Apology saves Rory McIlroy $20K

Saying "I'm sorry" saved Rory McIlroy $20,000.

McIlroy revealed that the PGA had fined him after he threw a temper tantrum back in March.

During the WGC-Cadillac Championship, McIlroy was so angry after hitting a poor second shot, he flung his 3-iron into the lake.

In an interview with ESPN, McIlroy said tour officials noted his remorse after the round.

"The fine was reduced from $25,000 to $5,000 because I said I was sorry in the TV interview afterward," McIlroy said.