At Royal Portrush, it was Scottie Scheffler’s Open
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Belfast News Letter on MSNRory McIlroy's 'more grey' joke but serious intent for Portrush Open return as he praises 'wonderful' rival Scottie SchefflerRory McIlroy’s jokes about “more grey than I already am” for the Open’s return to Royal Portrush before his retirement could also apply to the impact of trying to close down Sunday champion Scottie Scheffler.
McIlroy said Monday that he was overwhelmed by the reception he received six years ago in his home of Northern Ireland. Now a Grand Slam winner, he's ready for this week's championship.
Home country advantage wasn't enough for Rory McIlroy at this year's Open Championship but the 2025 Masters champion was still able to leave Royal Portrush in decent spirits. After finishing tied for seventh with a two-under Round 4,
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Belfast News Letter on MSNNo fairytale finish, but Rory McIlroy's Northern Ireland homecoming still highlight of unforgettable Open at Royal PortrushWhile Rory McIlroy’s Northern Ireland homecoming didn’t have the fairytale finish of winning a second Claret Jug at Royal Portrush, the atmosphere surrounding his return was still the highlight of an unforgettable Open Championship.