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A unexpected and sad announcement was released by Rory Mcilroy on the evening of March 24, 2025, leaving golf fans around the world. In a short post on X, the world’s No. 2 golfer announced he would withdraw from Houston Open – the event he confirmed to participate just a few days ago – and The Masters, the first Major of the year took place from 10 to 13 April at Augusta National. The reason that Mcilroy revealed only in a few words: “I need time to take care of my health,” but this vague has raised a series of speculation and concern from the golf community, especially when he is at the top form with two big victories at Pebble Beach and The Players Championship earlier this year.
This decision came just days after Mcilroy was full of confidence in preparing for The Masters, where he set a goal to complete the Grand Slam. He planned to play at Houston Open as a final step, but now, the sudden absence in both major events makes people wonder what is really happening. Some sources close that Mcilroy may be facing a more serious health problem than what he is public, although there is no official confirmation from his team. “I am very sad to make this decision, but that’s the best thing for me right now,” he wrote, accompanied by his promise to update more for fans.
The reaction from the golf community is very intense. On X, the hashtag #rorywatch quickly climbed into the top trends, with fans expressing anxiety and disappointment. “Rory withdrew from The Masters? What is happening? Hope he’s fine,” one wrote. Meanwhile, some suggested that this may be a sign that he needs to rest after a dense schedule and pressure from great expectations. Mcilroy, who has nearly a decade for a prestigious blue shirt, shared that he felt that he played better than ever, making this withdrawal even more confusing.
The absence of Mcilroy left a large space at Houston Open and The Masters, where he was always the top candidate. Rivals like Scottie Scheffler or Jon Rahm can now benefit, but the fans’ minds are not in the race but in the health of Northern Ireland golfer. Is this just a short holiday to recover, or what is more serious? Only time will answer, but now, the whole golf world is sending the best wishes to Rory Mcilroy!
