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So classy #Respect – Here s how golf fans reacted to Rory McIlroy s interview after losing The Open to Cameron Smith

By Vishnu Mohan Modified 14 Sep 2022 Follow Us Comment Share The 150th Open - Day Four (Image via Getty) Rory McIlroy won the FedEx Cup on August 28. Defeating World No.1 Scottie Scheffler to the win, McIlroy became the first player to win the FedEx Cup thrice. McIlroy came on camera with a broad smile after the victory and showcased how graceful he can be as a winner. However, it was no surprise that McIlroy, in the past, has showcased his classy side even in losses. In July, Rory McIlroy lost the chance to win his fifth career major at the 150th Open Championship. He fell short in the final round. Playing on the Old Course in St Andrews, Scotland, almost all major golf fans were rooting for him to win his first major in eight years. However, McIlroy was left to rue another missed opportunity. His long major drought continued as he wasted a two-shot advantage in the final round. He was left dejected as Cameron Smith swooped in to take the win. He made six birdies on the back 9 and won his maiden major in stunning fashion. McIlroy finished two strokes behind in third place. The 150th Open - Day Four Rory McIlroy is a graceful loser, and the 150th Open Championship at St Andrews stood proof of the same. Despite suffering a significant loss, which could've ended a title win drought, the Northern Irish golfer picked himself up with ease and showed class by lauding his rival for the win. McIlroy went soft on himself and accepted his fate without making excuses for the loss. Speaking only moments after the loss, Rory McIlroy stepped up and said it would've been a "different story" if he had capitalized on the "easier holes." He said: "I felt like I didn't do much wrong today, but I didn't do much right either. It's just one of those days where I played a really controlled round of golf. I did what I felt like I needed to just apart from capitalizing on the easier holes - around the turn, nine, 12 and 14. If I had made the birdies there from good positions, it probably would have been a different story.” McIlroy went on to congratulate Cameron Smith. "But, look, I got beaten by a better player this week… To go out and shoot 64 to win an Open Championship at St. Andrews is a hell of a showing. Hats off to Cam, he's had an unbelievable week." Golf on CBS @GolfonCBS"To go out and shoot 64 to win an Open Championship at St. Andrews is a hell of a showing. Hats off to Cam, he's had an unbelievable week."

All class from Rory. #The150thOpen8110"To go out and shoot 64 to win an Open Championship at St. Andrews is a hell of a showing. Hats off to Cam, he's had an unbelievable week."All class from Rory. #The150thOpen https://t.co/7Orn5xLuQF

Fans laud Rory McIlroy s class

Many were surprised that McIlroy kept his composure despite having to watch as Smith charged up the leaderboard with five consecutive birdies. Smith destroyed the ace golfer's chances to end his drought. Yet, McIlroy remained calm and appreciative of the challenge like a good sport. This was picked up by fans online. Fans were quick to react to McIlroy's interview. Many came forward to laud the player for keeping it "classy" despite being dejected by the loss. Stating that the ace golfer oozed professionalism in the interview, many pointed out that they were eager to see him win again.

Here s how fans reacted to Rory McIlroy s classy interview after The Open loss

Gary@GaryRTRSo classy. I'm a Rory fan. twitter.com/GolfonCBS/stat…Golf on CBS @GolfonCBS"To go out and shoot 64 to win an Open Championship at St. Andrews is a hell of a showing. Hats off to Cam, he's had an unbelievable week."

All class from Rory. #The150thOpen8110"To go out and shoot 64 to win an Open Championship at St. Andrews is a hell of a showing. Hats off to Cam, he's had an unbelievable week."All class from Rory. #The150thOpen https://t.co/7Orn5xLuQFSo classy. I'm a Rory fan. twitter.com/GolfonCBS/stat… Gardner Royce@GardnerRoyceTVRory is awesome. Can't wait to see him win again. twitter.com/GolfonCBS/stat…Golf on CBS @GolfonCBS"To go out and shoot 64 to win an Open Championship at St. Andrews is a hell of a showing. Hats off to Cam, he's had an unbelievable week."

