Golf legend Rory mcllroy down in disbelief as PGA fire punishment of suspension that he didn’t…..full details below …⬇️

Golf legend Rory mcllroy down in disbelief as PGA fire punishment of suspension that he didn’t…..full details below …⬇️

Rory McIlroy’s interaction with Tom Holland at the BMW PGA Championship has sparked a flurry of online chatter. During a pro-am event before the tournament at Wentworth Club, Holland, best known for his role as Spider-Man, approached McIlroy on the driving range. The actor, 28, introduced himself with a casual, “Hello mate, sorry I’m Tom,” Thesun reports.

McIlroy, seemingly focused on his golf game, responded politely but without any visible recognition of Holland’s celebrity status. “Hello Tom, how you doing?” the golfer replied, before turning his attention back to his equipment. The exchange quickly went viral as fans speculated that McIlroy had no clue who Holland was.

Social media users had a field day with the moment, with comments highlighting McIlroy’s apparent obliviousness. One post noted, “Rory definitely didn’t clock who it was,” while another added, “Rory obviously doesn’t have a clue who he is!”

Despite the mix-up, McIlroy’s focus on the game was evident. The golfer, who is currently tied for third place at 5-under par after the first round of the BMW PGA Championship, has been making headlines for more than just his interactions with celebrities. His 8-iron head flew off during Thursday’s round, adding to the event’s memorable moments.

A Spider-Man Fan’s Delight

While McIlroy may not have recognized Holland, it was a different story for Tommy Fleetwood’s young son. Dressed as Spider-Man, Fleetwood’s son made the rounds of the tournament even more adorable. The interaction between the young fan and Holland was one of the week’s highlights, showcasing the charm and joy of such unexpected meetings.

Tommy Fleetwood, 33, couldn’t resist adding a light-hearted jab during the encounter. He joked that Holland is “kind of our third favorite” Spider-Man, referencing previous actors Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield. This playful comment added to the festive atmosphere of the event and contrasted sharply with McIlroy’s seemingly oblivious demeanor.

Overall, the BMW PGA Championship has been a hotbed of memorable moments, from McIlroy’s equipment mishap to his amusing encounter with Holland. The event continues to draw attention, not just for the golf, but also for the unexpected celebrity interactions that keep fans talking.

This article first appeared on ClutchPoints and was syndicated with permission.

Recently, The Gainesville Sun’s Blake Toppmeyer shared seven possible candidates to replace Florida head coach Billy Napier if the school fires him at the end of this season, and at the top of the list is current Mississippi head coach Lane Kiffin. Toppmeyer explained why Kiffin should be the Gators’ top target if they fire Napier. “Kiffin would be the closest thing to the second coming of Steve Spurrier,” Toppmeyer wrote. “He’s a wonder for Ole Miss. His high-scoring offenses and Portal King” ways would be a 180-degree pivot from Napier. Trouble is, he’s been too good. The Rebels probably are bound for the playoff. Also, Kiffin is well-compensated by Ole Miss, and he’s got a well-oiled NIL machine. Good luck stealing him away.” Replacing Napier with Kiffin is certainly something that would generate a ton of excitement for Florida, but is it realistic? Kiffin has been the head coach at Mississippi since 2020, and during his tenure, the school has won 71.2 percent of its games. Last season, the Rebels finished with an 11-2 record and a No. 9 ranking in the final AP Top 25 poll. This year, Kiffin already has Mississippi ranked No. 5 in the AP Poll with a 3-0 record heading into Week 4. The Rebels are off to a hot start, and they have a good chance of earning a spot in this season’s 12-team College Football Playoff, but they still have some tough matchups against LSU, Oklahoma and Georgia on their schedule. So, what would it take to convince Kiffin to leave what he’s built at Mississippi for another historic SEC program that hasn’t had a winning record since 2020? Well, if we’re being completely honest, it would likely come down to money. This season, Kiffin is being paid $8.85 million by Mississippi, and starting in 2025, his annual salary will increase to $9 million per season until his contract expires in 2030. Napier is currently making $7.3 million with the Gators this year, so Florida coming up with the money it would probably require to lure Kiffin over likely wouldn’t be a problem. The school would just have to decide if it wants to pay two big salaries at once since Napier would still be due $26.7 million leftover from his contract if Florida fires him after this season. Another factor in all of this is that the University of Florida is currently without a president. Ben Sasse resigned as the school’s president in July, and a replacement still has not been named. One would assume Florida would like to find a new president for the school first before figuring out what to do with the head coach of its football program. But once that is sorted out, determining the future of Napier will likely be among the top tasks for the school’s new president to take on.

