Rory McIlroy, the Masters champion, says he is aiming for a fast start in the third round as he looks to contend for the Open. After Friday’s action, McIlroy ensures he progresses by making the cut, following a second-round score of 67. The reports focus on his next-day approach, suggesting that a strong start on Saturday will be crucial for him to move up the leaderboard and remain in contention. With the cut already secured, attention turns to how he performs in the third round and whether he can improve sufficiently against the field to challenge for top positions. The coverage is consistent across outlets: McIlroy’s second-round 67 is the key result that guarantees his weekend play, and his stated goal is to build momentum early in the next round to contend for the Open.