McIlroy shines at Italian Open on 2023 Ryder Cup course

Rory McIlroy’s first competitive round on next year’s Ryder Cup course was a success. The four-time major champion holed out an approach shot for an eagle en route to a 4-under 67 for a share of the clubhouse lead in the opening round of the Italian Open at the Marco Simone club outside Rome.
Rory McIlroy’s first competitive round on next year’s Ryder Cup course was a success. The four-time major champion holed out an approach shot for an eagle en route to a 4-under 67 for a share of the clubhouse lead in the opening round of the Italian Open at the Marco Simone club outside Rome. McIlroy was tied for the lead with Gavin Green, Adri Arnaus, Scott Jamieson, Eddie Pepperell and Antoine Rozner. U.S. Open champion Matt Fitzpatrick was at 5 under through 15 holes when play was suspended because of darkness. Defending champion Nicolai Højgaard finished one stroke behind the leaders.

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