Rory McIlroy is doubtful for next week’s Open Championship after suffering an ankle injury while playing soccer with friends on July 4.
McIlroy shared the news on Instagram, saying: “Total rupture of left ATFL (ankle ligament) and associated joint capsule damage in a soccer kickabout with friends on Saturday. Continuing to assess extent of injury and treatment plan day by day. Rehab already started….. Working hard to get back as soon as I can.”
Though the world No. 1 didn’t rule out competing at St. Andrews, it seems very unlikely at this point. Were he unable to play, McIlroy would not get a chance to defend the title he won last year at Royal Liverpool.
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