While Rory McIlroy’s Northern Ireland homecoming won’t have the fairytale finish of winning a second Claret Jug at Royal Portrush, the atmosphere surrounding his return was amongst the highlights of an unforgettable Open Championship.

Home favourite Rory McIlroy birdied three of his first four holes to mount a third-round charge as world number Scottie Scheffler maintained his British Open lead in perfect scoring conditions on Saturday.

Dominant world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler takes a four-shot lead into the final round of the British Open on Sunday leaving local hero Rory McIlroy praying for a miracle.McIlroy dubbed his American rival’s brilliance over the first three days at Royal Portrush as “inevitable” as he maintains a stunning run of form that has already seen Scheffler claim the PGA Championship this year.

Rory McIlroy experimentó nuevamente esa sensación de zozobra en el primer hoyo en Royal Portrush. De acuerdo, el héroe

Legendary golfer Phil Mickelson continues to defy expectations, competing in another major championship at the age of 55. The lefty shot one under par through the first round at Royal Portrush and delivered a jaw-dropping moment on the third hole.

Home favourite Rory McIlroy achieved the first part of his mission at Royal Portrush on Friday -- making the cut.

Rory McIlroy may not win this Open Championship in his homeland. But on Saturday, he still gave his compatriots something special. The post Rory McIlroy gave his people hope at this Open. That’s all they wanted appeared first on Golf.

Rory McIlroy produced a stunning 66 on moving day at The Open Championship, but it was not enough to catch leader Scottie Scheffler