The first round of the final major championship of the golf season has wrapped up, and Scottie Scheffler is making headlines. With a solid 3-under 68 at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland, the world’s top-ranked golfer is just a shot off the lead. As of 2025-07-18 00:39:00, five players are tied for the lead at 4-under, showcasing a competitive atmosphere.
- Scottie Scheffler finished Round 1 at 3-under.
- Five golfers tied for the lead at 4-under.
- Rory McIlroy improved from 2019 performance.
- Bryson DeChambeau struggled with 7-over score.
- Second round starts at 1:35 a.m. ET.
- Yahoo Sports will cover Round 1 updates.
Among the leaders are Jacob Skov, Olesen, Haotong Li, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Christiaan Bezuidenhout, all vying for the championship title. Rory McIlroy, a fan favorite, has improved significantly from his performance in 2019, finishing the round at 1-under. Will he continue this upward trend?
This round has set the stage for an exciting second day. With several big names, including Bryson DeChambeau, struggling at 7-over, the question remains: can they turn things around? Key developments include:
- Scheffler tied with Matthew Jordan, Tyrrell Hatton, and Sadon Kaewkanjana at 3-under.
- Rory McIlroy shows improvement from his disastrous 2019 performance.
- Several top players face the risk of missing the cut.
As the second round kicks off at 1:35 a.m. ET on Friday, fans are eager to see if Scheffler can maintain his momentum and if McIlroy can capitalize on his improved form. Stay tuned for more updates!
