Chris Gotterup claimed a notable victory at the Scottish Open, defeating Rory McIlroy, who was aiming for a second title. Gotterup, ranked 158th, finished 15 under par, while McIlroy ended in a tie for second at level par. McIlroy expressed contentment with his performance, looking ahead to the Open Championship. Gotterup, showcasing composure under pressure, acknowledged his strong play and confidence in his abilities moving forward. Nicolai Hjgaard also qualified for the Open after finishing fourth in the tournament.
Chris Gotterup, who arrived at the Scottish Open as the 158th-ranked player in the world, saw off McIlroy for the biggest win of his career. McIlroy, meanwhile, said: "I feel like I've gotten out of this week everything that I wanted." Gotterup's final score was 15 under par, closing with a 66 in McIlroy's company.
I hung in there like a champ and finished it off in style, Gotterup said. He expressed confidence in his abilities: "I know if I feel like I did today, I can beat the best." McIlroy shared second with Marco Penge, showcasing a strong performance despite finishing behind Gotterup.
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