Rory McIlroy's Resilience: Bouncing Back to End Major Drought

Rory McIlroy, after suffering heartbreak at the U.S. Open at Pinehurst, is motivated to end his decade-long major drought at The Open. Despite the recent loss, McIlroy is eager to return and win his fifth major title, emphasizing that close calls indicate progress. The golfer remains optimistic and determined.

Rory McIlroy spent a few days grappling with his U.S. Open defeat at Pinehurst, but the Northern Irishman expressed eagerness on Tuesday to resume his quest for a major title at The Open. He intends to end a decade-long hiatus from major victories.

Last month, McIlroy, 35, was poised to clinch his fifth major title but faltered in the final moments, accumulating three bogeys in the last four holes and narrowly losing to Bryson DeChambeau. 'It took about three or four days to get over the pain,' McIlroy admitted.

After overcoming initial disappointment, McIlroy now feels enthusiastic and motivated. 'When that disappointment turns to motivation, that's when it's time to go again,' he noted. Winner of The Open in 2014, McIlroy is unfazed by ongoing discussions about his next major victory and emphasizes progress through his near misses.

(With inputs from agencies.)