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'Shinnecock won the battle!' - how 'wheels came off' for McIlroy at US Open

'Shinnecock won the battle!' - how 'wheels came off' for McIlroy at US Open

Rory McIlroy carded back-to-back 73s to finish on six over. slip out of contention at Shinnecock Hills; McIlroy was chasing his second US Open victory and second major win of the season; Masters champion now looks ahead to The Open at Royal Birkdale,live on Sky Sports

Sunday 21 June 2026 22:54, UK

**Author: Senior Sports Journalist**

Source: https://www.skysports.com/golf/news/12176/13556477/us-open-rory-mcilroy-admits-shinnecock-hills-won-the-battle-after-seeing-major-title-hopes-fade-during-frustrating-weekend

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