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Rory McIlroy: Shinnecock Hills 'won battle over me' at US Open, admits world number two

Rory McIlroy fell out of U.S. Open contention after a late collapse involving five bogeys, signaling a shift toward links golf.

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The brief

Rory McIlroy experienced a rough weekend at the U.S. Open that ultimately kept him from contending. Coverage describes a performance where he faded late, recording five bogeys after a previous three-hole run of birdies.

Reports from the PGA Tour, ESPN, and Yahoo Sports detail the inconsistencies in his play. ESPN highlights that McIlroy plans to shift his competitive focus toward links golf in the wake of these struggles. Coverage does not yet specify which upcoming tournaments will comprise this new focus on links golf.

Observers should monitor for scheduling updates to see if this strategic shift addresses his recent difficulties.

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Quick answers

How did Rory McIlroy perform at the U.S. Open?

Coverage reports that he faded late, recording five bogeys after a three-hole run of birdies, which resulted in a rough weekend.

What is McIlroy's plan following the U.S. Open?

According to ESPN, he intends to focus on links golf after his struggles at the tournament.

Which sports outlets covered this story?

Coverage was provided by the PGA Tour, ESPN, and Yahoo Sports.

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Rory McIlroy U.S. Open Golf PGA Tour ESPN Yahoo Sports

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