Rory McIlroy, the world number two golfer from Northern Ireland, is taking a break before the Open Championship, which is set to take place in July 2025 at Royal Portrush.

After finishing tied for sixth at the Travelers Championship, McIlroy expressed excitement about this break, emphasizing that it will be beneficial for his mental health.

Despite facing challenges, McIlroy concluded the Travelers Championship on a positive note, noting it was his best result since the Masters and that he saw encouraging signs in his game.

Reflecting on his recent performance, McIlroy admitted he didn't take enough time to process his victory at the Masters in April 2025, which completed his career Grand Slam.

He returned to competition just ten days after his Masters win, participating in subsequent tournaments but encountered frustrations at both the US PGA Championship and US Open.

Looking ahead, McIlroy is eager to spend time in the UK before preparing for links golf in the upcoming Scottish Open and the Open Championship.