport at around 6.40am before returning to the air in less than an hour at 7.26am. As a long-time United fan, McIlroy was congratulated by team boss Ruben Amorim after his Grand Slam success in April which was 'really important' for the club. Amorim invited the Co Down man to Old Trafford to show off his trophy, which he accepted — adding he will also bring his Green Jacket 'if it can inspire some better play'. The five-time major winner has even suggested he plans to one day invest in his favourite football club. McIlroy was one of almost 50,000 football fans at Bilbao's San Mamés Stadium who watched the Red Devils take on London's Spurs. A total of 80,000 fans descended on Spain's largest northern city. Meanwhile, in Northern Ireland, fans of the two English sides poured into their local pubs to watch both teams battle for the Europa glory and a place in next year's top-flight competition, the UEFA Champions League. Supporters at one Belfast bar were treated to a unique treat for the final which saw the price of their pints dropping to as low as 70p — depending on who was winning. The American Bar brought the price of their stout back to what it was when both finalists last lifted a European Trophy. Fans had the opportunity to avail of £4.20 pints of Guinness if Man Utd got ahead, as they were in 2017 when United lifted the Europa League. However, if Spurs took the lead, pints instead reflected the 1984 rate from when the London side lifted the UEFA Cup. Spirits were high and the drinks were flowing in the small bar based in Sailor Town as supporters enjoyed its special offer as well as revelling in the excitement of the spectacle. Long-time American regular, Jim McCann, has been supporting the Red Devils since Belfast-born football legend George Best played for the side. The superfan said he welcomed a United victory, due to their poor performance in the Premier League this season, and hoped lifting the trophy would result in 'better quality of [players] to bring in.' 'I suppose it's back in the day, your dad supported the team,' Jim said. 'When you grow up, you support it. 'I'm 60-odd now, so back in the day when I was doing it, it was George Best. So that's what you done. He supported United, we supported United.' He added: 'We need new people to come in, better quality of people to bring in. We need somebody to go out and find the right ones.' While locals chatted with bar staff and assumed their regular seats, the special drinks discount meant curious first-time visitors also flocked to the bar for the all-English final. Ciaran and James, both 35, had their eyes glued to the screen as the friends hedged their bets on a United victory. It was Ciaran's first visit to the Sailortown bar, despite only living a short drive away, and was drawn to pub after seeing their pints offer. 'I would happily pay £50 a point if United win,' he said. 'The pints offer, it's a good one which I've never heard of that before.' The cheap pints were also what drew in Shane (22) and Sean (21) who both had a Guinness in hand. It was Shane's first time at The American. The Spurs fan said: 'I came in and I didn't know it was here. I'd heard about it just from different people — but it's a really nice atmosphere.' Co-owner of The American, Pete McCloskey, explained how the unique pint offer came to fruition after he was discussing it with his business partner and Nottingham fan, Tomas, about potential ideas. Pete said: 'He was bleating that if Forest win the Premier League, he's going to buy a keg of Guinness and he'll sell it at whatever price it was when Forest last won the league.' The pair then decided to follow through with the idea as Pete's favourite club, Spurs, were featuring in the Europa League Final. 'We were like, we could do it like that, that could be fun. We could do it if, rather than if Spurs win, we'll sell a keg, people will come down to watch the game and be invested in it. 'And I hate when you go into a pub and there's football on. But if we're going to do it, let's do it in a way that will involve everybody.' Man U fan Hannah Lyons, who was resting on a booth with her pet pooch, Wren, said she wasn't as conflicted about the Spurs getting ahead due to Guinness not being her drink of choice. The east Belfast woman said: I go everywhere with my little furry companion. So I just love coming down here, because it's always good — it's a good vibe.'
