Rory McIlroy has decided to part ways with his caddie Harry Diamond following a disappointing performance at the 2024 U.S. Open. This decision comes after what McIlroy described as a “build-up of frustrations” over time, including his struggle to secure a major win since 2014
Diamond, who has been McIlroy’s caddie since 2017 and is also a close friend, will be replaced amid a need for McIlroy to shake things up in his game and regain his competitive edge
McIlroy’s frustration reached a peak during the U.S. Open, where he had a significant meltdown, leading to this tough decision. The change reflects McIlroy’s desire to take more control over his game and perhaps find a new dynamic that could help him break his major drought