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Gotterup, McIlroy Share 11-Under Lead at Scottish Open

The Renaissance Club links course will test their form again before next week’s Open Championship

Scottie Scheffler of the United States smiles as he warms up on the driving range on day three of the Genesis Scottish Open 2025 at The Renaissance Club on July 12, 2025 in North Berwick, Scotland.
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Overview

  • Chris Gotterup shot a bogey-free 61 to equal the course record and seize an early two-shot lead at 11-under
  • Rory McIlroy carded a four-under 66 in the third round to match Gotterup and move back into contention
  • Matt Fitzpatrick and Marco Penge both shot 69s to sit two strokes back at nine under heading into the final round
  • The Renaissance Club’s demanding links setup offers a final major tune-up before The Open at Royal Portrush
  • Aaron Rai is tied for 26th at four under following rounds of 69 and 67