Rory McIlroy shifts focus to season titles after The Open performance
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 4:24 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Rory McIlroy aims for a strong finish in the PGA Tour and DP World Tour after a lackluster outing at The Open, where he finished one under at Royal Birkdale. Struggling to gain momentum, he recorded an opening-round 72 and only improved slightly with rounds of 67 and 69 before a one-over 71 in the final round. Despite the setback, McIlroy, the Masters champion, looks ahead to the FedExCup Play-Offs and the Race to Dubai. He has noted his need to remain in the top 30 for a chance at these titles.
- •McIlroy finished The Open at Royal Birkdale one under par.
- •He recorded rounds of 72, 67, 69, and 71 in the tournament.
- •McIlroy aims to compete in the FedExCup Play-Offs later this summer.
- •He has only 11 PGA Tour starts this season, falling short of the minimum requirement.
"Rory McIlroy has set his sights on a strong finish to the PGA Tour and DP World Tour seasons after being ‘stuck in neutral’ during a disappointing week at The 154th Open.
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