Rory McIlroy’s hopes to win his first major title since 2014 were dashed after he bogeyed three of the last four holes at the US Open, finishing behind Bryson DeChambeau. Despite initially taking the lead, McIlroy struggled in the final stretch and ultimately fell short.
Reflecting on his performance, McIlroy took to social media to express his disappointment. He praised DeChambeau as a worthy champion and acknowledged the positives of the week, despite the setbacks. McIlroy mentioned his resilience throughout his career and vowed to bounce back from this defeat.
Following his defeat, McIlroy announced that he would be taking a few weeks away from the sport to regroup before his upcoming tournaments. Despite facing his share of challenges in the past, McIlroy remains optimistic about his chances to win another major in the future.
Shane Lowry, fellow golfer, called on fans to show kindness to McIlroy, acknowledging the mental toll that professional golf can take and the pressure that players like McIlroy face. The loss marked the fourth time since 2014 that McIlroy had narrowly missed out on a major title.
