so disappointed with Rory McIlroy!

golfchick

..took my son down to the Irish Open on Sunday to watch Rory play. We waited at the clubhouse for him to finish his tv interviews after his round and was absolutely amazed at the way he calmly ignored all the kids waiting around to see him!! I was totally shocked:mad:. Very very bad form!!! All the other Irish golfers threw balls to all the kids on each green, signed their hats etc which was lovely.

Just dont know what Rory's problem is.....is it immaturity or plain ignorance???? The golf world doesnt need another Tiger! Would somebody not pull Rory aside and say 'sign autographs for the kids fgs'!!!!

Good role model for kids?????...after what i witnessed, no way!:eek:

average_runner

In fairness he was signing autographs all week and the open last week and most of the Irish weekend. Maybe he was jsut tired after the two competitions. He might of jsut wanted to get away from it all and have a break, we all need it sometimes!

abouttobebanned

I personally think he's an arrogant twat.

heavyballs

you defo can't judge him just on that one experience,i have met him a couple of times and always found him friendly enough and have seen him at a couple of events signing more than any other pro,
it's a pity for your kid but you can't please all of the people................

Gophur

The price of being a celebrity, eh? The Public own you.

(Or, they think they own you!)

Starie1975

Was down at the open myself, he was in an alwful mood on Saturday, we followed him for the first 4 holes (when he was playing well) seen him again on the 17th, big bold face on him.

I think he was have a bad day and we'll put it down to that.

Dermo

Gophur wrote: »

The price of being a celebrity, eh? The Public own you.

(Or, they think they own you!)

and you're not allowed to have an off day. god forbid somebody sees you and your not all smiles and ready to please

blackwaterfish

abouttobebanned wrote: »

I personally think he's an arrogant twat.

so you know him personally then?

Arrogance from a 21yr old isnt exactly unusual is it? especially a rather talented and so far incredibly successful 21 yr old.
ive never seen any evidence of his apparent arrogance ( thats not to say your wrong ) but i would understand it. but not condone it.
as tiger would say " it is what it is", arrogant teens/young-uns are prevailant now anyhow.
if i had his money and all his hype id be the biggest dickhead ever.

aster99

I've never heard a bad word said about him before. And having been at the Jp Mcmanus pro am for 2 days and again 2 days in Killarney from what i saw he signs as much as anyone possibly can and tries his best to please all. To me he's a brilliant young fella and hard to believe he's only 21.

Squeaksoutloud

Saw him driving out of the course on Sat evening fairly sharpish in his Audi sports car and with his girlfriend. The Gardai actually stopped him to let the people coming out of the course to cross the road. He was sitting there while everyone was figuring out who was behind the wheel! Suppose after a bad day on the course you wouldnt be hanging around too quickly and want to see everyone either.

DH2K9

golfchick wrote: »

..took my son down to the Irish Open on Sunday to watch Rory play. We waited at the clubhouse for him to finish his tv interviews after his round and was absolutely amazed at the way he calmly ignored all the kids waiting around to see him!! I was totally shocked:mad:. Very very bad form!!! All the other Irish golfers threw balls to all the kids on each green, signed their hats etc which was lovely.

Just dont know what Rory's problem is.....is it immaturity or plain ignorance???? The golf world doesnt need another Tiger! Would somebody not pull Rory aside and say 'sign autographs for the kids fgs'!!!!

Good role model for kids?????...after what i witnessed, no way!:eek:

Do you play golf? When you have an extremely bad day when you know you can do better you would be extremely pissed off. He just wanted to get out of there as quickly as possible and remember he is 21 so he will get more pissed off with a bad round then somebody else will. Having seen him at JP and the 3 Irish Open he signed as many autographs as possible so give the lad a break.

Swingguru

I have just read this and can honestly say 'Golfchick' is talking through her posterior! Perhaps it's her that didn't get enough attention from Master McIroy! I've been at amateur and pro events where Rory has played and been in attendance, and he is generally a total gentleman. He even took time once to show my 5 year old how to grip and swing it! Everyone has an off day and I assume Rory was just knackered and ready for a good rest. Let the young lad head off, relax with the girlfriend, practice for Whistling Straits and head out there and romp it. I think he has a great chance out there.

Russman

I agree with the general sentiment so far, he's only 21 and can't be expected to be 100% on top of his PR game all the time.
Its obviously unfortunate for your son, and I hope he isn't put off Rory too much as a result, but I've heard mostly nothing but good things said about him.

Just one of those things

Qwerty27

Ur first post on here is to have a go at the guy, just casue he didnt stop and sign a few autographs....amazing.

