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PGA Tour ace delivers X-rated accusation at Rory McIlroy – ‘Give me a break’

Rory McIlroy irked US Ryder Cup vice-captain Kevin Kisner after suggesting he wanted to grow golf in India as he competes in the DP World Indian Championship

By Scott Trotter · Express

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 9:44 PM

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Kevin Kisner accused Rory McIlroy of participating in the DP World Indian Championship solely for a massive appearance fee.
McIlroy is reportedly receiving £7.5 million after signing a multi-year global ambassador agreement with sponsor DP World.
Kisner claimed on a podcast that McIlroy recited scripted lines rather than genuinely aiming to expand global golf.

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PGA Tour golfer Kevin Kisner criticized Rory McIlroy for claiming he is playing in the DP World Indian Championship to help grow the game of golf. Kisner asserted that McIlroy's motivation is financial, noting the Northern Irishman is reportedly earning a £7.5 million appearance fee following an ambassadorship deal with DP World.

Kisner argued on the Fore Play Podcast that players are reciting scripted lines to justify appearance fees at Delhi Golf Club. On the course, McIlroy sat in a tie for 40th place and 10 shots off the lead when play was suspended due to darkness on day three.

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PGA Tour ace delivers X-rated accusation at Rory McIlroy – ‘Give me a break’

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