Rory McIlroy Takes a Break from Golf After Disappointing Performance at US Open

After his disappointing collapse at the US Open, Rory McIlroy has decided to take a break from golf. The 35-year-old golfer had a two-shot lead going into the final holes but dropped shots on three of the last four holes, allowing Bryson DeChambeau to secure the victory.

In a post on social media, McIlroy congratulated DeChambeau but expressed his disappointment at missing crucial putts on the final day of the tournament. He described Sunday as one of the toughest days of his career and acknowledged that he would need time to process the events of the past week.

McIlroy did not speak to the media after leaving Pinehurst before the trophy presentation. Nick Faldo, six-time major winner, admitted that McIlroy’s missed putts on the 16th and 18th holes would haunt him. Despite this, McIlroy is focusing on the positives of the week and remains confident in his abilities to win another major championship. He described his career as resilient and emphasized his determination to bounce back from setbacks.

McIlroy plans to take a few weeks away from golf to reflect and prepare for his upcoming tournaments, including the Scottish Open and The Open at Royal Troon. The Scottish Open begins on July 11, followed by The Open a week later.