Rory McIlroy is set to return to competition to defend his Genesis Scottish Open title next week. McIlroy last played the U.S. Open on No. 2 at Pinehurst, where he led the back nine but bogeyed three of his final four holes. to finish one behind of champion Bryson DeChambeau.
Although McIlroy has not won a major since 2014, he has enjoyed plenty of success on the PGA Tour, including last year’s Scottish Open.
McIlroy hit a 2 iron The 202-yard shot was commemorated with a plaque at the Renaissance Club, which will host the event again this year.
The Scottish Open is jointly sponsored by the PGA Tour and DP World Tour, resulting in a mixed field. Joining McIlroy are Xander Schauffele, Ludvig Åberg, Viktor Hovland, Collin Morikawa, Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth.
Will Zalatoris is also scheduled to compete. He withdrew during the third round of the Rocket Mortgage Classic in what was reported as a hip injury.
Here is the full initial field for the event in North Berwick.
