Rory McIlroy's legion of fans came in hope more than expectation to the final day of the British Open at Royal Portrush.

Rory McIlroy hung around to savor the moment, soaking in the adulation that rained down on him on Royal Portrush’s 18th green.

The child stood transfixed, overwhelmed by the moment, until reality crashed back when McIlroy had already moved 50 yards ...

PORTRUSH – Scottie Scheffler began his bid for the third leg of the career Grand Slam on Sunday, taking a four-shot lead into the final round of the British Open at Royal Portrush.