Spokesperson for William Hill, Lee Phelps, said: “Looking ahead to Royal Portrush, McIlroy’s Open odds have been clipped into 6/1 from 13/2 following his strong showing in Scotland. Matt Fitzpatrick and Justin Rose also saw support this weekend, both shortening from 50/1 to 40/1, while Scottie Scheffler has eased slightly to 5/1 from 9/2.”

The world No. 2 placed runner-up at the Genesis Scottish Open, gaining momentum entering next week's British Open in his native homeland.

Rory McIlroy's confidence was not dented despite coming up short at the Scottish Open on Sunday, and just a few hours later, he sent a signal of intent to his rivals at The Open Championship

Rory McIlroy shares the lead at the Genesis Scottish Open and says he's nearly back to his Masters-winning form.

Rory McIlroy was beaten to the Scottish Open title by Chris Gotterup, but the Northern Irishman showed his true colors with his reaction to coming up short

North Berwick, Scotland – Chris Gotterup came up with the clutch shots on the biggest stage he has faced Sunday, taking down crowd favorite Rory McIlroy with a 4-under 66 and a two-shot victory in the Scottish Open that gives him another week of links golf.

The biggest win of Chris Gotterup's career brought an emotional response. Gotterup shot a 4-under par 66 to outduel Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy and win the Genesis Scottish Open on Sunday at North Berwick,