Rory McIlroy’s stay in the U.S. Open field nearly lasted just two days. But a birdie on the 18th hole salvaged his second round (2-over) to get him through two days at 6-under and in a tie for 45th at Oakmont Country Club, barely sneaking past the cutline nine years after he missed the cut the last time the major was held at the course.

Rory McIlroy has struggled throughout the US Open and confessed he wasn't bothered about making the cut and was looking forward to getting off the golf course on Sunday

OAKMONT, Pa. — It seems like a lifetime ago that Rory McIlroy knelt on all fours at the 18th green at Augusta National sobbing uncontrollably after reaching his ultimate goal of winning the Masters and completing the career Grand Slam.

Paul McGinley pulled no punches when it came to his criticism of Rory McIlroy and his behaviour at the US Open throughout the week.

FORMER Ryder Cup skipper Paul McGinley has voiced concern over Rory McIlroy’s demeanour at the US Open. The Dubliner suggested the four-time major winner looked “fed up” and “not himself” during a

Rory McIlroy has been criticised for his behaviour at the US Open this week, with Ryder Cup legend Paul McGinley admitting he is 'worried' about the Northern Irishman

Rory McIlroy did not take missing the cut at the RBC Canadian Open lightly, as he expressed his concerns about his game ahead the upcoming US Open.

Rory McIlroy cut a frustrated figure on moving day at the U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club as the Northern Irishman's major championship drought continued

Rory McIlroy cannot wait to “get out” of Oakmont after the Northern Irishman struggled through another 18 holes at the U.S. Open. It’s been a week to forget for the reigning Masters champion. He has often cut a frustrated figure throughout his time at Oakmont,