Are you Maud Flanders by any chance?!?

blackwaterfish

Swingguru wrote: »

Perhaps it's her that didn't get enough attention from Master McIroy!

Eh.... what?!

curly from cork

Swingguru wrote: »

I have just read this and can honestly say 'Golfchick' is talking through her posterior! Perhaps it's her that didn't get enough attention from Master McIroy! I've been at amateur and pro events where Rory has played and been in attendance, and he is generally a total gentleman. He even took time once to show my 5 old how to grip and swing it! Everyone has an off day and I assume Rory was just knackered and ready for a good rest. Let the young lad head off, relax with the girlfriend, practice for Whistling Straits and head out there and romp it. I think he has a great chance out there.

get a grip swing guru. you may not agree with the OP ( i dont as it happens ) but i hardly think it merits that type of personal comment.
it is golfchicks 1 st post . welcome to boards

BiffoGooner

What in the World..?I suppose it is down to when you catch a certain person, but watching him at the JP Pro-am, I thought he was an absolute legend with the fans.Signed absolutely everything that was put in front of him on both days, from all ages, and if I had a cent from everytime I heard 'He's a lovely lad' down there I'd be rich.That said it's possible his dissapointing fortnight at St.Andrews and Killarney might have had him in bad form, but sure he's human, ya know!

Oliverdog

I personally think that we've not seen the best of Rory yet. He's certainly a bit of a hot-head but his potential is there for all to see.
I followed him on Saturday for a few holes, and must admit that we saw him punt his driver off the 8th tee when he let one go miles right. Just a red mist moment, in my view. He was getting pretty frustrated, and virtually checked out of the tournament soon after.

BUACHAILL

Perspective people ! He is 21, he is not an experienced pro and it is a breath of fresh air to see a 21 year old slam his club in anger and show just exactly what he expects from himself at that age. Most 21 year olds would be just delighted to be in the event but not McElroy he wants to win everything,and thats the difference in class between him and most others. He is a very mature kid and is known for his kind,friendly conduct and willingness to sign autographs and mix with the public. It doesnt mean he should be at everyones beck and call all the time.

Leave the kid alone we are lucky to have such a talent and he has given back a lot more than most already !!

Golfchick I think you were just unlucky he had come off a rare bad round and wanted to go home, dont hold it against him.
Welcome to boards by the way !!

Aidric

If I was him I'd be pissed off about the way I'd played on the weekend also. Having seen him in other events he is far from rude. At the JP in particular he couldn't have been more giving of his time.
I remember one incident when he was walking up the 8th. There was a young kid with his Dad outside the ropes just off the green. The kid had a plastic club and ball and was swinging away when McIlroy caught his eye. 'Are you gonna hit it for me' he said and the kid took a big swing and connected with the ball. McIlroy left out a big cheer and clapped the kid. The kid was too young to fully appreciate but it was a touch of class from McIlroy.

JerryHandbag

OP you obviously didnt see him signing kids autographs directly after he won the US tour event this season? Golfers are under no obligations to go sign autographs, its up to them, and if you dont like it then tough.

I know if I just had a bad round it would be head down and straight for the clubhouse, autograph hunters would be the last thing on my mind.

golfchick

http://www.irishtimes.com/newspaper/sport/2010/0805/1224276236358.html

I think some of what Rory's says in this article explains alot....

BTW we are big Rory fans, always have been, even while he was coming up thru the amateur ranks etc.

My 1st post wasnt motivated by any alterior motives - it was just an expression of disappointment for my son who adores Rory. Obviously we caught him on a bad day which is a pity but we'll continue to support him regardless. His talent & future potential is inspiring for junior golf in this country.

AGC

More quotes today:

“At the Irish Open I just sort of let my head go down and just sort of tried to get to the clubhouse as fast as possible.

“You’re going to have days like that and other days you’re going to wake up and you’re going to hit it great and you’re going to see the lines of putts and they’re going to go in.

“Everyone tells me ’Rory, just be patient’.”


Read more: http://www.breakingnews.ie/sport/patience-key-for-mcilroy-468876.html#ixzz0wJiLqxV3

bullmccabe2010

Rory=massively overrated for a guy who has won once on the US tour. Good golfer, but hardly the golfing genius that the press keep referring to him as.

FlutterinBantam

Ahemmm

Go back under your slate Bull.


That's total rubbish.

Are you trying to make a name for yourself here or something.

Nothing else would justify those comments.


You fool nobody;)

JMB88

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

Rory=massively overrated for a guy who has won once on the US tour. Good golfer, but hardly the golfing genius that the press keep referring to him as.

