Rory McIlroy Regains Driver Form Finishes 19th US Open

Rory McIlroy has regained confidence in his driving after a difficult stretch that included his driver being ruled 'non-conforming' prior to the PGA Championship and missing the cut at the Canadian Open. Despite a tough week at the US Open at Oakmont, McIlroy finished tied for 19th and posted the joint best round of the day with a three-under-par 67 on Sunday, attributing his improved performance to a better feel in his swing rather than changes to the driver itself. Looking ahead, he plans to compete at the Travelers Championship before returning to the UK for the Scottish Open and The Open at Portrush, also mentioning personal milestones like moving into a new London home. Meanwhile, JJ Spaun, who lost to McIlroy in a Players Championship play-off earlier in the year, won the 2025 US Open with a dramatic 64-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole after a weather delay. Spaun credited his mental preparation and previous experiences with McIlroy for helping him maintain focus and secure the $4.3 million prize. Both players demonstrate resilience and determination as they prepare for upcoming events in the golfing calendar.