The Irishman missed two short putts in the closing stages of the US Open at Pinehurst on Sunday to see a first major title in 10 years agonisingly slip away
Rory McIlroy can use his latest major heartbreak to fuel a strong Open challenge in Scotland next month, according to a leading coach on the mental side of the game.
READ MORE: Rory McIlroy and Erica Stoll held four private meetings at their Florida mansion to save marriage Adler told the PA news agency: “Obviously he was feeling distraught. It’s going to take a little bit of time to get over because it stings, and when you’ve had an experience of fear – being frightened of missing because it’s such a short putt, you’re supposed to be making it – it’s not nice, especially when it gets the better of you.
“I heard Faldo saying he’s going to be wrecked forever from this but I’m not so sure. I certainly hope not.
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