Rory McIlroy has responded to comments made by Talor Gooch, a LIV Golf player, who suggested that if McIlroy were to win the Masters and complete a career grand slam, the achievement would come with an "asterisk". Gooch's comments have been reported by several outlets, with McIlroy reportedly brushing off the remarks. The nature of Gooch's comments and McIlroy's response have been covered by various media sources, with some also reporting on the reaction to Gooch's statement on social media.