Rory McIlroy came to Shinnecock ready to battle the brutal winds and fast greens for a US Open title and departed Sunday a clearly beaten golfer.

Scottie Scheffler, the world number one and a US Open win away from completing career Grand Slam, struggled with some facets of his game

McIlroy is in position to win the U.S. Open after the first round, despite some menacing wind.

McIlroy slipped seven off the pace after being in contention at the turn.