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Rory rifles drive to green, just misses eagle putt

July 17, 2026 07:50 AM

Rory McIlroy cannoned a drive right to the green at No. 9, but just narrowly missed the eagle putt and settled for birdie during his second round at the 2026 Open Championship.

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