Next to Tiger and possibly Sergio ... McIlroy for his age is one of the greatest the world has seen. In a few years the guy could and probably will have multiple major wins. Theres no doubt he's an unbelievable talent ... to say he's overrated is stupid.

A.Partridge

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

Rory=massively overrated for a guy who has won once on the US tour. Good golfer, but hardly the golfing genius that the press keep referring to him as.

Eh, Conno....exactly how many usernames have you got?:D

BackScrub

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

Rory=massively overrated for a guy who has won once on the US tour. Good golfer, but hardly the golfing genius that the press keep referring to him as.

Some posts just have a way of making you do a double-take and shouting WTF!!!.

"A good golfer". Jesus wept.

heavyballs

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

Rory=massively overrated for a guy who has won once on the US tour. Good golfer, but hardly the golfing genius that the press keep referring to him as.

that's just pure Bull , McCabe

GorHugh

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

Rory=massively overrated for a guy who has won once on the US tour. Good golfer, but hardly the golfing genius that the press keep referring to him as.

Good lad bull, It only took you 15 posts to show your lack golf knowledge ... it's blatantly obvious to the world Rory is top class and then some !!!

JerryHandbag

Go on Bull, take the Yank....tis your field!

whatawaster

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

Rory=massively overrated for a guy who has won once on the US tour. Good golfer, but hardly the golfing genius that the press keep referring to him as.

Actually, it's quite clear that Rory is a genius.

His consistency last season on the European Tour was remarkable, and over the last 2 years i'd say he's been in the top 5 in the world in terms of ranking points earned.
And he's only 21.

He's going to challenge strongly for majors in the next 12 months. He'll throw away a couple before he wins one, in all likelihood.

He'll never be Woods good - but he could surpass the likes of Mickleson if he realises his potential.

BackScrub

I'm going to put my cards on the table here.

I've been watching golf avidly since the late 70's. In my view Rory is the best ball striker I've ever seen - bar none.

He has a swing that's simply pure poetry in motion. He has the tempo, the balance, the timing - everything in fact. Seeing him swing live for the first time in Limerick the other week was something else. It sounds ridiculous but I think I could stand there for an hour watching the finish to his swing.

For all that, he has his weaknesses. His putting can be dubious but I think it's improved fractionally recently. He does pull the odd drive as well and now and again the short game goes awry. However, he readily admits himself he's far from the finished article. I'm driven to despair at the amount of double bogeys he makes, but I'm putting it down to his attacking nature. I think as he gets older he'll cut out the mistakes he makes.

It's hard to believe he's only 21, he seems to be around for ages already. In that time, the amount of top tens he's racked up is incredible. He has all notable commentators drooling over his swing, several of his peers have said he's the world #1 in waiting and there is a certain aura about him.

It's sad to see people being negative about maybe, just maybe the most prodigious sporting talent this Island has ever produced and I don't say that lightly.

youcancallmeal

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

Rory=massively overrated for a guy who has won once on the US tour. Good golfer, but hardly the golfing genius that the press keep referring to him as.

bullmccabe2010

They said the same things about Adam Scott, Justin Rose, Chris Wood etc that they are saying about Rory now. I don't dispute that he's a great golfer, but all this wishful thinking about what he might become in years to come is a little bit premature as he has yet to prove himself as a winner. He is constantly compared to Tiger and until he starts winning multiple Majors and proving he is half the golfer Tiger is, then it's all just media speculation which the public are buying into.

Let's face it. Rory is destined to be another mid pack golfer who thinks he is better than he is and also thinks he is too good to sign a few autographs. (What this thread was originally about)

It is heartwarming to see all the support though for a British golfer. Pity we don't see the same support for Lee Westwood who up until injury was a strong contender for number 1 in the world.

jimbling

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

They said the same things about Adam Scott, Justin Rose, Chris Wood etc that they are saying about Rory now.

em, no they didn't. Perhaps it could be compared to Sergio when he first came on the scene.

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

I don't dispute that he's a great golfer, but all this wishful thinking about what he might become in years to come is a little bit premature as he has yet to prove himself as a winner.

em, prove himself as a winner? lol, seriously? He's 21 and has a career earnings of €4.5 million. Finished second in the Race to Dubai last year. He has a PGA tour win (first player since Tiger Woods to win a PGA Tour event prior to his 21st birthday) in his first 6 months on the tour.
bah, need I continue?

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

He is constantly compared to Tiger and until he starts winning multiple Majors and proving he is half the golfer Tiger is, then it's all just media speculation which the public are buying into.

