Rory McIlroy's bid for the US Open title suffered a significant setback after a dismal performance in the third round at Shinnecock Hills. The Northern Irish golfer struggled to find his rhythm, ultimately carding a three-over 73 that pushed him down the leaderboard.
McIlroy's third round was marked by inconsistency and frustration, as he failed to replicate the form that had kept him in contention earlier in the tournament. Despite his valiant efforts, the challenging layout of Shinnecock Hills proved too much to handle, and McIlroy's score of 73 left him reeling.
With his US Open aspirations now hanging by a thread, McIlroy will need to regroup and refocus if he hopes to mount a comeback in the final round. However, based on his third-round performance, it seems unlikely that he will be able to overcome the deficit and claim the top spot on the podium.