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McIlroy (68) trails Clements by 2 at Irish Open
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McIlroy (68) trails Clements by 2 at Irish Open

Rory McIlroy capped a rollercoaster season with a share of the lead at the RBC Canadian Open, but has now trailed by two shots after the first round of the Irish Open.

The Northern Irishman endured a mixed campaign, winning three times on the PGA Tour but enduring disappointments.

Despite finishing in the top 10 in just one of his last five starts, McIlroy remains optimistic about finishing the season strongly.

“It’s been a bit of a mixed bag this season,” McIlroy said. “I’ve had some great wins, but I’ve also had some frustrating moments. I’m hoping to finish the season strongly and give myself a chance to win the FedEx Cup.”

McIlroy regained form with a birdie at the 18th hole in Canada to share the lead with American Wyndham Clark. However, he trails amateur John Murphy by two strokes after shooting a 68 at the Irish Open.

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From Scottie Scheffler to everyone else: Breaking down the PGA Championship field
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From Scottie Scheffler to everyone else: Breaking down the PGA Championship field

Scottie Scheffler enters the PGA Championship as the overwhelming favorite. The World No. 1 has won four of his last six starts, including the Masters and the Arnold Palmer Invitational. However, a host of challengers are lurking, including Jon Rahm, Rory McIlroy, and Justin Thomas.

Rahm is the defending champion and has been in excellent form this season, winning three times. McIlroy is also a former winner of the PGA Championship and is coming off a runner-up finish at the Masters. Thomas is a two-time major champion and is always a threat when he’s in contention.

Other players to watch include Xander Schauffele, Patrick Cantlay, and Collin Morikawa. Schauffele is a two-time major champion and is coming off a win at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. Cantlay is a rising star who has won four times on the PGA Tour. Morikawa is a major champion who is known for his consistency.

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