Scheffler earned his first Claret Jug by running away from the field over the weekend before winning by four shots. McIlroy finished tied for seventh, seven shots behind Scheffler. After his round he paid Scheffler the highest of praise, saying:

Both have had outstanding 2025 campaigns, but over the last four days—despite The Open Championship serving as a homecoming for McIlroy in Northern Ireland—it was all Scheffler. The 29-year-old dominated his way to his first Open Championship title,

The top two golfers in the world are firmly in contention at The Open with Scheffler out in front entering another major championship weekend

Rory McIlroy was supported by the home fans at Royal Portrush, but he was unable to challenge Scottie Scheffler as the American clinched The Open title

Rory McIlory offered some unsolicited advice to Scottie Scheffler in 2024, his comments have resurfaced following Scheffler's win at The Open at Royal Portrush.

Scottie Scheffler leads the PGA Tour money list with over $19 million, securing his top spot for the rest of the regular season. Chris Gotterup climbed to 30th on the money list after earning $1.128 million at the British Open. Harris English jumped to 8th place after winning $1.759 million for his solo second finish.

There was a moment in the middle of the afternoon Saturday at Royal Portrush where it still felt like anything was possible at the 2025 Open Championship. All scenarios were still on the table. Hope ran rampant around the property as the third round trundled on and player after player made birdie after birdie.

Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler have been at the centre of a debate as to whether there is a growing gulf between the two players, with pundits divided on the matter

The golf world hasn’t seen a Player of the Year race this captivating in a very long time. Both Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy have delivered the kind of seasons that get etched into golf history forever. Yet only one can claim the ultimate individual honor when the dust settles on 2025.

Rory McIlroy earned more respect from fans despite falling short in The Open Championship in his home country of Northern Ireland.

Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy went head-to-head at Royal Portrush, but neither player is in the field for the 3M Open this week, with the tournament boasting a hefty prize