Golf: The Open 2023: Will McIlroy end 9-year major drought? Round 1-full Tee time

All eyes are set on Rory McIlroy for he has an opportunity to end the 9-year major drought. Besides, John Rahm and Justin Rose are also at the center of attraction after they shot opening 74s and they may take advantage of the situation that may come in the second round of The Open at the Royal Liverpool on Friday.

McIlroy arrived at Hoylake full of confidence after his victory at the Scottish Open last week. By posting 66 birdies and setting the pace boldly, Tommy Fleetwood is among those who are at the top of the leaderboard. On the other Christo Lamprecht and Emiliano Grillo are also at five under. Viktor Hovland, Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka are at one under par.

Round 1 Tee time begins at 6.35 am BST.

FAQs:

Q1:Who are the main contenders of The Open 2023?
McIlroy arrived at Hoylake full of confidence after his victory at the Scottish Open last week. By posting 66 birdies and setting the pace boldly, Tommy Fleetwood is among those who are at the top of the leaderboard. On the other Christo Lamprecht and Emiliano Grillo are also at five under. Viktor Hovland, Scottie Scheffler and Brooks Koepka are at one under par.

Q2:Why is The Open 2023 significant for McIlroy?
Rory McIlroy for he has an opportunity to end the 9-year major drought. He arrived at Hoylake full of confidence after his victory at the Scottish Open last week.