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Rory McIlroy's Olympic Dreams: Golf's Water Hazard Took Him Down!

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Rory's shot at Olympic glory takes a detour to the drink – find out how a double bogey ruined his medal hopes!

Rory McIlroy's Olympic medal aspirations came crashing down at the Paris 2024 Games, and all it took was a little water! Hot off a stunning run of five birdies that lit up the course, McIlroy was in a prime position heading into the latter part of the tournament. In a roller-coaster ride of tension mixed with anticipation, fans held their breath as he soared into a tie for third place on the back nine. Tragically, hopes shattered like glass when McIlroy’s wedge approach on the challenging 15th hole found the depths of a greenside lake, leading to a costly double bogey that ultimately sunk his chances of making it onto the podium.

Even as the dream of an Olympic medal slipped away, McIlroy maintained a positive outlook. Speaking after the event, he described the tournament as “one of the best golf experiences” he’s had throughout his illustrious career. It’s clear that the excitement of competing on such a grand stage added a unique thrill despite the heartbreaking conclusion. Rory praised the intensity and spirit of Olympic golf, indicating that it could soon rival legendary events like the Ryder Cup in terms of excitement and prestige.

While McIlroy might be kicking himself for that fateful shot on the 15th, the buzz around the event had everyone talking. Daniel Wiffen from Armagh was also in the spotlight, vying for his second gold in the 1500m freestyle, proving that the games weren't just about golf but showcased a plethora of Irish talent. The Olympic spirit, of triumph and heartache, is coursing through every corner of the event, uniting athletes from around the globe.

Finally, it's worth noting that Rory's journeying under the Irish flag comes from years of pride and recognition. Though he identifies more with Britain, McIlroy has never strayed from his roots at the national level and continues to be a role model for many young golfers in Ireland. As we look forward to the next Olympics, let's keep our hopes high that this golfing superstar will find his stride again, hopefully with fewer watery distractions!

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Rory McIlroy's Olympic medal hopes end in a watery grave (Independent.ie)

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Olympics latest: Rory McIlroy in contention for golf medal | Offaly ... (Offaly Independent)

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Olympics latest: Rory McIlroy in contention for golf medal | Meath ... (Meath Chronicle)

A double bogey on 15 proved costly as he ended the week on 15 under par and in a tie for 5th place.

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Paris 2024: McIlroy falls short of medal despite surge (RTE.ie)

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Rory McIlroy: "Holy s---, what just happened?" (Golfmagic.com)

Rory McIlroy has offered his verdict on the Olympics after he came up short of securing a medal at Le Golf National in Paris.

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Rory McIlroy's Olympic Games medal hopes ended by double bogey ... (Belfast Newsletter)

Rory McIlroy's hopes of picking up an Olympic Games medal in Paris were ended by a double bogey at the 15th hole – an error which came after a stunning ...

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Olympics latest: Rory McIlroy in contention for golf medal | Anglo Celt (Anglo Celt)

A double bogey on 15 proved costly as he ended the week on 15 under par and in a tie for 5th place.

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Olympics latest: McIlroy just misses out on a medal after finishing fifth (BreakingNews.ie)

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Paris 2024: Rory McIlroy hails 'one of the best golf tournaments' he's ... (Eurosport.com AU)

Golf superstar Rory McIlroy hails 'one of the best golf tournaments' he's ever played after just missing out on a medal at the Olympic Games Paris 2024.

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Rory McIlroy says Olympic golf has potential to match Ryder Cup ... (ESPN.co.uk)

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Rory McIlroy Gives Amazing Description Of Olympic Golf Despite ... (Balls.ie)

Rory McIlroy gave a brilliant description of golf at the Olympics despite suffering a disappointment end to the tournament in Paris.

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More frustration for Rory McIlroy as Scottie Scheffler's stunning ... (The Irish Times)

Five-hole birdie blitz had Rory McIlroy firmly in medal contention but a wedge into the water on 15th scuppered his hopes as Scottie Scheffler secured ...

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Ireland loses out on Olympic golf medals as Rory McIlroy faces ... (The Irish Sun)

RORY McILROY saw his medal hopes sink when he found the water on the 15thhole.A run of five straight birdies had seen McIlroy move into a tie fo.

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Why does Rory McIlroy play golf for Ireland at the Olympics? (The Independent)

McIlroy has said he “feels more British” than Irish but always played under the Irish flag when competing on a national stage as a junior and felt no need to ...

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Rory McIlroy sings praises of Olympic golf as 'one of the best ... (GolfDigest.com)

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Rory McIlroy, Victor Perez and Paris Olympic medals that got away ... (pgatour.com)

The Irishman told the infant that he'd have a gold medal to chew on soon, shortly before the elder Scheffler grew emotional in accepting his gold medal for Team ...

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Rory McIlroy's 'sh*tshow' remark underscores deep appeal of ... (Golf.com)

Ireland's Rory McIlroy on the 18th hole during the Men's Golf Individual Stroke Play Round 4. Rory McIlroy at Le Golf National on Sunday. getty images.

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McIlroy gathered a crowd and momentum, but not a medal (RTE.ie)

RTÉ Sport's Raf Diallo looks back on a day of following Rory McIlroy around for the day as the Team Ireland golfer came close to a medal before a ...

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Olympics latest: Rory McIlroy in contention for golf medal ... (Westmeath Examiner)

A double bogey on 15 proved costly as he ended the week on 15 under par and in a tie for 5th place.

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Olympics latest: Rory McIlroy in contention for golf medal | Meath ... (Meath Chronicle)

Daniel Wiffen missed out on his second goal medal, but did claim bronze, and his second medal of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Wiffen was heavily tipped to ...

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Rory McIlroy says Paris 2024 Olympic Games 'unlike any other ... (Eurosport.com)

Ireland's Rory McIlroy described Paris 2024 as “golf's coming out party at the Olympic Games” after a raucous atmosphere inspired a thrilling final day.

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Rory McIlroy: 'I feel I've been golf's nearly man for the last three years' (Irish Examiner)

Rory McIlroy believes the Ryder Cup and the Olympics are the best golf tournaments because players do not play for money and you see the sport in its purest ...

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Rory McIlroy fed up with 'nearly man' tag after Olympic medal hopes ... (Independent.ie)

Rory McIlroy insists he must shake off his “nearly man” tag after a gut-wrenching double bogey derailed his medal charge in a scintillating finish to the ...

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Rory McIlroy's makes telling admission as PGA Tour star reflects on ... (Irish Mirror)

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