McIlroy and Gotterup Battle for Scottish Open Lead

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Rory McIlroy ties for the lead at the Scottish Open, setting the stage for a thrilling final round.

Rory McIlroy is locked in a thrilling duel at the 2025 Genesis Scottish Open, tied for the lead after a stellar 4-under-par 66 in the third round at the Renaissance Club in North Berwick, Scotland. With a total score of 11 under par (199), McIlroy is eyeing his second title in three years, sharing the spotlight with Chris Gotterup, who faltered slightly with a 70 but remains in contention.

Gotterup, who had led after the second round, faced a heart-wrenching moment when he missed a pivotal 21-foot putt on the final hole that could have secured him the solo lead. Meanwhile, McIlroy showcased his prowess by finishing the round bogey-free, scoring 4 under in his last four holes, a testament to his resilience and skill under pressure.

Wyndham Clark also made waves with a 66, joining Jake Knapp (68) and English stars Marco Penge (69) and Matt Fitzpatrick (69) at 9 under. Both Penge and Fitzpatrick slipped after bogeying the 18th, leaving McIlroy and Gotterup with a two-shot cushion. As the final round approaches, the stakes are high, with McIlroy looking to capitalize on the challenging conditions that he has mastered before. This tournament serves as a crucial warm-up for the upcoming Open Championship, and McIlroy`s quest for a fourth win this season adds to the excitement. For more details, check out the leaderboard and the golf roundup.

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