Rory McIlroy: Portmarnock in the mix as a potential Open venue

McIlroy revealed the Royal and Ancient is “seriously looking” at the North Dublin course

Rory McIlroy of Northern Ireland walks off the ninth green during day one of the Horizon Irish Open Golf Championship at The K Club in Straffan, Kildare. Photo by Eóin Noonan/Sportsfile

Portmarnock is being studied as a potential venue for The Open, according to Rory McIlroy.

Speaking to reporters after his round in Straffan, McIlroy revealed the Royal and Ancient is “seriously looking” at the possibility of the North Dublin course hosting the fourth Major of the year.