San Diego, California – Rory McIlroy’s quest for the elusive fifth major continues as he tees off Round 2 of the U.S. Open in search of both the career Grand Slam and another major victory. A decade has passed since McIlroy set his sights on this milestone after winning the 2014 Open Championship and PGA Championship.
After firing an impressive 5-under 65 in the opening round to share the lead with Patrick Cantlay, McIlroy faces stiff competition from Ludvig Aberg, just one shot behind. Despite a slow start in the first nine holes, McIlroy managed to recover and stay in contention.
Meanwhile, Xander Schauffele, the recent PGA Championship winner, made a remarkable comeback with five birdies in a nine-hole stretch around the turn, putting himself back in the mix. Cantlay, who also shot a 5-under 65, will look to maintain his lead in the afternoon wave.
Throughout the tournament, top players like Tiger Woods are fighting to make the cut, with only the top 60 and ties advancing to the weekend. Sepp Straka added some excitement with the first hole-in-one of the week at Pinehurst.
As the action unfolds in the U.S. Open, fans can follow along with tee times, updates on players’ performances, and watch the leaderboard for the latest standings. The course presents a challenge with its conditions and layout, testing the skills and strategy of each golfer.
With Round 2 underway, the competition intensifies, and players face the unpredictability of the game. Stay tuned for more updates and insights as the tournament progresses, highlighting the highs and lows of the world’s best golfers as they navigate the demanding course at Pinehurst.