Rory McIlroy expressed disappointment with the quality of the greens at North Berwick following a missed putt at the Scottish Open. Despite his frustration with the playing conditions, the Northern Irish golfer secured a second-place finish in the tournament. Looking ahead, McIlroy acknowledged the upcoming Open in Portrush.
McIlroy narrowly missed out on the tournament victory, finishing two strokes behind American Chris Gotterup. Despite being in contention for the win, McIlroy faced tough competition from other players like Mike Penge and Matt Fitzpatrick, who also vied for the top spot.
Gotterup’s strong performance earned him a spot in the upcoming Open, alongside Nicolai Hojgaard and Matt Fitzpatrick who finished in the top positions. While McIlroy fell short of claiming the victory, he expressed satisfaction with his overall performance in Scotland and looked forward to the upcoming major tournament.
Reflecting on his performance, McIlroy stated, “It’s been a successful week for me. I’m pleased with my game, my play over the weekend, and the shots I executed.” Despite missing out on the trophy, McIlroy remained optimistic and focused on his next challenge at Portrush.
Meanwhile, Gotterup, at 25 years old, expressed his delight with his performance and the opportunity to compete with McIlroy. He described the experience as “amazing” and highlighted his confidence and readiness for the competition. Gotterup acknowledged the challenge of playing against top players like McIlroy and relished the opportunity to showcase his skills.
Throughout the day, both McIlroy and Gotterup demonstrated strong performances and sportsmanship, setting the stage for an exciting competition at the upcoming major tournament.