'You deserve to be knighted': Fans get selfie with Rory during Memorial delay

June 6, 2026 05:59 PM

Two female fans got a selfie with Rory McIlroy on the 17th hole at Muirfield Village on Saturday right after it was announced there'd be a delay in third round play. One of the fans told McIlroy he should be knighted for letting them past security and taking the time to take the picture.

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