Rory McIlroy makes cut at the Open Championship, holds 1-under score
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 4:36 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Rory McIlroy has qualified for the weekend at the Open Championship, after carding a 3-under 67 in the second round. He now stands at 1-under par overall. This performance follows a challenging first round, and McIlroy aims to build momentum heading into the final rounds. The tournament continues over the weekend.
- •McIlroy is currently at 1-under par overall.
- •He shot a 3-under 67 in his second round.
- •The Open Championship is ongoing this weekend.
- •McIlroy aims to secure another major title.
- 5:59 PMESPN — Rory makes cut, needs more for 2nd Claret Jug
"Rory McIlroy has done enough to make it to the weekend at the Open Championship. The world No. 2 bounced back with a 3-under 67 in the second round and moved to 1 under par overall.
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