Rory McIlroy’s roller-coaster Open continues into second round at Royal Portrush - The Northern Irishman had two birdies and two bogeys in his front nine.

Rory McIlroy shot 1-under 70 in the first round of the British Open at Royal Portrush that is also serving as a homecoming for the Northern Irish star.

The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush Golf Club has not disappointed, with the fourth and final major of the season already providing plenty of drama and talking points

Rory McIlroy remains in contention at The Open 2025 with the Masters champion beginning Friday’s second round with a steady performance at Royal Portrush. The Northern Irishman remains a distance behind early clubhouse leader Brian Harman,

Rory McIlroy is under par and hunting down the leaders as the Open Championship is officially under way at Royal Portrush.

Matt Fitzpatrick in five-way tie for the lead at The Open; Scottie Scheffler one back and Rory McIlroy three behind at Royal Portrush alongside Jon Rahm and Shane Lowry; Watch the second round live on Friday from 6.

PGA Tour star Rory McIlroy turns heads with bold outfit in return to Royal Portrush ahead of The Open Championship.

McIlroy ejected on the first hole and ultimately missed the cut when The Open was last played in his home country of Northern Ireland

"It's nice to be able to accept adulation, even though I struggle with it at times," Rory McIlroy said of his return to Royal Portrush for the British Open.

The Open Championship got underway at Royal Portrush Golf Club in Co. Antrim on Thursday and Rory McIlroy has been welcomed back in classic Paddy Power style. The Irish bookmaker, notorious for displaying gag signs at major sporting events,