Robert MacIntyre says he is not affected by criticism of his behaviour at the The Masters, despite admitting he is trying to control his emotions better.
The 29-year-old endured a frustrating outing at Augusta, missing the cut after rounds of 80 and 71, where his on-course actions drew attention and criticism.
Masters frustration spills over
MacIntyre’s disappointment was evident during his opening round, where he made a quadruple bogey on the 15th and reacted with a middle-finger gesture. He also slammed his club after a poor shot and was heard using strong language during the round.
Reports suggested officials at Augusta National Golf Club reprimanded him for his conduct.
Learning to manage emotions
While stopping short of a full apology, MacIntyre admitted his behaviour was not ideal. He said he is working with a specialist back home to better handle pressure situations.
The Scot described himself as someone who “wears his heart on his sleeve” but is making efforts to stay composed during tough moments on the course.
Strong response on return
MacIntyre bounced back impressively at the RBC Heritage, shooting a five-under 66 in the opening round.
He sits three shots behind leader Ludvig Aberg, signalling a positive return to form after the disappointment at Augusta.
Focused on inner circle
The Ryder Cup winner подчеркed that he relies on feedback from close family, friends, and his team rather than outside criticism.
He believes this support system allows him to stay grounded and focus on performance, regardless of public opinion.
Game in good shape
After six birdies and just one bogey in his latest round, MacIntyre expressed confidence in his game.
He highlighted his strong driving and aggressive approach as key positives, adding that putting the Masters behind him quickly has helped him reset for the rest of the season.
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