Rory McIlroy defends right to skip media sessions after nonconforming driver news leaked at PGA Championship

Rory McIlroy defends right to skip media sessions after nonconforming driver news leaked at PGA Championship

McIlroy reminded reporters that PGA Tour doesn't mandate media appearances for players

Rory McIlroy reacts to his putt on the fourth hole during the first round of the PGA Championship golf tournament at Quail Hollow. (Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images)

Rory McIlroy plays his shot from the 12th tee during the third round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club. (Grace Smith-Imagn Images)

Rory McIlroy (Katie Goodale-Imagn Images)