Rory McIlroy struggles at U.S. Open, finishes six over at Shinnecock
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 4:17 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Rory McIlroy's U.S. Open week at Shinnecock Hills culminated in disappointment as he finished six over par. After a promising start with a 66-foot birdie, McIlroy faced a series of bogeys on Sunday, struggling with his performance, including missing a crucial two-foot par putt. His back nine collapse on Saturday cost him a potential shot at the title, and by Sunday, he could only muster brief flashes of form. With minimal expectations entering the final round, McIlroy's hopes to mount a strong charge diminished early in his round.
- •McIlroy finished six over par at the U.S. Open.
- •He birdied on the sixth hole but struggled later.
- •His back nine on Saturday included multiple bogeys.
- •Missed a short par putt on the 15th hole on Sunday.
- •McIlroy's hopes faded early in the final round.
- 4:17 AMYahoo Sports — Rory McIlroy's lost U.S. Open week at Shinnecock ended with him wondering what could've been
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