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Golf Hall of Famer discusses Rory McIlroy's chances at The Open

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy plays from the 8th tee during practice ahead of the 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush golf club in Northern Ireland on July 16, 2025. (Photo by ANDY BUCHANAN/AFP via Getty Images)

What have the professionals said about Royal Portrush ahead of The Open?

JJ Spaun at his Royal Portrush media conference heading into this week's Open Championship. (Photo by Brian Lawless/PA Wire)

Major champion JJ Spaun bringing 'weird feeling' to Royal Portrush

PORTRUSH, NORTHERN IRELAND - JULY 16: Mark Darbon, CEO of The R&A, speaks to the media during a press conference prior to The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club on July 16, 2025 in Portrush, Northern Ireland. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Mark Darbon believes R&A have 'got the balance just right' on Open prize money

How much prize money is up for grabs at The Open Championship 2025?

Xander Schauffele is the reigning Open champion after sealing victory at Royal Troon. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Who is competing at The Open 2025? Full field for Royal Portrush showpiece

Shane Lowry celebrates on the 18th hole during the final round of the 148th Open Championship held on the Dunluce Links at Royal Portrush in 2019. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Royal Portrush talking points for Open home hat-trick

Rory McIlroy is leaving no stone unturned in his bid to overcome an “impossible” Oakmont course and prosper at the US Open

Rory McIlroy insists patience will be key to master ‘impossible’ Oakmont course

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts to a putt on the ninth green during the final round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club. (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images)

US PGA hopes hit by driving struggles as Rory McIlroy again keeps counsel

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

What is Rory McIlroy's new tee time at PGA Championship after weather delay?

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts to a chip shot on the fifth hole during the second round of the US PGA Championship at Quail Hollow. (Photo by Ross Kinnaird/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy survives cut as bogey-bogey US PGA finish puts him nine off the top

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MAY 14: Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland speaks to the media prior to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club on May 14, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Warren Little/Getty Images)

Everything you need to know ahead of Rory McIlroy teeing off at PGA Championship

Rory McIlroy enjoying the Masters celebrations at Augusta National following a fifth career major and end to his decade-plus wait to complete the grand slam. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy 'scary' prospect without Masters burden

Xander Schauffele (left) and Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Xander Schauffele's 'playing better' goal to overcome Rory McIlroy run

Justin Rose who has ‘no regrets’ after second agonising Masters play-off defeat

Justin Rose has ‘no regrets’ after second agonising Masters play-off defeat

Xander Schauffele. (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy's 'unbelievably well' season extra motivation for Xander Schauffele
Two-time major winner Xander Schauffele believes he can defy an injury-hit build-up to win the third leg of a career grand slam in the 89th Masters – highlighting his motivation from Rory McIlroy’s ‘unbelievably well’ season.
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Rory McIlroy, who had he been asked to draw up the ideal preparation for his latest attempt to win the Masters, it would surely have looked identical to his 2025 season to date

Will Rory McIlroy’s impressive 2025 start pave the way for Masters glory?

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts on the 13th green during the second round of THE PLAYERS Championship on the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass on March 14, 2025 in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Heckler apology to Rory McIlroy as second-round 68 offers Players boost

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy looks on before playing the first hole of the Arnold Palmer Invitational final round in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy with Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele together at Players

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland looks across the 17th hole on day four of the DP World Tour Championship 2024 at Jumeirah Golf Estates. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy happy to collect personal accolade after 'year of ups and downs'

Team Ireland's Rory McIlroy full of smiles on the 18th hole during his Olympic Games third round at Le Golf National. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy in 'chance of a medal' after Paris boost before final day

The 148th Open at Royal Portrush. Shane Lowry pictured with the Claret Jug after winning The Open. Photo: Matt Mackey / Press Eye

Countdown to The Open 2025 at Royal Portrush gets under way

Thousands of golf fans watched Irish golfer Shane Lowry play his way to glory and win the 148th Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club in 2019

Golf: One-year countdown to US Open at Royal Portrush begins

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry (right) are set to represented Team Ireland at the Olympics this summer. Photo: Zac Goodwin/PA Wire

Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry qualify to represent Ireland at Paris Olympics

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy plays his shot from the 13th tee during the second round of the US Open at Pinehurst. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Mixed results in second round but Rory McIlroy still US Open contender

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy (left) in conversation with Scottie Scheffler after wrapping up his first round of the US Open with a bogey-free card to share top spot alongside Patrick Cantlay at Pinehurst. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy 'controlled' over bogey-free card towards US Open share of the lead

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts on the fifth hole after chipping in for birdie during the first round of the 124th US Open at Pinehurst. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

WATCH: Co-leader Rory McIlroy's birdie boost to open US Open major bid
Rory McIlroy’s search for that elusive fifth career major opened yesterday with a share of the US Open top spot around Pinehurst alongside Patrick Cantlay.
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Rory McIlroy with his wife Erica

