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Rory McIlroy tied for the lead at the Scottish Open

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 11:00 AM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Rory McIlroy tied for the lead at the Scottish Open
Summary

Rory McIlroy is tied for the lead at the Genesis Scottish Open as he heads into the weekend. Playing in benign conditions at The Renaissance Club, McIlroy's strong start has him at the top of the leaderboard, while his partners Robert MacIntyre and Chris Gotterup trail by two shots. McIlroy commented on the supportive atmosphere, particularly for local player MacIntyre, who has strong fan backing. McIlroy's performance has been highlighted by his exceptional driving statistics, despite some struggles with his approach play.

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  • •McIlroy is tied for first at the Genesis Scottish Open.
  • •MacIntyre and Gotterup trail by two shots.
  • •Favorable weather conditions have aided scoring.
  • •McIlroy ranks first in strokes gained off the tee.
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  • 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Rory McIlroy admits how he found playing with local favorite Robert MacIntyre at the Scottish Open
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Rory McIlroy is tied for the lead heading into the weekend at the Genesis Scottish Open. Meanwhile, McIlroy’s playing partners, Robert MacIntyre and Chris Gotterup, are sitting two shots adrift of the lead.

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