Sometimes, even the best in the game have days—or in this case, entire tournaments—where everything just feels off.
For Rory McIlroy, this year’s US Open at Oakmont has turned into one of those long, frustrating slogs.
And if he’s being honest, he’s counting down the hours until he can pack up and head home.
“I Just Want to Get Out of Here”
When asked what he was hoping for in his final round, McIlroy didn’t sugarcoat it.
His answer was as raw and unfiltered as his week has been.
“Hopefully a round in under four and a half hours and get out of here,” he said flatly.
That about sums up the mood. After a grueling couple of days just to make the cut, he followed it up with a 74 on Saturday, pushing his total to 10-over for the tournament.
The course is tough, sure, but it’s clear Rory’s mind and game aren’t clicking.
A Star Struggling for Spark
It’s been an oddly downward turn for the Northern Irishman since his emotional win at the Masters.
Instead of riding the wave, McIlroy has found himself stuck in a slump.
From a missed cut in Canada to back-to-back disappointing showings in majors, something just isn’t landing.
He’s even admitted that motivation has been a bit hard to come by lately.
Reflecting on scraping through the cut line on Friday, McIlroy revealed a telling mindset:
“It’s funny, it’s much easier being on the cut line when you don’t really care if you’re here for the weekend or not.
I was sort of thinking, ‘Do I really want two more days here or not?’ That kind of takes the pressure off.”
Still a Winning Year Despite the Dip
Here’s the thing—on paper, Rory’s 2025 has been brilliant.
He’s got the Masters under his belt and added two more titles earlier in the year.
Even if the rest of the season goes completely sideways, it’s already been a career-defining one.
But this current stretch? No one really saw it coming.
And it’s more confusing than concerning right now.
Fans and pundits alike are wondering: is this a short-lived funk or a sign of something deeper?
No Outbursts This Time, Just a Quiet Slog
Unlike his second round, where frustration got the better of him and led to some dramatic club-smashing moments, Saturday’s round was more subdued.
He trudged along quietly, carding two birdies but canceling them out—and then some—with six bogeys.
A missed four-footer on the 14th summed up the kind of day it was.
No drama, just a tough walk on a tougher course.
What Comes Next for Rory?
Whatever is clouding McIlroy’s game—whether it’s post-Masters fatigue, media tension, or just a rough patch—he’s got time to turn it around.
But for now, he seems more focused on finding the exit door at Oakmont than chasing a leaderboard.
Sometimes, even champions need a break. And Rory’s already reaching for his.