Rory McIlroy makes three straight bogeys at the US Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 12:50 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Rory McIlroy faced challenging conditions during the second round of the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. He started strong, finishing the front nine at three-under par, but struggled on the back nine, recording three consecutive bogeys before finishing with a one-over-par round. McIlroy joked about his play with his caddie after the rough stretch. He ends the round at even par and is currently seven shots behind leader Wyndham Clark but just three behind second place. McIlroy anticipates better conditions in his next round to improve his standing.
- •McIlroy shot a one-over-par round, ending at even par.
- •He made the turn at three-under par before struggling on the back nine.
- •McIlroy is currently seven shots back of leader Wyndham Clark.
- •He joked with his caddie following three consecutive bogeys.
- •McIlroy aims to capitalize on early morning conditions in the next round.
- 12:50 AMYahoo Sports — Rory McIlroy shares the joke he privately told his caddie after making three straight bogeys at the US Open
"Rory McIlroy battled the elements at Shinnecock Hills for a turbulent second round at the US Open. His front nine was a near masterpiece given the circumstances, as the six-time major winner made the turn at three-under par, in a tie for second place.
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