Rory McIlroy and Robert MacIntyre's Tense Exchange at Alfred Dunhill Links Championship

The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, held in Scotland, has seen notable performances from golfers Tyrrell Hatton and Rory McIlroy. Hatton, who has recently returned to the DP World Tour after spending most of 2024 on the LIV Golf circuit, expressed frustration over the slow pace of the greens during his second round. Despite his complaints, he managed to card a four-under 68, bringing his total to 11-under for the tournament, positioning him four shots behind the leaders. Meanwhile, McIlroy, paired with Billy Horschel, struggled to find his rhythm and inadvertently disrupted his Ryder Cup teammate Robert MacIntyre during a crucial moment on the course. This incident seemed to irritate MacIntyre, who later dropped down the leaderboard after a double-bogey on the final hole. The tournament, which rotates between three courses before concluding at the Old Course in St Andrews, has attracted a mix of players from both the DP World Tour and LIV Golf, highlighting the ongoing convergence of the two circuits. As the competition progresses, the dynamics between players from different tours continue to unfold, showcasing both camaraderie and tension on the course.