Every up and coming talent is going to be compared to Tiger.... it's natural.

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

Let's face it. Rory is destined to be another mid pack golfer who thinks he is better than he is and also thinks he is too good to sign a few autographs. (What this thread was originally about)

It's possible.... but unlikely. At the moment the only think stopping him from greatness is his temperament (and possibly his putter a little). I believe it's far more likely he will get more consistent with experience. Get grittier on the bad days and learn to control his emotions better.

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

It is heartwarming to see all the support though for a British golfer. Pity we don't see the same support for Lee Westwood who up until injury was a strong contender for number 1 in the world.

lol, okay.... now I know you're a troll...... wish I hadn't bother replying the rest. :rolleyes:

gawoo1012

blackwaterfish wrote: »

so you know him personally then?

Arrogance from a 21yr old isnt exactly unusual is it? especially a rather talented and so far incredibly successful 21 yr old.
ive never seen any evidence of his apparent arrogance ( thats not to say your wrong ) but i would understand it. but not condone it.
as tiger would say " it is what it is", arrogant teens/young-uns are prevailant now anyhow.
if i had his money and all his hype id be the biggest dickhead ever.

I reckon you're their without the money and the hype!!:D

BiffoGooner

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

They said the same things about Adam Scott, Justin Rose, Chris Wood etc that they are saying about Rory now.

None of those players shot a 62 on the final day to win one of the biggest events, and on one of the toughest courses, on the PGA tour at 20 years of age.He's already well ahead of where the majority of Golf's big names were at his age.The only exception is Tiger but Rory himself freely admits he'll never match up to what Tiger's done, and there's no shame in that.I think Rory could win 7 or 8 majors, maybe more.An Arnold Palmer or Tom Watson type career is achieveable for him.

aidan18

golfchick wrote: »

..took my son down to the Irish Open on Sunday to watch Rory play. We waited at the clubhouse for him to finish his tv interviews after his round and was absolutely amazed at the way he calmly ignored all the kids waiting around to see him!! I was totally shocked:mad:. Very very bad form!!! All the other Irish golfers threw balls to all the kids on each green, signed their hats etc which was lovely.

Just dont know what Rory's problem is.....is it immaturity or plain ignorance???? The golf world doesnt need another Tiger! Would somebody not pull Rory aside and say 'sign autographs for the kids fgs'!!!!

Good role model for kids?????...after what i witnessed, no way!:eek:

I Saw him alright flying thru the crowd of children signing every 10 or so !!
The best was the Asian golfer NO who borrowed my sons marker and signed about 10 hats around my son then returned the pen without signing my sons hat... now theres' manners.

shawpower

aidan18 wrote: »

I Saw him alright flying thru the crowd of children signing every 10 or so !!
The best was the Asian golfer NO who borrowed my sons marker and signed about 10 hats around my son then returned the pen without signing my sons hat... now theres' manners.

In fairness, I'd say that was an oversight rather than bad manners.

No point in replying to the trolls about Rory. He's pure quality. Whether he gets to match Tiger's exploits is unlikely, but that doesn't mean he can't win majors and be a "great".

He has question marks over his putting, and his temperment is that of a 21 year old where he blows up on a bad day, instead of grinding out a 73-74 round. But his talent is there to see, along with potential for further improvement.

brun36

rory is a fantastic talent thats plain to see. I think there is a chink in his mental makeup however. He gives up way too easy. 2nd round of the british open, last week in Firestone and all week at the Irish. The greatest players in the history of the game NEVER give up. Even the most talented ones. Nicklaus, woods. In fact I think the danger in being so talented so young is that you dont really have to grind unlike say Harrington and Hogan. I just hope that we arent going to see another garcia in the making. If you dont grind when things are going badly how the hell will you reach your potential. It never goes well all the time...especially in golf. I think he will win majors and but I think he will have to learn some grind.

BiffoGooner

brun36 wrote: »

rory is a fantastic talent thats plain to see. I think there is a chink in his mental makeup however. He gives up way too easy. 2nd round of the british open, last week in Firestone and all week at the Irish. The greatest players in the history of the game NEVER give up. Even the most talented ones. Nicklaus, woods. In fact I think the danger in being so talented so young is that you dont really have to grind unlike say Harrington and Hogan. I just hope that we arent going to see another garcia in the making. If you dont grind when things are going badly how the hell will you reach your potential. It never goes well all the time...especially in golf. I think he will win majors and but I think he will have to learn some grind.

