Golf in a pinball machine: wizard McIlroy faces Birkdale‘s yellow brick road
Rory McIlroy faced a challenging Royal Birkdale course during the 154th Open, which has been significantly parched due to a heatwave. McIlroy, a past Masters champion, expressed excitement about playing aggressively on the tough links, emphasizing the unpredictability of the baked terrain. As 300,000 attendees are expected, the R&A is prepared to manage crowd conduct to ensure a fair competition.
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Published 15 Jul 2026, 15:57 UTC · Updated 15 Jul 2026, 22:00 UTC
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