McIlroy hits 'ludicrous' chip shot for eagle on the ninth

Name: Open Championship 2026: Rory McIlroy chips in brilliantly for eagle on the ninth hole in the third round
Uploaded: 2026-07-18T13:54:14.680Z
Duration: 24 s
Description: Rory McIlroy sinks an "absolutely fabulous" chip shot on the ninth hole for an eagle, to move to two under par in the third round of the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club.

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Rory McIlroy sinks an "absolutely fabulous" chip shot on the ninth hole for an eagle, to move to two under par in the third round of the 2026 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale Golf Club.

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18 July