'I'm so bad at golf!' - McIlroy identifies issue to 'fix' ahead of The Open
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- Rory McIlroy carded a final-round 64 at the Genesis Scottish Open, matching his lowest score of the year to finish at 12 under par.
- Rory McIlroy admitted he has technical issues with his iron shots, particularly in left-to-right wind conditions, which affected his third-round 73.
- Rory McIlroy said he identified the cause of his swing flaw between rounds and made adjustments on the range before his final round.
- Rory McIlroy credited his strong finish to better clubface control and excellent putting, which he said accounted for the 9-shot difference between his third and fourth rounds.
- Rory McIlroy briefly challenged for the lead in the final round, birdying five of the first seven holes, before bogeys at 9, 16, and 18 ended his chances.
- Rory McIlroy described himself as 'so bad at golf' after a poor approach at the 16th, showing visible frustration despite an otherwise positive performance.
Why it matters: McIlroy remains a top contender for The Open despite technical inconsistencies, and his ability to diagnose and adjust mid-tournament suggests resilience. The narrow margin between a 73 and a 64—driven by putting and swing mechanics—highlights how small corrections could determine success at Royal Birkdale, where conditions may mirror the Scottish Open’s wind challenges.
