Robert MacIntyre sits just one shot off the lead at the Open Championship after carding an incredible 3-under 67 in Round 1. In this post-round press conference, “Bob” breaks down his highly disciplined game plan, his tactical layups off the tee to completely avoid the deadly pot bunkers, and why he refused to hit his opening shot until a buzzing drone was cleared from the sky.
He also dives deep into his mental approach, why links golf is the “ultimate test,” his thoughts on the respectful Open crowd (no “get in the hole” shouts!), and makes a shocking statement about retiring from golf if he ever wins a Major Championship.
👇 Let us know in the comments: Can Robert MacIntyre go all the way and lift the Claret Jug this week?
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Plotting around the course & avoiding pot bunkers
0:39 – The perfect start & birdie on the 2nd
1:16 – The 1st tee drone distraction: “I’m not hitting until that drone is away!”
1:47 – 15th hole par save & links golf philosophy
2:43 – 16th green strategy & par save
3:15 – Breaking down his tactical tee-shot layups (5-irons and 7-irons)
4:29 – Hot tubs, recovery, and loud shirts
5:15 – Fixing his “left miss” slide
6:08 – The mental grind of major championship golf
7:04 – Why Open Championship crowds are the best in the world
7:49 – Fond memories of Southport & Hillside
8:27 – Comparing last week’s finish to getting “pipped” by Rory McIlroy
9:32 – “I would happily walk away from the game of golf if I won an Open”
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Video courtesy of The Open Championship
All the best Bob 🏴