Rory McIlroy has sparked fury among golf fans after skipping media duties for four consecutive days at the PGA Championship. The Northern Irishman, who recently claimed victory at the Masters, endured a disappointing week at Quail Hollow,

Hopes were high for the Masters champion at friendly Quail Hollow but he was never a factor and declined to discuss a situation before the tournament with a driver deemed non-conforming.

Rory McIlroy struggled off the tee throughout the week at Quail Hollow in his PGA Championship title defense, with the reason behind his woes emerging after the event