How to watch every single shot from the biggest names in golf throughout Round 2 at the 2025 Open Championship

Northern Irish golfer Rory McIlroy addresses the crowd's presence after Round One of The 2025 Open Championship

The 153rd Open Championship is at Royal Portrush – and as expected – the headlines are all about Rory McIlroy. That is because the Northern Ireland hero is responsible for both the

Rory McIlroy has moved back to the UK after selling his dream home in Northern Ireland over a decade ago, with the recently-crowned Masters champion and his family now living in Surrey

Rory McIlroy had a singular pursuit. Visit his hometown of Holywood, in Northern Ireland, and you leave knowing the truth of that.

Rory McIlroy shot 1 under Thursday at Royal Portrush, a better start than the first time he played the British Open at the Northern Ireland course near home.

Here's what to know about McIlroy's roots, from his hometown and upbringing, to his young golf career before he emerged as one of the best players in the world. McIlroy was born in Holywood, County Down, Northern Ireland in 1989. His father was also from Holywood, while his mother was from Lurgan, County Armagh.

Rory McIlroy is back on home soil this week as he looks to win The Open Championship at Royal Portrush, and the Northern Irishman may take inspiration from his Open frustrations

How to watch every single shot from the biggest names in golf throughout Round 1 at the 2025 Open Championship