It might be easier for Rory McIlroy if Scottie Scheffler were a little bit less likable, so he could manufacture at least some sort of enemy vibe.

Rory McIlory doesn't seem too familiar with the likes of Fat Perez, Gabby Golf Girl and Grant Horvat. He also doesn't seem to care to watch any of their videos. Somehow this has been interpreted as a scandal among fans of the YouTubers when it should be little more than a blip on the radar this week. It also entirely misses the point.

Rory McIlroy is just one shot off the lead at the Players Championship after shooting a five-under 67 in his opening round, but the Northern Irishman believes he got lucky