Despite a tough week at the U.S. Open, it was a positive end to Rory McIlroy's trip to Oakmont, after the recently-crowned Masters champion carded an impressive three-under-par 67 on Sunday

A year ago, McIlroy skipped the Travelers and got lost by himself in Manhattan for a few days following his devastating U.S. Open loss at Pinehurst. This time, McIlroy is trying to recover from the intensity of what’s come with his Masters victory in April, which completed the career Grand Slam.

Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, Nos. 1 and 2 in the Official World Golf Ranking, respectively, will be competing in the Travelers Championship. Scheffler is the defending champion, having defeated Tom Kim in a playoff following a climate protest during the final hole of regulation.

Rory McIlroy was all smiles in a media interview at the US Open on Sunday after moaning about the media the night before.

Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, lines up a putt on the 15th tee during the final round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament at TPC River Highlands, Sunday, June 25, 2023, in Cromwell, Conn. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

CROMWELL, Conn. (WTNH) — Three-time PGA TOUR Player of the Year Rory McIlroy has joined the list of competitors scheduled to compete in this year’s Travelers Championship, tournament officials ...

Rory McIlroy said he's at times struggled to find motivation since his Masters win. Scottie Scheffler explained the phenomenon.