Rory McIlroy sees the Open as 'another mountain to climb'
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OAKMONT, Pa. – Rory McIlroy reiterated on Sunday after an encouraging closing 67 at Oakmont Country Club that his mental head space still isn’t quite right. But he knows just where that might finally change, and it isn’t likely to be at the upcoming Travelers Championship.
McIlroy struggled to rounds of 74-72-74 to begin the U.S. Open and completed his week before the final group teed off on Sunday. He was tied for 26 th after his round. “I feel l
Paige Spiranac is sticking up for Rory McIlroy as the five-time major champion continues to take criticism for not speaking with reporters. McIlroy has developed a reputation over the years for being incredibly open during his media sessions,
I just need to get myself in the right frame of mind. I probably haven’t been there the last few weeks," said McIlroy, after breaking par for the first time in his last seven rounds.
Paige Spiranac Sends Strong Message on Rory McIlroy After Backlash originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
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Rory McIlroy has had a U.S. Open to forget this week at Oakmont, as he made the cut on the number but hasn't been close to being in contention over the weekend. McIlroy's frustrations have been on full display,
The Masters champion has had five birdies and three bogeys and looks poised to card his first under-par round at Oakmont at the sixth attempt (stretching back to the 2016 tournament). He's currently tied for 35th. Each of this quartet leads the field in at least one metric through three rounds.