The 37-year-old was hoping to move in contention after a slow start on Thursday.

Rory McIlroy is performing in Zen mode but there are dark horses ready to spring a surprise

After the first round of the Open Championship, an unlikely leader emerges while other favorites struggle.

A closer look at the 37-year-old’s Friday action at Royal Birkdale.

The 37-year-old was hoping to move in contention after a slow start on Thursday.