Rory McIlroy had a tough day at the U.S. Open, losing to Bryson DeChambeau by one stroke. In a social media post, McIlroy admitted it was one of the toughest days of his career. He congratulated DeChambeau and acknowledged his own mistakes, especially the missed putts on the 16th and 18th holes. Despite the disappointment, McIlroy is focusing on the positives and believes he is closer than ever to winning another major championship.
This is not the first time McIlroy has finished as the U.S. Open runner-up, as he also came in second last year. The 35-year-old golfer has not won a major since 2014 and is determined to end his drought. His upcoming chances to secure a major title include the Open Championship at Royal Troon, the 2025 Masters, and the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow.
Reflecting on his career, McIlroy described himself as resilient and expressed confidence in his ability to bounce back. He plans to take a few weeks off to regroup before returning to compete in the Genesis Scottish Open and The Open at Royal Troon. Despite the setback at the U.S. Open, McIlroy remains determined and optimistic about his future in professional golf.