Rory McIlroy declines to speak to media after crashing out of The Masters

Rory McIlroy declined to speak to the media after his latest heartbreaking exit from The Masters.

The Holywood man was fancied by many to win the green jacket for the first time before a ball was hit this week.

However, a slow start on Thursday coupled with some scintillating play from Brooks Koepka meant McIlroy found himself seven shots off the lead at the end of round one.

A 77 on Friday all but ended McIlroy's tournament, and the Northern Irishman has not spoken to the media since the conclusion of his second round.

That 77 leaves McIlroy on five over par after two rounds. And while the cut line may extend to three over, McIlroy will be heading home disappointed with his week's work.

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