Rory McIlroy, then Graeme McDowell pull out of Olympic consideration

Rory McIlroy became the biggest name yet to say he would not compete in the men’s Olympic golf tournament. The world No. 4, who had flip-flop-flipped on the issue, arrived at his decision after consulting with his fiancee, Erica Stoll, and the rest of his family about the potential risks of Zika virus. “I’ve come […]

Jason Day, Shane Lowry bow out of Olympic consideration over Zika

Add two more, including the world No. 1, to the list of players bowing out of consideration for the 2016 men’s Olympic golf tournament. Jason Day and defending WGC-Bridgestone Invitational champion Shane Lowry announced on Tuesday that they will not represent their countries in the Olympics over fears of Zika virus. pic.twitter.com/UNmThs64re — Jason Day […]

Tiger Woods informs Tom Watson and the PGA of America that he is withdrawing his name from Ryder Cup consideration

Tiger Woods has pulled his name out of consideration for a Ryder Cup captain’s pick, the PGA of America announced on Wednesday. Woods informed the PGA of America and American captain Tom Watson that he didn’t want to be picked for next month’s matches against Europe because of ongoing back issues that Woods has struggled […]