Rory McIlroy’s silence speaks volumes as he grapples with a shocking collapse at the PGA Championship, raising eyebrows and fueling speculation. For the third consecutive day, the four-time major winner has shunned all media inquiries, leaving fans and analysts in the dark about his dismal performance and a looming equipment controversy.

Sitting at two over par, McIlroy trails tournament leader Scottie Scheffler by a staggering 13 strokes, a far cry from the golfer who triumphed at Quail Hollow in 2010. Just days before the tournament, McIlroy was thrust into the spotlight when officials revealed that his tailor-made G10 driver failed to meet regulations — an issue tied to normal wear and tear. While no intentional wrongdoing was established, the controversy has cast a shadow over McIlroy’s game.

Since being forced to switch drivers, McIlroy’s struggles have been palpable. His lackluster performance continued with a third-round score of one over par, leaving him well outside the contention as the final round looms. Fans were left stunned when he exited the course immediately after signing his scorecard on Saturday, maintaining his self-imposed media blackout.

In a rare pre-tournament appearance, McIlroy reflected on his illustrious career but seemed detached from the urgency of the moment, stating, “I don’t want to burden myself by numbers or statistics.” As the championship winds down, the golfing world is left to wonder: What is truly going on within the mind of Rory McIlroy? His silence is deafening, and as the final round approaches, the stakes couldn’t be higher.