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Rory McIlroy’s Outburst Overshadows Aaron Rai’s First Major

5/21/2026

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Rory McIlroy shouted at a spectator and called security during the final round at Aronimink.
He started the round behind leader Alex Smalley, shot a 1-under-par 69, and missed the Wanamaker Trophy.
Aaron Rai won his first major by finishing nine under par, a three-shot margin that earned nearly $3.7 million.
After the tournament, McIlroy said he will take weeks off before returning at the Memorial Tournament in June.

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Rory McIlroy shouted at a spectator and called security during the final round at Aronimink.
He started the round behind leader Alex Smalley, shot a 1-under-par 69, and missed the Wanamaker Trophy.
Aaron Rai won his first major by finishing nine under par, a three-shot margin that earned nearly $3.7 million.
After the tournament, McIlroy said he will take weeks off before returning at the Memorial Tournament in June.