Rory McIlroy responded to Bryson DeChambeau’s comments about their interactions during the Masters Sunday, where DeChambeau claimed McIlroy did not speak to him on the first tee. McIlroy explained that he was focused on winning the Masters and did not intend to be unfriendly, stating, “I don’t know what he was expecting… I was focused on myself and what I needed to do.” The incident highlights the different approaches players take during high-stakes competitions, adding to the drama of an already memorable day in golf history.