Open Championship is shaping up to be one of the greatest ever as Grand Slam hero Rory McIlroy returns to Royal Portrush. McIlroy secured his place in golfing history in April by finally

Bryson DeChambeau and Rory McIlroy have engaged in an intense rivalry over the past 12 months and the American is keen for it to continue, starting with The Open next week

The Republic of Ireland native harnessed the power of huge support from just across the border to lift the Claret Jug amid jubilant scenes on the 18th green back in 2019.All the pre-tournament focus was on home favourites Rory McIlroy and Graeme McDowell,

Royal Portrush Golf Club's rich history has been intertwined with the growth of the game in Ireland. From those early days when it was founded back in 1888 to its Royal Patronage some four years later through to the return of the Open in 2019 the links course has iconic status in the golfing world.

When did the Northern Irishman last play Royal Portrush?"Friday the whatever of July 2019," he said, dismissively referring to his second round the last time the event was on the Antrim coast. An event that started with an appalling tee shot and ended with McIlroy missing the cut.

Ahead of the Scottish Open, McIlroy discussed the importance of major championship venues and how they can apply additional internal pressure and motivation for the best players -- and took a swipe at the PGA of America's new flagship course in the process.

Rory McIlroy talked up winning a major championship at some of the most iconic venues in the world, but he is seemingly not keen on one future PGA Championship course