Cameras Catch Rory McIlroy Meltdown at Oakmont Club in US Open originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Cameras in the grandstands and on broadcasting towers were rolling as Rory McIlroy reached his breaking point during the second round of the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club.
After misplacing his drive at the drivable par‑4 17th, McIlroy spun around in frustration and unleashed a powerful swing, obliterating the white tee marker with his driver.
The outburst quickly went viral on social media, underscoring just how punishing Oakmont can be. He was not the only one; several others, like Scottie Scheffler and Shane Lowry, also lost their cool during the event.
Despite that meltdown and an earlier club‑throw on the par‑5 12th, McIlroy rallied when it mattered most. After flirting with disaster through much of his round, he rolled in a clutch five‑foot birdie putt on the 18th hole to card a 72 and squeeze past the cutline at six‑over par.
“This should be at least a fine if not further penalty. He has played a tough Open and performed poorly before so this emotion isn’t new.” A fan commented.
“Was glad to see him get the slam but hard to root for a guy who behaves like this” Another said.
“Good thing he won at Augusta cuz my man does not handle failure any better than a petulant child.” One fan posted.
🚨🪓😤 #TEE BOX SMASH — Rory McIlroy ERUPTS in frustration after a poor drive on 17, smashing the tee box marker 😡 @TrackingRory
— NUCLR GOLF (@NUCLRGOLF) June 13, 2025
“Classless behavior from Rory McIlroy. Don’t judge someone’s character from how they act in victory, judge it by how they act in defeat. Rory has no class.” Another wrote.
“My kids are happily watching the US Open and just saw Rory McIlroy destroy the tee marker. They are scarred for life, asked me to turn it off. What a terrible example he just set” A fan expressed.
“For someone who’s carried the PGA Tour’s banner. Rory McIlroy’s recent behavior, media silence, outbursts, board drama, feels off.
Not a great look. ⛳️👀” Another said.
This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 14, 2025, where it first appeared.
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