Article 6VXM7 Rory McIlroy answers the call after a spot of mobile phone interference

Rory McIlroy answers the call after a spot of mobile phone interference

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Ewan Murray at Sawgrass
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Rory McIlroy opted to let his golf clubs do the talking. A wondrous approach to the 18th, setting up a birdie for an opening round of 67, emphasised the Northern Irishman's ability to create his own storyline.

Social media descended into typical frenzy in the buildup to this Players Championship after McIlroy was heckled by an aspiring golfer during a practice round at Sawgrass. Video footage showed McIlroy removing the intemperate spectator's mobile phone beside the 17th tee before the individual in question was ejected by security.

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