Belfast Telegraph
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Belfast Telegraph
McIlroy among tens of thousands spectating Europa League Final in Spain as fans in NI celebrate in unique way
The Holywood star was rubbing shoulders with football pundit and Man United legend Rio Ferdinand after his private jet touched down in the Spanish city yesterday morning. McIlroy was also photographed receiving a team shirt from former United star Wayne Rooney. McIlroy's Gulfstream G650ER was spotted arriving in George Best Belfast City Airport at around 6.40am before returning to the air in less than an hour at 7.26am. As a long-time United fan, McIlroy was congratulated by team boss Ruben Amorim after his Grand Slam success in April which was 'really important' for the club. Amorim invited the Co Down man to Old Trafford to show off his trophy, which he accepted — adding he will also bring his Green Jacket 'if it can inspire some better play'. The five-time major winner has even suggested he plans to one day invest in his favourite football club. McIlroy was one of almost 50,000 football fans at Bilbao's San Mamés Stadium who watched the Red Devils take on London's Spurs. A total of 80,000 fans descended on Spain's largest northern city. Meanwhile, in Northern Ireland, fans of the two English sides poured into their local pubs to watch both teams battle for the Europa glory and a place in next year's top-flight competition, the UEFA Champions League. Supporters at one Belfast bar were treated to a unique treat for the final which saw the price of their pints dropping to as low as 70p — depending on who was winning. The American Bar brought the price of their stout back to what it was when both finalists last lifted a European Trophy. Fans had the opportunity to avail of £4.20 pints of Guinness if Man Utd got ahead, as they were in 2017 when United lifted the Europa League. However, if Spurs took the lead, pints instead reflected the 1984 rate from when the London side lifted the UEFA Cup. Spirits were high and the drinks were flowing in the small bar based in Sailor Town as supporters enjoyed its special offer as well as revelling in the excitement of the spectacle. Long-time American regular, Jim McCann, has been supporting the Red Devils since Belfast-born football legend George Best played for the side. The superfan said he welcomed a United victory, due to their poor performance in the Premier League this season, and hoped lifting the trophy would result in 'better quality of [players] to bring in.' 'I suppose it's back in the day, your dad supported the team,' Jim said. 'When you grow up, you support it. 'I'm 60-odd now, so back in the day when I was doing it, it was George Best. So that's what you done. He supported United, we supported United.' He added: 'We need new people to come in, better quality of people to bring in. We need somebody to go out and find the right ones.' While locals chatted with bar staff and assumed their regular seats, the special drinks discount meant curious first-time visitors also flocked to the bar for the all-English final. Ciaran and James, both 35, had their eyes glued to the screen as the friends hedged their bets on a United victory. It was Ciaran's first visit to Sailor Town bar, despite only living a short drive away, and was drawn to pub after seeing their pints offer. 'I would happily pay £50 a point if United win,' he said. 'The pints offer, it's a good one which I've never heard of that before.' The cheap pints were also what drew in Shane (22) and Sean (21) who both had a Guinness in hand. It was Shane's first time at The American. The Spurs fan said: 'I came in and I didn't know it was here. I'd heard about it just from different people — but it's a really nice atmosphere.' Co-owner of The American, Pete McCloskey, explained how the unique pint offer came to fruition after he was discussing it with his business partner and Nottingham fan, Tomas, about potential ideas. Pete said: 'He was bleating that if Forest win the Premier League, he's going to buy a keg of Guinness and he'll sell it at whatever price it was when Forest last won the league.' The pair then decided to follow through with the idea as Pete's favourite club, Spurs, were featuring in the Europa League Final. 'We were like, we could do it like that, that could be fun. We could do it if, rather than if Spurs win, we'll sell a keg, people will come down to watch the game and be invested in it. 'And I hate when you go into a pub and there's football on. But if we're going to do it, let's do it in a way that will involve everybody.' Man U fan Hannah Lyons, who was resting on a booth with her pet pooch, Wren, said she wasn't as conflicted about the Spurs getting ahead due to Guinness not being her drink of choice. The east Belfast woman said: I go everywhere with my little furry companion. So I just love coming down here, because it's always good — it's a good vibe.'
