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.

Tiger Woods used to do this: suck out the atmosphere and spit out the opposition. If there was any doubt that big-time male golf is in the midst of the Scottie Scheffler-era then there surely is not anymore.

Rory McIlroy gives honest reaction to dominant Scottie Scheffler victory at The Open - McIlroy fell short in front of home support at Royal Portrush, but admits Scheffler inspires him with the level h

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.

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

RORY McILROY was relieved to stay in Open contention after a rollercoaster first round in front of a huge home crowd. The Northern Irish hero, who hit just TWO fairways, crumbled under similar

Rory McIlroy was heard swearing on live television during The Open, as the Sky Sports commentary team were forced to issue an apology to viewers

Rory McIlroy may not win this Open Championship in his homeland. But on Saturday, he still gave his compatriots something special.

Rory McIlroy reacts to the 'incredible atmosphere' and his performance on day 3 of The British Open