Rory McIlroy Reenergises Ahead Scottish Open After Masters Grand Slam

Rory McIlroy, having recently achieved the career Grand Slam with his Masters victory, has expressed that he does not want that to be the last great moment of his career, aiming instead to win more majors at iconic venues like Royal Portrush, St Andrews, and Pebble Beach. Despite a challenging stretch following his Masters win, including lackluster finishes in several tournaments, McIlroy feels refreshed and reenergized after taking a short break and returning to familiar golf courses in the UK. He emphasized the importance of detaching from the relentless PGA Tour grind, spending quality time with family and friends, and having more fun outside of golf to maintain his enthusiasm and focus. Approaching the 2025 Scottish Open at the Renaissance Club, McIlroy is optimistic and ready to build momentum leading into the British Open at Royal Portrush, his home country course. He highlighted the value of reflection and a renewed perspective in setting new goals, with a clear desire to add his name to the list of greats who have triumphed at the sport’s most prestigious events. His recent form improvements and refreshed mindset position him well for the remainder of the season.