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Rory McIlroy toils at British Open as putting woes leave him 7 shots off the first-round lead
By Steve Douglas, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 16, 2026
· 3 min read
There were no “I’m so bad at golf” exclamations from Rory McIlroy this time.The puzzled looks, shakes of the head and sagging shoulders said it all.McIlroy was just 10 holes into his bid to win the British Open for the first time since 2014 and he was veering dangerously close to playing himself ...
Key takeaway McIlroy was just 10 holes into his bid to win the British Open for the first time since 2014 and he was veering dangerously close to playing himself out of title contention.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For golf enthusiasts in Piney Point Village , Rory McIlroy's struggles at the British Open are a reminder that even the world's best golfers can have off days. McIlroy's putting woes, which left him seven shots off the lead, are a stark contrast to his recent Masters win. As a community within the Houston area, Piney Point Village has its own share of golf courses and country clubs where locals can test their skills. McIlroy's experience serves as a cautionary tale for local golfers, highlighting the importance of mastering the greens. With several golfing events and tournaments held in the Houston area throughout the year, McIlroy's performance will likely be closely watched by local golf enthusiasts, who will be eager to see if he can regain his form and make a comeback in the tournament. His reduced schedule in 2026 also raises questions about his strategy and preparation for major events.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? There were no “I’m so bad at golf” exclamations from Rory McIlroy this time.The puzzled looks, shakes of the head and sagging shoulders said it all.McIlroy was just 10 holes into his bid to win the British Open for the first time since 2014 and he was veering dangerously close to playing himself ...
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