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Rory McIlroy Jokes He Told Wife to Punch Him If He Complains About Wearing Green Jacket

Speaking at a CNBC forum, he described the jacket as a proud obligation after his Masters breakthrough.

Overview

  • McIlroy said he asked his wife, Erica, to "punch" him if he ever gripes again about wearing the Masters green jacket.
  • He noted he brought the jacket to recent events in India and the Middle East because people wanted to see it, even when he did not feel like wearing it.
  • He admitted that rewatching his 18th‑green celebration at Augusta still brings him to the verge of tears months later.
  • Discussing golf’s split, he said LIV Golf has already spent billions and voiced confidence in the PGA Tour’s direction under CEO Brian Rolapp.
  • His April victory at Augusta completed the career Grand Slam after a sudden‑death playoff, cementing a milestone that continues to shape his public appearances.