Viewed from the fairway, Rory McIlroy's eagle on the 12th hole Saturday was captivating theater. It seemed too slow for the longest time as it trickled to the ridge just a few feet from the hole, but it hit the downslope at the perfect speed.

Rory McIlroy returned to Northern Ireland this week with the hopes of winning his second major of the year and avenging his poor performance at Portrush in 2019. Six years ago, McIlroy's Open hopes were dashed before they even began when he put a ball out of bounds on the first tee and missed the cut.

Six years after his emotional missed cut at Royal Portrush, McIlroy stuck around for four days of heavy praise from the hometown crowd, which showered McIlroy all the way through his 10-under performance and T-7 finish.

Rory McIlroy stayed true to his word. On the eve of the 153rd Open Championship, he said that he is now a complete enough player that he can play poorly and still compile a first round that affords him a chance.

Scottie Scheffler cruised to victory at the Open Championship, winning his second major of 2025. Here are the highlights from the final round.

Rory McIlroy reflects on his strong performance at The Open 2025 in Portrush, finishing tied for seventh and enjoying a warm reception.

Rory McIlroy's choke at the 2019 Open was inexplicable. Unless you ask one of the expert psychologists who studied it.

Rory McIlroy admitted Scottie Scheffler has set the bar in golf after the world number one denied him the chance of an emotional victory in his home Open with a runaway win at Royal Portrush.

Rory McIlroy praises Scottie Schefflers dominance at The Open after his four-stroke victory, highlighting his impressive performance in recent years.