Golf-No Claret Jug, but redemption for McIlroy at Portrush


Golf - The 153rd Open Championship - Royal Portrush Golf Club, Portrush, Northern Ireland, Britain - July 20, 2025 Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy on the 17th green during the final round REUTERS/Paul Childs

PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland (Reuters) -It was not quite the glorious homecoming Rory McIlroy had dared to dream of on his return to Royal Portrush but it felt like redemption for Northern Ireland's favourite sporting son after the heartbreak of six years ago.

Five-times major champion McIlroy produced a few magical moments over four days for the thousands who descended on the Antrim coast hoping to roar him to British Open glory.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Golf

Golf-Woods won't rule out playing in this year's Masters
Promising WAAP finish for Jeneath ahead of pro leap
Leading duo ready for next test
The backswing that builds speed (Part II)
Two birdies lift Jeneath in safe flight going into final round
Khavish gracious in defeat after narrowly missing out on first title
Seri Selangor sign Allycia and Daichi to stable of talent
Honma unveils the latest evolution of Beres equipment line
Augusta’s painful snub leaves Player a ‘sad’ man
LIV reap ranking points

Others Also Read