'It's not life or death' - Rory McIlroy determined to bounce back, praises Cameron Smith for Open win
Rory McIlroy hit the crossbar in a major for the fourth time this year, but took his defeat to Cameron Smith in the style of a champion. The Irishman was hot favourite to end an eight-year major drought when leading by two during the final round. Ad/> He was playing well, striking the ball superbly from tee to green.


