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McIlroy's Hilarious Double Strike Leads to Eagle Recovery

7/19/2025

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In a surprising twist at the 2025 Open Championship, Rory McIlroy hilariously struck two balls with a single swing on the 11th hole. Embracing the moment, he chuckled and quickly rebounded, sinking an eagle on the 12th. McIlroy wrapped up the round at five under, trailing closely behind the leaders.

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In a surprising twist at the 2025 Open Championship, Rory McIlroy hilariously struck two balls with a single swing on the 11th hole. Embracing the moment, he chuckled and quickly rebounded, sinking an eagle on the 12th. McIlroy wrapped up the round at five under, trailing closely behind the leaders.