Rory McIlroy birdies fifth hole after 393-yard drive at US Open

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 8:17 PM

Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Rory McIlroy birdies fifth hole after 393-yard drive at US Open

Summary

Rory McIlroy made a birdie on the par-5 fifth hole during his second round at Shinnecock Hills in the US Open. This performance reduces the gap between him and tournament leader Wyndham Clark. McIlroy's impressive 393-yard drive set up the birdie opportunity. The second round is currently ongoing.

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Key Details

•McIlroy birdied the fifth hole during round two at Shinnecock Hills.
•His 393-yard drive set up the birdie opportunity.
•Wyndham Clark leads the tournament.
•The second round of the US Open is in progress.

What they're saying

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Rory McIlroy holed a 66-foot birdie putt to get back under par at the US Open, closing the gap on runaway leader Wyndham Clark at Shinnecock Hills.
— Sky Sports