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On YouTubeGolf News / CBSSports.com / July 18
2025 Open takeaways: Scottie Scheffler appears unstoppable as Rory McIlroy eyes weekend run at Royal Portrush
The top two golfers in the world are firmly in contention at The Open with Scheffler out in front entering another major championship weekend
The 'Open Championship winners' quiz
The oldest of the four major golf championships, The Open Championship has seen 147 champions since its establishment in 1860. Can you name every golfer to have their name engraved on the Claret Jug in the event's history? (And sorry, Jean van de Velde doesn't count.)Note: The Open Championship wasn't held in 1871, from 1915-1919, from 1940-1945 and in 2020.Last names are acceptable as answers.
Rory McIlroy News / Field Level Media / July 18
Rory McIlroy excited for Open weekend after 'solid' second round
In 2019, the last time The Open Championship was played at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland, native son Rory McIlroy missed the cut. There is no danger of that happening at the 2025 edition of The Open.
Rory McIlroy News / Golf on ClutchPoints / July 18
Rory McIlroy addresses ‘absolutely incredible’ factor at The Open Championship
Rory McIlroy exorcised his demons at Augusta National in April, surviving some weekend stumbles to win the Masters in a playoff and finally complete the career grand slam.
Golf News / CBSSports.com / July 17
2025 Open Championship takeaways: Rory McIlroy on right track in return, Scottie Scheffler flashes with putter
McIlroy got off to a perfect back home at Royal Portrush, even if he's a few shots back on the leaderboard
Golf News / Athlon Sports / July 17
PGA Tour Revealed Tiger Woods Record Rory McIlroy Is Chasing at Open Championship
Rory McIlroy arrived at Royal Portrush buoyed by his victory at Augusta this April, hoping to exorcise the demons of his dramatic 2019 collapse here. In torrid conditions on Thursday, he carded a 70 to sit at one‑under‑par, leaving him three shots adrift of the four‑under‑par leaders after Round 1.
Rory McIlroy News / Golf on ClutchPoints / July 17
Rory McIlroy’s wild driver mars homecoming opening Open Championship round
The Open Championship is at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland for the second time since 1951. In 2019, Northern Ireland’s Rory McIlroy shot an opening round 79 and missed the cut.
The shot heard round Portrush - Rory McIlroy and his fans return to scene of 2019 nightmare
Setting the scene on a tense first tee with Rory McIlroy.
Golf News / Athlon Sports / July 17
Buddhist Monk Sadom Kaewkanjana's Clear Message Amid The Open
The 2025 Open Championship is officially underway at Royal Portrush. While the spotlight is on big names like Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, a surprising contender is quietly making waves, Thailand’s Sadom Kaewkanjana.
The Open Championship is underway; MLB trade deadline buyers, sellers; Red Sox rise in Power Rankings
Rory McIlroy seeks to redeem himself at Royal Portrush
Rory McIlroy News / Field Level Media / July 16
Rory McIlroy returns home, faces challengers aplenty at the Open
Rory McIlroy rarely got to play in Northern Ireland as a pro before the 2019 Open Championship was staged at Royal Portrush Golf Club. He remembers the internal pressure when he arrived for his tee time that Thursday -- the pressure of wanting to be the hero for his country.
Golf News / Field Level Media / July 16
Justin Rose on elusive Open: 'One I've dreamed about'
A two-time runner-up at The Open Championship, Justin Rose finished second at the Masters for the third time in his career with a playoff loss to Rory McIlroy in April.
Billy Horschel points out what Rory McIlroy deserves more credit for, and brings up Tiger Woods
It’s hard to think of a stranger year in Rory McIlroy’s career. He started by finally winning The Masters, but then his form took a real dip over the summer.
Golf News / Athlon Sports / July 14
Rory McIlroy Sends Clear Message on The Open
The Open Championship returns this week to Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland, a course that last hosted the major in 2019. With the world’s best players arriving to take on one of golf’s toughest tests, all eyes are on hometown hero Rory McIlroy, who enters the week in solid form and with a clear message: He’s here to win.
Golf News / Field Level Media / July 14
Rory McIlroy embracing return to Northern Ireland for the Open
As a 16-year-old at the 2005 North of Ireland Amateur Championship at Royal Portrush, Rory McIlroy shot a course record 61. That was the old course, before redesign.
Golf News / Yardbarker / July 14
Ranking the top five contenders at British Open
The 2025 Open Championship is here, as the best players in the world will compete in the fourth and final major of the season at Royal Portrush Golf Club beginning early on Thursday morning.
Golf News / Last Word On Sports / July 13
‘I’m Unable To Keep it Together’: Gotterup Fights Back Tears After Career-Defining Win
Chris Gotterup held his nerve and delivered a stunning performance to claim the biggest win of his career at the Scottish Open. The 25-year-old American held off golf star Rory McIlroy and England’s Marco Penge to secure a thrilling two-shot victory at the Renaissance Club.
Former Rutgers, Oklahoma golfer Chris Gotterup holds off Rory McIlroy to win Scottish Open
Former Rutgers and Oklahoma star golfer Chris Gotterup held off Rory McIlroy to win the Scottish Open Sunday. It was his second career PGA Tour win. Gotterup held off McIlroy, as well as Marco Penge, to win the 2025 Genesis Scottish Open with a score of -15 over the course of four rounds.
Golf News / Athlon Sports / July 13
PGA Tour Sends Message on Rory McIlroy at Scottish Open This Weekend
The Scottish Open is heading into its final round this Sunday, and all eyes are on Rory McIlroy. The tournament, being held at the Renaissance Club, has shaped up for a thrilling finish with McIlroy now sitting at the top of the leaderboard, tied at 11-under with the American Chris Gotterup.
Rory McIlroy explains his bold approach after second-round 65 at the Scottish Open
Rory McIlroy put together a strong second round at the Scottish Open, firing a 65 to move himself right into the mix as they head into the weekend. McIlroy had needed a late run of birdies just to post a 68 in his opening round, finishing two under after what had been a bit of a grind.
Rory McIlroy regrets making controversial press conference comment: ‘I don’t know where that came from’
Rory McIlroy’s name has been hard to miss lately, whether it’s for what he’s doing on the course or off it. His Masters win back in April was the highlight of a strong early season that already included victories at the Players Championship and Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
Golf News / Last Word On Sports / July 9
Fans Left Stunned by Rory McIlroy’s Dramatic New Look at Scottish Open
Rory McIlroy has left fans stunned at the Genesis Scottish Open after debuting a new look. The four-time major champion showed up at The Renaissance Club with a brand-new haircut.
Golf News / Yardbarker / July 9
Rory McIlroy quietly disses PGA of America's prized possession
McIlroy is never afraid to speak his mind, even if it means ruffling a few feathers along the way.
Golf News / Yardbarker / July 7
Ranking the five best golfers suited for links golf right now
After a full season of parkland courses in and around the United States, the PGA Tour heads overseas for a two-week links golf journey in the United Kingdom.
Golf News / Yardbarker / June 15
Could Rory McIlroy use final round of U.S. Open as launchpad for The Open Championship?
Imagine if McIlroy played like he did on Sunday for all four rounds of the 2025 U.S. Open.
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