“To have the support of a country behind you is a wonderful feeling. But at the same time, you don't want to let them down, so there's that bit of added pressure. It's amazing to be here playing The Open at Portrush. I'm just so happy to get off to a decent start.”

Rory McIlroy · said 2025-07-17 · reported 2025-07-17

Rory McIlroy described the feeling and pressure of playing the Open Championship in his home country.