"Rory McIlroy responded to a challenging fairway bunker shot at the Scottish Open by pitching out sideways, holing from 21 feet for a bogey, then scoring three consecutive birdies."
"McIlroy expressed satisfaction with his performance, stating, 'I felt like I found my rhythm and started hitting better shots on the way in.'"
"The world No 2 noted that he feels 80% of his game is where it needs to be as he prepares for the Open Championship at Portrush."
"McIlroy described the course and conditions as bunched, indicating that he is in a good position only four shots from the lead."
Rory McIlroy demonstrated a notable resurgence during the Scottish Open by successfully overcoming difficulties, specifically on the 15th hole where he faced a challenging bunker. He salvaged a bogey by holing a 21-foot putt and then proceeded to register three birdies consecutively, finishing the round with a score of 68 and only four shots off the lead. McIlroy expressed confidence in his game, stating he feels 80% prepared for the upcoming Open Championship while enjoying renewed enthusiasm after returning to familiar conditions.
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