Rory McIlroy expressed disappointment with the course conditions at North Berwick following a missed putt during the Scottish Open. Despite his frustration with the greens, the Northern Irish golfer secured a second-place finish, preparing for the upcoming Open in Portrush.
McIlroy fell short of victory by two shots to American Chris Gotterup, who clinched a spot at the Open along with Nicolai Hojgaard. Reflecting on his performance, McIlroy acknowledged the positives of his game in Scotland and looked ahead to competing in another major event.
While McIlroy was content with his overall performance, Gotterup, 25, was elated with his success and the opportunity to challenge McIlroy on the course. Expressing satisfaction with his gameplay, Gotterup highlighted his readiness for the competition and the thrill of competing against top players like McIlroy.
As the tournament concluded, both McIlroy and Gotterup shared their perspectives on the event, with McIlroy focusing on the improvements in his game and Gotterup reveling in the experience of playing against elite competitors.