Thursday, March 7, 2013

Golfer McIlroy admits mistake and apologizes

World #1 pro golfer Rory McIlroy started a firestorm of controversy by withdrawing midway through his round last Friday in Palm Beach, Florida. He blamed discomfort from an impacted wisdom tooth, but golf writers instead pointed to his poor performance since switching to Nike golf clubs.

Today, McIlroy apologized for his withdrawal and said he had made a mistake, in part saying this:

I should have stayed out there and tried to shoot the best score possible.... Some people have the pleasure of making mistakes in private. Most of my mistakes are in the public eye. It is what it is and I regret what I did.


The wisdom tooth excuse crept into the statement somewhat, as well as a discussion of his relationship with tennis pro Caroline Wozniacki. But, all in all, not a bad performance from a 23-year-old who is not used to failing. The entire apology is here:

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