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What could Friday’s Ryder Cup action mean for the next two days in Rome?
Europe had a tremendous start.
‘Act like a child’ – Brooks Koepka takes aim at Jon Rahm as US struggle in Rome
Europe built a five-point lead after the opening day of the Ryder Cup.
Ryder Cup day one: Record-equalling start is fantastic news for Europe
The hosts claimed a record-equalling five-point lead.
Europe storm into record-equalling five-point lead on first day of Ryder Cup
The home side swept an opening session for the first time.
Europe dreams as Fleetwood Mac helps them to hot start
One fan shouted “you stink Scottie” as the American took his first shot on the opening hole in Rome.
Pain of missing Ryder Cup will hit home now with LIV rebels – Rory McIlroy
McIlroy is making his seventh Ryder Cup appearance in Rome.
Rory McIlroy much prefers Europe’s Ryder Cup build-up to ‘well rested’ USA team
Only three of the American side have played competitively since the end of August
Rory McIlroy holds his nerve with birdie amid farcical scenes at Wentworth
An 80-minute due to early morning fog caused problems later on at the BMW PGA Championship.
Rory McIlroy recovers from 16th-hole drama to move into contention at Irish Open
McIlroy will head into the final round two shots off the lead.
Shubhankar Sharma and Jordan Smith lead Irish Open as Rory McIlroy slips back
McIlroy is eight shots behind the 13-under-par tally recorded by the pacesetters.
Rory McIlroy: Late birdies glossed over a pretty average day at Irish Open
McIlroy won the title the last time it was staged at The K Club in 2016.
Rory McIlroy three behind lead despite muscle spasms leading into tournament
McIlroy said he is ‘over the moon’ to be placed where he is.
Rory McIlroy and Brian Harman in front after opening round of BMW Championship
The pair lead by one from a six-strong chasing pack which includes England’s Matt Fitzpatrick.
Rory McIlroy turns attention to Ryder Cup as wait for fifth major continues
The Northern Irishman was unable to reproduce his best form at Royal Liverpool as he finished seven shots behind American Brian Harman.
McIlroy’s Mission
Trailing by nine, the four-time major winner needs a serious climb with 36 holes to go. M. James Ward examines the battle that lies ahead…
Rory McIlroy feels he still has chance of winning 151st Open despite Friday’s 70
The world number two did not build significantly on his level-par opening round.
Brian Harman sets Open pace as Rory McIlroy and Max Homa start well
Harman racked up four successive birdies to charge into the second-round lead.
Rory McIlroy out to climb Open leaderboard after first-round fightback
McIlroy lay five shots off the lead after day one.
Rory McIlroy has a spring in his step after fighting finish to first round
The Northern Irishman was positive despite a frustrating start to his latest quest to reclaim the Claret Jug.
Open organisers opt for final-day theatre as Rory McIlroy eyes end to major wait
R&A chief executive Martin Slumbers is hoping for a dramatic climax to the tournament on Sunday.