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Rory McIlroy Hitting His Stride and Shares Scottish Open Lead with Chris Gotterup

EAST LOTHIAN, SCOTLAND, JUL 11 – Rory McIlroy and Chris Gotterup lead the Scottish Open at 11 under par as McIlroy builds momentum ahead of the British Open next week, officials said.

  • Rory McIlroy shot a five-under 65 at the Scottish Open, moving into contention and tying for sixth at 7-under.
  • Following a slump after his Masters win, McIlroy took a two-week break to recharge before aiming to regain form ahead of the British Open at Royal Portrush.
  • McIlroy birdied five of his first seven holes, carded five birdies and one bogey, and scrambled well under windy conditions at the Renaissance Club.
  • Rory McIlroy is tied for sixth at seven-under, positioning him for one of three Open qualifying spots through the Open Qualifying Series at Royal Portrush.
  • McIlroy's strong Scottish Open performance, including a 65, boosts his confidence ahead of the British Open at Royal Portrush, with recent season wins supporting his form.
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Rory McIlroy hitting his stride and shares Scottish Open lead with Chris Gotterup

Rory McIlroy is starting to look like the same player who won the Masters in April for the career Grand Slam.

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RTÉ broke the news in Ireland on Friday, July 11, 2025.
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