Rory McIlroy Gives Honest Assessment of Shinnecock Hills Before U.S. Open
Summary
Rory McIlroy practiced at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club ahead of the U.S. Open and said the course looks good with wide fairways but challenging rough grass. He also shared thoughts on the Memorial Tournament course at Muirfield Village, where he will play soon.Key Facts
- McIlroy practiced at Shinnecock Hills preparing for the 126th U.S. Open.
- He said the fairways at Shinnecock Hills are wider than in 2018.
- The rough grass just off the fairways is five inches long, making missed shots difficult.
- McIlroy called Shinnecock Hills one of the best championship golf tests if set up correctly.
- He won his first major championship at the U.S. Open in 2011 at Congressional Country Club.
- McIlroy has six major titles, including two recent Masters wins in a row.
- At Muirfield Village for the Memorial Tournament, he feels his driver shot is less useful because of the course length.
- McIlroy’s first round at the Memorial Tournament will be played with Justin Thomas.
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