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Rory McIlroy makes the cut at British Open but needs a big weekend for a 2nd claret jug
By Steve Douglas, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 17, 2026
· 2 min read
Rory McIlroy has done enough to make it to the weekend at Royal Birkdale.He'll have to do much, much more to lift the claret jug.The world No. 2 bounced back with a 3-under 67 in the second round at the British Open on Friday, ensuring he'll make the cut with his score of 1-under par overall.The ...
Key takeaway 2 bounced back with a 3-under 67 in the second round at the British Open on Friday, ensuring he'll make the cut with his score of 1-under par overall.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For golf enthusiasts in Piney Point Village , Rory McIlroy's quest for a second claret jug is a compelling storyline, particularly given his past success in the British Open. McIlroy's victory in 2014 at Hoylake is a notable precedent, and his ability to drive the green on the par-4 ninth hole with a 377-yard tee shot is a testament to his skill off the tee. As the weekend unfolds, locals will be watching to see if McIlroy can overcome his struggles on the greens and capitalize on his driving prowess to make a push for the top of the leaderboard. With several top-ranked players, including Scottie Scheffler and Jon Rahm, in contention, the competition will be fierce, and McIlroy will need to be aggressive and accurate to have a chance at victory. His performance will undoubtedly be closely followed by golf fans in the Houston area, including those in Piney Point Village.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Rory McIlroy has done enough to make it to the weekend at Royal Birkdale.He'll have to do much, much more to lift the claret jug.The world No. 2 bounced back with a 3-under 67 in the second round at the British Open on Friday, ensuring he'll make the cut with his score of 1-under par overall.The ...
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