Rory McIlroy struggles as Scottish Open title hopes diminish
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 4:40 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Rory McIlroy's bid for the Scottish Open title is faltering at The Renaissance Club. Despite posting a six-under-par final round, he faces challenges, including sending approach shots into the rough. With McIlroy's self-criticism evident, he remains on course to finish the tournament, which continues to unfold. His struggles highlight the difficulties faced during the competition this summer.
- •Rory McIlroy shoots a six-under-par in the final round.
- •McIlroy sends approach shots into the rough, affecting his challenge.
- •The Scottish Open is taking place at The Renaissance Club.
- •The tournament is ongoing, with McIlroy's performance still in progress.
- 4:40 PMBBC Sport — McIlroy berates himself as Scottish Open challenge fades
"Rory McIlroy sends an approach shot into the rough as his challenge for the Scottish Open title falters, despite a six-under-par final round at The Renaissance Club.
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