Northern Irish golfer Rory McIlroy reacts to the ongoing decision around The Open Championship venue for the next edition, saying his preferred option is blocked again. According to reports, McIlroy wanted The Open to be held at Muirfield, a course that has faced restrictions following a ban connected to the club’s eligibility rules for women members. The ban prevents the Royal and Ancient (R&A) and Open’s organisers from staging The Open at the course, according to the reporting. McIlroy responds with frustration, describing the policy as “ridiculous” and calling on those responsible to change course and “see sense.” Other outlets in the coverage focus on the same core point: the club’s status remains an obstacle to scheduling The Open at Muirfield, despite McIlroy’s wish. The dispute centers on whether the club meets the conditions required to host the championship, rather than any change to the event’s format or location outside the venue-selection process.