Overview

• Rory McIlroy fired a second-round 65 to reach 7-under and move into solo lead at The Renaissance Club.
• Chris Gotterup matched the course record with a 61, vaulting up the leaderboard and into serious contention.
• Four surprise first-round leaders—Jake Knapp, Sepp Straka, Nico Echavarria and Victor Perez—sit one stroke back at 6-under.
• World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and defending champion Robert MacIntyre remain within striking distance after solid play in brisk coastal winds.
• The top three non-exempt finishers will secure spots in next week’s Open Championship at Royal Portrush.