Rory McIlroy came within a whisker of his second Genesis Scottish Open title, but ultimately finished two strokes behind a surprising winner.

Rory McIlroy's bid to win a second Genesis Scottish Open came up just short as he finished two shots behind American winner Chris Gotterup

This matter is especially important for athletes who are at the very top of the ladder, and Rory McIlroy is certainly among them. The experienced golfer, although dominant for years, was often the target of criticism,

J.J. Spaun joined GOLF's Subpar to discuss his U.S. Open title, career resurgence and a friendly jab from Rory McIlroy at the Masters. The post ‘Too soon’: How Rory McIlroy trolled J.J. Spaun at the Masters appeared first on Golf.

The World No. 2 claimed the top spot on the leaderboard after the third round, with a score of 11-under par. Fans on the course loved seeing his renewed form, one that McIlroy attributes to the time he spent with his wife, Erica Soll.

There very well could be one more — golf's oldest trophy on McIlroy's home soil. The 153rd edition of the British Open returns to Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland on July 17-20. There might not be a better way for McIlroy to conclude a most unforgettable season.

Rory McIlroy, a golfing legend who has already reached the pinnacle of the sport, eyes another significant achievement: winning the British Open at Royal Portrush, Northern Ireland. Having completed a career Grand Slam,

Rory McIlroy showed the utmost respect for the sporting longevity he himself has achieved and gave examples of stars from other sports in comparison.