Golfer Ryan McCormick Tapes Mouth Shut to Manage Anger During Tournament

The unconventional method, employed during the Savannah Golf Championship, failed to improve McCormick’s performance and drew mixed reactions from fans.

Ryan McCormick, a Korn Ferry Tour golfer, taped his mouth shut during the Savannah Golf Championship 2025 to control his anger on the course.
McCormick explained that the decision came after trying other methods, such as reading books and seeking advice, which did not work.
He stated that one motivation for taping his mouth was to avoid negatively impacting his playing partners with his frustrations.
Despite this effort, McCormick missed the cut in the tournament, continuing a challenging season in which he has yet to finish in the top 40.
The incident has sparked significant public discussion, with reactions ranging from humor to criticism, highlighting the pressures of emotional regulation in professional sports.