Rory McIlroy's quest for the Scottish Open title was significantly hampered by a costly error on the 16th hole Sunday, leading to a candid, self-critical outburst captured on a hot mic.
McIlroy, who had rallied to within two shots of the lead, pulled his shot left of the green and into the fescue. The mistake prompted him to say, "Oh my god, I'm so bad at golf!"
This moment, shared widely on social media, resonated with fans who found his reaction relatable. The DP World Tour account on X (formerly Twitter) posted the soundbite, drawing comments from users saying things like, "Aren't we all, Rory. Aren't we all," and "He's one of us!"
McIlroy went on to bogey the 16th hole, falling three shots behind leader Tom Kim. Despite the gaffe, he remains a favored competitor for next week's Open Championship at Royal Birkdale. The Northern Irishman is a six-time major champion and holds 45 professional wins.