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Rory McIlroy part of 3-way tie for the lead at Scottish Open as Scheffler misses the cut
By Doug Ferguson, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 10, 2026
· 4 min read
Rory McIlroy took advantage of the scoring holes in windy conditions Friday and posted a 4-under 66 for a three-way share of the lead in a Scottish Open that no longer has Scottie Scheffler.As comfortable as McIlroy looked, Scheffler struggled from the start and wound up with a 72 to miss the 36-...
Key takeaway He had made 78 cuts in a row, the longest streak since Tiger Woods set the record (142) more than 20 years ago.
Why this matters in The Pearland
For golf enthusiasts in Pearland , the Scottish Open's surprise turn of events may have piqued interest in the upcoming British Open, where some of these players will be competing next. Rory McIlroy's strong performance, in particular, could draw local attention, given his past success in the Scottish Open. As Pearland residents follow the British Open, they may be watching to see if McIlroy can carry his momentum into the tournament. The fact that Scottie Scheffler, who has a significant following in the Houston area, missed the cut may also generate local discussion about his title defense prospects at Royal Birkdale. With several top players competing in the British Open, Pearland golf fans may be eager to see how these storylines unfold and which players will emerge as contenders.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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