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McIlroy Skips Nicklaus’s Memorial to Fine-Tune U.S. Open Prep

Surprised by McIlroy’s absence, Jack Nicklaus has reaffirmed his support for the four-time major champion.

Jack Nicklaus shakes hands with Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland on the 18th green during the final round of the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday at Muirfield Village Golf Club on June 04, 2023 in Dublin, Ohio.
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May 17, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Rory McIlroy tees off on the third hole during the third round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Quail Hollow. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • This marks McIlroy’s third absence from a PGA Tour signature event in 2025, following his decisions to skip the Sentry Tournament and RBC Heritage.
  • Jack Nicklaus said he was taken aback by the decision but stressed that tournament choice is a personal call and pledged to remain a supporter.
  • McIlroy will compete next week at the Canadian Open as a strategic tune-up ahead of the U.S. Open at Oakmont.
  • Despite the Memorial’s 50th anniversary celebration, McIlroy opted to focus on events that best align with his preparation strategy.
  • The Northern Irishman’s selective schedule underscores a broader shift toward managing workload and peaking for major championships after completing his career Grand Slam.