Golf influencer Paige Spiranac has come to Rory McIlroy's defence after the Northern Irishman faced criticism for skipping media sessions during the US Open at Oakmont Country Club. The decision to avoid reporters following his first two rounds raised eyebrows in the golf world,

Rory McIlroy Faces Backlash After Controversial Decision Following Poor U.S. Open Start originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Rory McIlroy was off to a hot start on Thursday morning in the opening round of the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club, going out in two-under par through his opening nine holes.

Paul McGinley has come to the defence of Rory McIlroy as his post-Masters woes continued with a difficult start at the US Open.