Expectation and Rory McIlroy go hand in hand. That’s always been the way.
As a result, the 33-year-old has developed broad shoulders to deal with the burden that comes with his immense talent – but the build-up to The 150th Open has felt different.
Not only has the Northern Irishman been in superb form this year, with top-10 finishes in all three majors, his previous Open at the home of golf provided reason for encouragement.
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