Rory McIlroy 'resolves differences' with his wife ahead of US Open challenge

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy with his wife Erica last year at the Ryder Cup. (Photo by Mike Egerton/PA Wire)

Rory McIlroy ‘resolves differences’ with wife Erica and ends divorce proceedings

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy on the first tee of his final round at the Memorial Tournament yesterday around Muirfield. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy to begin US Open alongside Scottie Scheffler and Xander Schauffele

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy walks off the 18th green on the third day of the PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy four birdies on the bounce but still seven back for Valhalla finale

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy at the 2024 PGA Championship around Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy equipment breakdown comparing 2014 and 2024 PGA Championship runs

Rory McIlroy reacts after missing a putt on the fifth hole during yesterday’s second round of the PGA Championship. (Photo by AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Rory McIlroy seven back from PGA Championship top spot before third round

Rory McIlroy shot an opening 66 on day one of the US PGA Championship at Valhalla in Louisville

Rory McIlroy 'rode his luck' in opening round of US PGA Championship

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy hits his shot from the 12th tee during the first round of the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky

Rory McIlroy 'happy with his score' after solid opening round at Valhalla

Rory McIlroy returns to Valhalla where he won the 2014 PGA Championship in a bid to end major drought

OPINION: McIlroy in fine form to end over 3,500 day wait for major title

Rory McIlroy delivered a heartfelt message to his mum Rosie after winning the Wells Fargo Championship on Sunday

Rory McIlroy dedicates Wells Fargo Championship win to his mum Rosie

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy celebrates with the trophy after winning a record-extending fourth Wells Fargo Championship. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy thrills over final nine for fourth Wells Fargo title joy

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy hits out of a greenside bunker on the 17th hole during the third round of the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Three-time Wells Fargo winner Rory McIlroy one off Xander Schauffele

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy hits a tee shot on the 17th hole during his second round of the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club. (Photo by Andrew Redington/Getty Images)

Bogey-free Rory McIlroy reflects on 'decent day' to stay in Wells Fargo hunt

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy after making an eagle on the seventh hole during the first round of the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow Country Club. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

WATCH: Rory McIlroy sinks eagle putt from 50 feet at Wells Fargo Championship

Rory McIlroy celebrates after a putt on the third hole during second round at the Masters golf tournament at Augusta

Hole-by-hole analysis as Rory McIlroy just makes weekend Masters cut

Rory McIlroy hits from the fairway on the first hole during the first round at the Masters golf tournament at Augusta National Golf Club

Hole by Hole: How Rory McIlroy opened up with a 71 at the Masters

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy plays a shot on the ninth hole during the third round of The Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass in Florida on Saturday

Rory McIlroy retains outside chance at Players Championship after late charge

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy looks on from the 15th tee during the second round of The Players Championship on the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. (Photo by Jared C.Tilton/Getty Images)

Players bid frustration for Rory McIlroy over Sawgrass second round

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy plays his shot from the 16th tee during the first round of The Players Championship on the Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass

Rory McIlroy dismisses drop debate as he shares Players lead

Rory McIlroy and caddie Harry Diamond walk to the seventh green during the third round of The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club.

Rory McIlroy tied in 27th at Genesis Invitational ahead of final round

Team Europe's Shane Lowry reacts during the Ryder Cup's Sunday singles. (Photo by Zac Goodwin/PA Wire)

Ryder Cup tops Royal Portrush moment for Shane Lowry

Team Europe's Rory McIlroy chips on the 16th, during the foursomes on during day one of the 44th Ryder Cup at the Marco Simone Golf and Country Club, Rome, Italy

Clean sweep for Team Europe in Friday's foursomes at the Ryder Cup

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy on the 18th green during the final round of the Tour Championship at East Lake. (Photo by Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy's 'game is where it needs to be' heading back to Europe

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy finished fourth in the Tour Championship at East Lake. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Rory McIlroy signs off with back-to-back birdies as focus turns to Irish Open

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland and Wyndham Clark of the United States shake hands on the 18th green during the third round of the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club. PIC: Cliff Hawkins/Getty Images

Viktor Hovland in line to claim FedEx title while Rory McIlroy sits eighth

Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy reacts on the 15th green during the first round of the 123rd U.S. Open Championship at The Los Angeles Country Club on Thursday.

Positive start to US Open for four-time major winner Rory McIlroy

Rory McIlroy reacts to his birdie on the 16th green during the first round of the 2023 Masters Tournament at Augusta National

Rory McIlroy left playing catch-up in Masters dream

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland reacts after making birdie on the 15th green on day four of the WCG-Dell Match Play at Austin Country Club in Texas.

Rory McIlroy in contention for World Match Play crown

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