One of baseball’s best-known relievers may be at the end of the line regarding his time in MLB. The Baltimore Orioles announced on Wednesday that they are designating veteran pitcher Craig Kimbrel for assignment. Baltimore is calling up fellow righty Bryan Baker from Triple-A Norfolk in a corresponding move. Kimbrel, 36, is one of the most decorated closers in MLB history. He has made nine All-Star teams in his career and led the National League in saves four different times. Kimbrel also ranks fifth all-time with 440 career saves and has been on multiple deep playoff runs with different clubs (including as the closer for the Boston Red Sox during their World Series title in 2018). But Kimbrel has been increasingly prone to ninth-inning meltdowns in recent years and really lost his mojo this season in his first year with the Orioles. The right-hander is now up to a 5.33 ERA in 2024 with six blown saves in 29 opportunities. Kimbrel was also just shelled for six earned runs in 0.2 innings pitched on Tuesday against the San Francisco Giants (a non-save situation). The Orioles, who are without their preferred closer Felix Bautista this year due to Tommy John surgery, had already demoted Kimbrel from the ninth-inning role in the first half of the year before he worked his way back. Now they are demoting Kimbrel for good and will probably turn to a closer-by-committee approach as they zero in on the first wild-card spot in the AL.

Colorado two-way college football star Travis Hunter has drawn attention for his eye-popping abilities on the field. The wide receiver-cornerback has 342 yards receiving and five touchdowns this season, emerging as a legitimate Heisman Trophy candidate. But something Hunter is doing off the field might catch attention, too. NerdWallet, the personal finance website, announced Wednesday it was partnering with Hunter for what it calls “the smartest NIL deal ever.” Hunter became the first NCAA football player to sign a deal that requires “athletes to commit to a smart money action and publicly share contract terms for accountability.” Translation: Hunter agreed to put 20% of his money earned from the deal into a savings account. “Preparation is the key to success both on and off the field, and I’m excited to plan for a strong financial future with the help of NerdWallet,” Hunter said in a statement via an email from NerdWallet. “The opportunity to earn and be smarter with managing my NIL money in the right bank account while playing football was too good to pass up. “The NIL partnership with NerdWallet empowers me to take charge of my long-term financial future, and I truly believe it can be a game-changer for college athletes like me. By prioritizing smart financial decisions now, we’re setting ourselves up for success beyond the game and leading by example.” Hunter has an estimated $2.3 million NIL value, according to Sports Illustrated, one of the highest in college athletics. Fans often read more stories about athletes’ financial failures than they do their successes, and even then the reports are mostly about a player securing a massive contract, brand deal or ownership stake. For example, former Minnesota Vikings star running back Adrian Peterson recently made headlines for being in debt to creditors. Meanwhile, famously successful athletes such as Shaquille O’Neil actively promote their responsible fiscal decisions. Hunter’s deal should be viewed as an example for all student-athletes to follow in this early, wild west era of NIL in college sports. A responsible saver rather than a reckless spender in the spotlight provides direction for future generations of student-athletes. NerdWallet said this is its third NIL deal of this kind. The first two were signed by USC women’s basketball star JuJu Watkins and 2024 NBA Draft first-round selection Rob Dillingham.