The par-three hole was extended from 230 yards to 270 yards, a modification McIlroy believes ruins the playing characteristics.
He noted that only 15% of the field reached the green at the previous length and argued the design is uninspired.
Rory McIlroy Unhappy With Riviera’s ‘Horrible’ Par-3 Change
Rory McIlroy has criticized the lengthening of the 4th hole at Riviera, calling the change 'horrible.'