Here’s the latest I can provide without live tool access:
- Rory McIlroy’s long-time caddie is Harry Diamond, with Diamond having worked with McIlroy since 2017. Any changes to that arrangement would be newsworthy, but as of the most recent reports, Diamond remains on the bag for McIlroy when they’re tournament-ready.[3][7]
- There have been occasional rumors or debates among pundits about whether McIlroy should consider a change in caddies or trial different people, often sparked by major championship results or awkward moments on the course. However, there is no widely publicized, sustained report confirming a permanent caddie change in 2026.[5][7]
If you want, I can:
- Narrow down to the most recent confirms (and specify dates) from reliable outlets.
- Set up a quick news scan for you and summarize only the latest two or three developments with direct quotes.
Sources
There's a new man on the world No.2's bag in Dubai.
www.bunkered.co.ukDiamond returns after missing RBC Canadian Open due to birth of child
www.pgatour.comRory McIlroy needs a new caddie after being 'held back' in major championships... so says one DP World Tour pro.
www.bunkered.co.ukBoxing promoter Eddie Hearn is keen to arrange a rematch between star golfer Rory McIlroy and caddie Joe LaCava after their Ryder Cup run-in
news.paddypower.comTORONTO, Ont. – Even though Rory McIlroy has a different caddy this week at the RBC Canadian Open, it hasn’t seemed to impact his performance through 36 holes.
www.pgatour.comKevin Chappell's caddie has told GOLF's Subpar podcast about a moment that distracted McIlroy at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans
www.golfmonthly.comThe PGA of America is one of the world's largest sports organizations, composed of PGA of America Golf Professionals who work daily to grow interest and participation in the game of golf.
www.pga.comHarry Diamond has been with Rory since 2017 and the pair are close friends, but could finding a green-reading guru to take the bag deliver Major glory?
www.golfmonthly.comRory McIlroy forcefully defended caddie Harry Diamond in his first comments since his U.S. Open heartbreak.
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