Rory McIlroy to take break after 'toughest' day in pro golf

"Yesterday was a tough day, probably the toughest I've had in my nearly 17 years as a professional golfer."

Rory McIlroy reacts after missing a putt on the 15th hole during the final round of the US Open. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Rory McIlroy will take a break from golf following his agonising collapse in the closing holes of the US Open at Pinehurst. 

The world number two had been listed in the initial field for this week's Traveler's Championship. However, he will skip that tournament and return to action at the Scottish Open from July 11 - 14 before playing The Open at Royal Troon.