McIlroy, DeChambeau Stumble Badly out of the Gates at British Open

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland waits to putt on the 18th green during his opening round of the British Open Golf Championships at Royal Troon golf club in Troon, Scotland,on July 18, 2024. Scott Heppell/AP Photo

TROON, Scotland—So much for the British Open being one last stand for Rory McIlroy in the majors this year. His best hope now is getting beyond one more day.

And he has company from U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau.