Rory McIlroy addresses the media in a press conference during practice rounds on Tuesday at Chambers Bay. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
UNIVERSITY PLACE, Washington (Reuters) - Chambers Bay will not suit every player at this week's U.S. Open but Rory McIlroy has embraced the challenge posed by a links-style venue that suits his power game and high ball flight.
The Northern Irish world number one saw the par-70 layout for the first time on Saturday and was stunned by its 'British Open' feel with huge sand dunes, fescue grass, undulating greens and semi-blind shots from several fairways.
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