“He’s the best friend that I could ever ask for”- Rory McIlroy sends heartfelt message to caddie for sticking with him despite ‘unwarranted behavior’

Rory McIlroy sends heartfelt message to caddie (Image - IMAGN)

Through all the ups and downs of the 2024 season, Rory McIlroy had one constant by his side. Harry Diamond has been the Northern Irish golfer's caddie for the better part of a decade. The caddie was by Rory's side when he lost the US Open in agonizing fashion, and also when he triumphed at the DP World Tour Championship

This time, Diamond got a special shoutout at the end of the Irishman's victory speech. An emotional Rory thanked his compatriot and caddie for his support and said (via Golf Monthly):

"Seven years, I guess, now. He gets his fair share of stick, which is not warranted. He's an amazing caddie. He's the best friend that I could ever ask for and... thanks mate."