Rory McIlroy leaves Bob MacIntyre heartbroken with incredible Scottish Open finish
dailyrecord.co.ukFlying Scot Bob MacIntyre stunned a world-class field at the Scottish Open but suffered heartbreak at the Renaissance Club as Rory McIlroy edged him in a breathtaking duel.The world No.3 ended hopes of MacIntyre becoming the first home winner of the title in 24 years, in an attempt to match Colin Montgomerie’s feat at Loch Lomond in 1999.
It was a stunning display from the Scottish golfer who pulled away from the rest of the pack with a series of birdies to send the galleries wild with delight.
It was the 14th hole that saw the man from Oban steer ahead of chasing McIlroy and Co with conditions somewhat testing at the Scottish Open.
MacIntyre saw off the likes of Scottie Scheffler and Tyrrell Hatton who faded on the final few holes before a two-point lead at -14 saw the 26-year-old look set for glory.MacIntyre spoke of being up for a 'scrap' on the Sunday showdown that saw 40mph winds forecasted as the home advantage swung in MacIntyre's favour after McIlroy knocked in a birdie to set up a grandstand finish.
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