Rory McIlroy reflects on recent golf performance ahead of British Open

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Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Rory McIlroy reflects on recent golf performance ahead of British Open
Summary

Rory McIlroy spoke about his fluctuating feelings regarding his game as he prepared for the 154th British Open. After finishing T-7 at the Genesis Scottish Open, he expressed frustration about his performance but has been working on refining his swing. McIlroy emphasized the importance of enjoying the process rather than solely focusing on results. He aims to gauge his preparedness under major championship pressure starting Thursday. McIlroy has a history of strong performances at the British Open with eight top-10 finishes in 16 appearances.

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  • Rory McIlroy finished T-7 at the Genesis Scottish Open.
  • He expressed mixed feelings about his recent form.
  • McIlroy has eight top-10 finishes in the British Open.
  • He is focused on improving his swing ahead of the tournament.
  • The 154th British Open begins Thursday, July 16.
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  • 4:45 PMYahoo SportsIs Rory McIlroy feeling better about his game? 'Depends what hour of the day you get me!'
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Rory McIlroy is refining his swing and focusing on the process ahead of the 154th British Open after claiming, 'I'm so bad at golf.'

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