He could well win this yet, you'll be eatin' your words then.:P

copacetic

brun36 wrote: »

rory is a fantastic talent thats plain to see. I think there is a chink in his mental makeup however. He gives up way too easy. 2nd round of the british open, last week in Firestone and all week at the Irish. The greatest players in the history of the game NEVER give up. Even the most talented ones. Nicklaus, woods. In fact I think the danger in being so talented so young is that you dont really have to grind unlike say Harrington and Hogan. I just hope that we arent going to see another garcia in the making. If you dont grind when things are going badly how the hell will you reach your potential. It never goes well all the time...especially in golf. I think he will win majors and but I think he will have to learn some grind.

Absolute unadulterated rubbish. Everyone 'gives' up. Woods did only last week if you had any knowledge of golf you would know that.

In one line you claim Rory gives up and did last week and the next that Woods never does. The fact that Rory beat him by 23 shots seems to have escaped your attention?

As for Nicklaus, great player also, but by your standards be gave up entirely from 67 to 70.

brun36

copacetic wrote: »

Absolute unadulterated rubbish. Everyone 'gives' up. Woods did only last week if you had any knowledge of golf you would know that.

In one line you claim Rory gives up and did last week and the next that Woods never does. The fact that Rory beat him by 23 shots seems to have escaped your attention?

As for Nicklaus, great player also, but by your standards be gave up entirely from 67 to 70.

I know Woods didnt play his best last week but having not been able to watch much of the golf (which doesnt mean that I havent any knowledge of golf) the bit I saw I didnt see him give up one bit. The man in my opionion doesnt know what give up is. He is going through one of the highest profile personal meltdowns in history so he could be forgiven even if he did give up at the moment. the same doesnt apply to Rory.

the fact that woods was beaten by 23 shots doesnt mean that he didnt try equally hard on every shot or harder that Rory. If you knew anything about golf yourself you would understand that you can do you best but play poorly.

I'm not sure what you point is about Nicklaus. Just because he went through a lean time doesnt mean he didnt try. in fact he went through the horrors with his chipping. You seem to be equating good golf with trying which is very niave. My point is that the true greats give it their best at all times.

BiffoGooner

Phil gives up on an almost weekly basis at times when he's not playing well.You wouldn't call him a great player?

brun36

copacetic wrote: »

Absolute unadulterated rubbish. Everyone 'gives' up. Woods did only last week if you had any knowledge of golf you would know that.

In one line you claim Rory gives up and did last week and the next that Woods never does. The fact that Rory beat him by 23 shots seems to have escaped your attention?

As for Nicklaus, great player also, but by your standards be gave up entirely from 67 to 70.

BiffoGooner wrote: »

He could well win this yet, you'll be eatin' your words then.:P

I really do think he is fantastic but I think he will have to grind to win majors....and I do hope it is this week...

bullmccabe2010

The fact that McIlroy finished 23 shots ahead of Tiger counts for nothing when Rory didn't actually win. If you ain't first-you're last!

who what when

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

Rory=massively overrated for a guy who has won once on the US tour. Good golfer, but hardly the golfing genius that the press keep referring to him as.

Dont turn the field into a golf course bull, dont think its really youre game!

brun36

BiffoGooner wrote: »

Phil gives up on an almost weekly basis at times when he's not playing well.You wouldn't call him a great player?

To be honest I dont see Phil giving up hardly at all. I think he gives it his best all the time. Look at this week. He really ground the first 2 rounds out. He plays a high risk kind of game but that doest mean that he gives up. You never see him throwing a club or loosing the head ala Sergio last night. I know he had a bad sunday last week and I didnt see it but I would be most suprised if he gave up.
He is a great player and incredibly talented but I dont have him up there will the all time greats. There are numerous players ahead of him in the all time greats and I see him as somewhat of an underachiever given his talent. His flaws are mostly down to hitting it all over the place off the tee and course management/decision making not giving up.

bullmccabe2010

who what when wrote: »

Dont turn the field into a golf course bull, dont think its really youre game!

That statement makes no sense grammatically or any other way!

It seems anyone who doesn't jump on the Rory bandwagon on this site is deemed to have little knowledge of golf. Armchair golf fans rarely know what they are talking about as they rely on tv pundits for their information. The majority of people on here need to lower their handicap and I'm not talking about the one on the golf course.

thelongfellow

bullmccabe2010 wrote: »

That statement makes no sense grammatically or any other way!

It seems anyone who doesn't jump on the Rory bandwagon on this site is deemed to have little knowledge of golf. Armchair golf fans rarely know what they are talking about as they rely on tv pundits for their information. The majority of people on here need to lower their handicap and I'm not talking about the one on the golf course.

Another gem.