Rory McIlroy shares lead as Brooks Koepka, Scottie Scheffler chase
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 6:46 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
At the 2026 Scottish Open at The Renaissance Club, Rory McIlroy opened with a 5-under 65, sharing the lead with Tom Kim, Patrick Cantlay, Rasmus Højgaard, and Bernd Wiesberger. Despite an early bogey, McIlroy played the par 5s effectively, including an eagle on the 1st hole. Brooks Koepka is just one shot back, carding a 66, while Scottie Scheffler posted a 68. The tournament features a competitive field, with many players still within striking distance after the first round.
- •McIlroy leads with a first-round 65.
- •Koepka trails by one stroke after a 66.
- •Scheffler finishes the day with a 68.
- •Five players are tied for the lead at -5.
- •The tournament is still in its early stages.
- 6:46 PMCBS Sports — 2026 Scottish Open leaderboard: Rory McIlroy shares early lead as Brooks Koepka, Scottie Scheffler lurk
"McIlroy is among five tied for the lead after 18 holes at The Renaissance Club
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