All class from Rory. #The150thOpen110"To go out and shoot 64 to win an Open Championship at St. Andrews is a hell of a showing. Hats off to Cam, he's had an unbelievable week."All class from Rory. #The150thOpen https://t.co/7Orn5xLuQFRory is awesome. Can't wait to see him win again. twitter.com/GolfonCBS/stat… Fred MacAulay@fredmacaulayClass indeed. A champion numerous times over. Another time for Rory. twitter.com/GOLF_com/statu…GOLF.com@GOLF_comRory McIlroy: Nothing but class.
221Rory McIlroy: Nothing but class.https://t.co/mlIROtFANLClass indeed. A champion numerous times over. Another time for Rory. twitter.com/GOLF_com/statu… Snickers@Tummbology#Respect twitter.com/GolfonCBS/stat…Golf on CBS @GolfonCBS"To go out and shoot 64 to win an Open Championship at St. Andrews is a hell of a showing. Hats off to Cam, he's had an unbelievable week."

All class from Rory. #The150thOpen8110"To go out and shoot 64 to win an Open Championship at St. Andrews is a hell of a showing. Hats off to Cam, he's had an unbelievable week."All class from Rory. #The150thOpen https://t.co/7Orn5xLuQF#Respect twitter.com/GolfonCBS/stat… Richie Barnes@R_Barnes407I think Rory has passed Brooks as my favorite current golfer. twitter.com/GOLF_com/statu…GOLF.com@GOLF_comRory McIlroy: Nothing but class.
3211Rory McIlroy: Nothing but class.https://t.co/mlIROtFANLI think Rory has passed Brooks as my favorite current golfer. twitter.com/GOLF_com/statu… https://t.co/fuaGR5lWpp Vlad Belo@GoldenBearVladBeing a professional twitter.com/GOLF_com/statu…GOLF.com@GOLF_comRory McIlroy: Nothing but class.
4207211Rory McIlroy: Nothing but class.https://t.co/mlIROtFANLBeing a professional twitter.com/GOLF_com/statu… Brian Russell@BCRPoppyHe’s always classy. twitter.com/GOLF_com/statu…GOLF.com@GOLF_comRory McIlroy: Nothing but class.
1211Rory McIlroy: Nothing but class.https://t.co/mlIROtFANLHe’s always classy. twitter.com/GOLF_com/statu… Danny@danny_madden14Nothing but class twitter.com/GOLF_com/statu…GOLF.com@GOLF_comRory McIlroy: Nothing but class.
4211Rory McIlroy: Nothing but class.https://t.co/mlIROtFANLNothing but class twitter.com/GOLF_com/statu… Rory McIlroy made a strong comeback as he won the FedEx Cup a month later. He defeated world number one Scottie Scheffler in the final round to take the win. The victory was even more special as it came amid the PGA Tour-LIV Golf debate. He also took the opportunity to take a jibe at the controversial series that now has Cameron Smith playing. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Piyush Bisht × Feedback Thank You! Be the first one to comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout No Results Found Get the free App now Manage notifications Popular ‍ Sports (30+) CricketCricket HomeScheduleT20 World CupT20 warm upIND vs SAENG vs PAKAUS vs ENGLegends LeagueECS T10 CroatiaWBBL 2022ECC T10SMAT 2022Bukhatir LeagueNZ T20 Tri-SeriesWomen's Asia Cup 2022ECT10 FootballFootball HomeNewslettersSK Experts ScheduleEPLNations LeagueLa LigaLigue 1Champions LeagueFIFA WCMLS Bundesliga Serie A WWEWWE HomeNewslettersRumor RoundupRAWSmackDownResultsRosterChampionsWWE Crown Jewel 2022PPV ScheduleAEW EsportsEsports HomeMinecraftOverwatch 2RobloxGenshin ImpactFortniteGTAStreamersFree FirePUBGValorantBGMIPop CultureAnimeGaming TechWiki Guides TennisTennis HomeTennis calendarTennis Results TodayATP RankingsWTA RankingsRoger FedererRafael NadalNovak DjokovicSerena Williams MMAMMA HomeUFC NewsONE ChampionshipUFC Fight NightScheduleRankingsResultsUFC Fights TonightONE Championship ResultsONE Championship ScheduleONE Championship Rankings KabaddiKabaddi HomePKL 2022PKL SchedulePKL Points TableKabaddi Rules WikiWiki HomeMinecraft WikiNaruto WikiTikTok WikiYoutube WikiGTA WikiTerraria WikiOne Piece Wiki MoreSportsBasketballIndian FootballNFLMinecraftFormula 1NascarPop CultureCollege FootballHockeyGolfAthleticsBadmintonGymnasticsWrestlingSwimmingTennisShootingBoxingArcheryWinter SportsRobloxFree PicksSkateboardingKho KhoLifestyle LINKS About Us Write For Us Policies Editorial Standards Journalism Awards Fact Check Affiliate Program Careers CSR Privacy Policy Contact Us Edition: English हिन्दी