Rory McIlroy, the professional golfer, has shared his perspective on his collapse during the final three holes of the U.S. Open. Despite the disappointment, McIlroy expressed that he quickly moved past the incident and has been reflecting on it constructively to learn from the experience.
During the Genesis Scottish Open news conference, McIlroy mentioned that he initially felt uncomfortable after a putt on the 16th hole didn't go as planned. This led to missed putts on the 16th and 18th holes during the final round at Pinehurst Country Club, ultimately resulting in a second-place finish behind Bryson DeChambeau.
McIlroy acknowledged DeChambeau as a worthy champion and emphasized his resilience in the face of defeat. He expressed confidence in his ability to bounce back and highlighted his determination to win his next major championship.
Following his withdrawal from the Travelers Championship, McIlroy is set to compete in the Genesis Scottish Open and The Open at the Royal Troon. Despite the setback at the U.S. Open, McIlroy remains focused on his upcoming competitions and views his past achievements as a source of motivation.
Reflecting on his career, McIlroy noted that while the U.S. Open loss was challenging, he has faced tougher defeats in the past. He sees the experience as a valuable lesson that will contribute to his growth as a player.
McIlroy's ability to turn setbacks into opportunities for improvement has been a recurring theme in his career. He is determined to leverage the lessons learned from the U.S. Open collapse to achieve greater success in the future.
