Rory McIlroy gives his honest thoughts on how the USGA have set Shinnecock up for the US Open
Rory McIlroy completed his tournament run on Sunday, finishing several hours ahead of the leaders. While he was in contention through the first two and a half rounds, his performance declined on Saturday evening.
What changed
McIlroy has now finished the tournament following a performance described as forgettable.
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Rory McIlroy finishes 2026 US Open at Shinnecock Hills
confidence 100%Rory McIlroy completed his tournament run on Sunday, finishing several hours ahead of the leaders. While he was in contention through the first two and a half rounds, his performance declined on Saturday evening.
What's confirmed:
- Rory McIlroy finished his final round at Shinnecock on Sunday approximately two hours before the leaders.
- McIlroy was in contention during the first two and a half rounds before his game faltered on Saturday evening.
- McIlroy shot a 69 on Thursday.
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Rory McIlroy Weighs In on Shinnecock Hills US Open Setup
confidence 80%Rory McIlroy expressed concerns that course conditions at Shinnecock Hills must not "get out of control". He initially described the USGA course setup plan as "stupid" before changing his mind. After two rounds, McIlroy was tied for 11th place.
What's confirmed:
- Rory McIlroy said tournament organisers must ensure conditions at Shinnecock Hills do not "get out of control".
- McIlroy was tied for 11th place after the first two rounds of the tournament.
- McIlroy shot a 69 in the opening round.
Still unconfirmed:
- Rory McIlroy initially thought the U.S. Open Course setup plan was "stupid" before changing his mind.
- McIlroy shot a 40 on the back nine during his third round.
- McIlroy had five bogeys late in the tournament after three consecutive birdies.